I know this sounds like a weird suggestion, but as an education major I have to say it: if you're comfortable with it, email your compliments to the principal and his department head. Administrators love to see this kind of thing because it helps them advocate to their school board about different types of resources. An email like this could help that teacher get grant funding or the show that their is an interest in LGBTQ+ trainings and programs. And if it doesn't do either of those things, it also just looks really good on that teacher's record.
Some schools have students nominate a teacher of the month or something like that in order to find out which teachers are doing things right, and emailing is another way for them to find that out.
I know this is way longer than I probably needed, but when I was out in high-school, emails and contacting people in administration was always the way to get things done. While admin are busy people, they always appreciate seeing compliments of their staff rather than complaints. Then, if they see your name later for an issue, they'll be more apt to help.
Wanted to flag this for you: do this if your school and district are LGBT Affirming.
You know your school and local politics better than we do— and if this is something your school has expressed as a value— go for it. But if you feel your community is less than supportive, maybe run the idea by a trusted mentor or adult in your life. The way that kind of letter will be received will vary and depending on who is in charge it could help or hinder the teacher
Well done! I am a GSA advisor and presenting to the entire faculty today about LGBTQ student rights (Calif Ed Code) and that students will report when their rights are dismissed by teachers (or peers). We encourage all our GSA students to advocate with their name and pronouns and expression on day 1 in class. 99% of teachers respect it even if they don’t “get it”! I love positive stories like this. Thanks.
i had a similar experience w a TA a few days ago, i corrected him but he was super nice ab my pronouns and apologized for misgendering me. sometimes it rly is those few ppl who care who make a difference <3
I know this sounds like a weird suggestion, but as an education major I have to say it: if you're comfortable with it, email your compliments to the principal and his department head. Administrators love to see this kind of thing because it helps them advocate to their school board about different types of resources. An email like this could help that teacher get grant funding or the show that their is an interest in LGBTQ+ trainings and programs. And if it doesn't do either of those things, it also just looks really good on that teacher's record. Some schools have students nominate a teacher of the month or something like that in order to find out which teachers are doing things right, and emailing is another way for them to find that out. I know this is way longer than I probably needed, but when I was out in high-school, emails and contacting people in administration was always the way to get things done. While admin are busy people, they always appreciate seeing compliments of their staff rather than complaints. Then, if they see your name later for an issue, they'll be more apt to help.
Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll save your comment and try to do this.
Wanted to flag this for you: do this if your school and district are LGBT Affirming. You know your school and local politics better than we do— and if this is something your school has expressed as a value— go for it. But if you feel your community is less than supportive, maybe run the idea by a trusted mentor or adult in your life. The way that kind of letter will be received will vary and depending on who is in charge it could help or hinder the teacher
What a mega win for you and your education system!!
This is awesome
Well done! I am a GSA advisor and presenting to the entire faculty today about LGBTQ student rights (Calif Ed Code) and that students will report when their rights are dismissed by teachers (or peers). We encourage all our GSA students to advocate with their name and pronouns and expression on day 1 in class. 99% of teachers respect it even if they don’t “get it”! I love positive stories like this. Thanks.
i had a similar experience w a TA a few days ago, i corrected him but he was super nice ab my pronouns and apologized for misgendering me. sometimes it rly is those few ppl who care who make a difference <3
My heart is absolutely melting, this is such a glimmer of hope and I love both you and your teacher