It is important to reflect on these current bills in the context of the larger Beyond the Binary: picture of transgender rights in the United States. [...] Make Headlines [Note to Teacher: We believe that it is important to educate students on issues Let's Get it Right: Using related to gender identity and systemic discrimination, especially given the Correct Pronouns and absence of this topic in the curriculum and the disproportionate rates of anti- Names transgender bullying and harassment in schools. [...] for All Encourage a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment by Sports and Social Justice carefully reviewing this lesson and assessing students’ maturity and The Most Basic of Rights: readiness to engage in the topic prior to teaching it. [...] After reading, engage students in a discussion by asking some or all the following questions: What are some of the big ideas discussed in the article? © 2021 Anti-Defamation League, www.adl.org/education Page 3 of 11 adl.org/lesson-plans What is the perspective of the writer? How do you know? Why are transgender students underrepresented in high school athletics?. [...] The article ends with, "As policymakers and elected officials debate the future of sports for girls and women, the rights of transgender athletes hang in the balance." Have students write down one main question they would like to ask an elected official who may be weighing in on transgender rights issues.
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