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Multiple speakers urge board to protect LGBTQ and marginalized students, cite hostile environment concerns
Summary
At public comment speakers — including advocacy groups, a student‑led organization and teachers — urged the board to ensure inclusive policies and protections for transgender and LGBTQ students and raised concerns about removed 'safe space' signage, alleged ICE presence and the district's response to harassment.
Several speakers at the March 20 meeting addressed LGBTQ and transgender student safety, urging the board to act to ensure inclusive and affirming school environments.
Frank Guzman of Pomona Valley Pride said “trans inclusivity in education is essential” and asked the board to consider students who will observe Trans Visibility Day on March 31. Sam Gutierrez, a youth organizer with the youth‑led…
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