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You Might Want To Take Your Trans Child Out of Public School

Trump’s regime, school shootings, bullying, systemic bigotry — the reasons to homeschool and/or use an online school just keep piling up.

Cassie Brighter
My Trans Child
Published in
16 min readNov 21, 2024

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Are you worried that your child’s school might be failing to provide the safe, supportive, and enriching environment they need to thrive? Many parents are grappling with the decision to leave the public school system, especially as challenges continue to escalate.

For parents of transgender or nonbinary children, the stakes are even higher. Here are some reasons why families are opting for alternatives like homeschooling or online schooling.

Anti-Trans Policies in Schools

The new Trump administration has made its anti-trans stance clear. Plans to dismantle federal protections for transgender students are already in motion, signaling a harsh climate ahead, particularly in red states.

Many schools may adopt policies that marginalize gender-diverse students, leaving parents concerned for their children’s safety and well-being.

Toxic School Environments

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My Trans Child
My Trans Child

Published in My Trans Child

Parents of transgender children share their stories

Cassie Brighter
Cassie Brighter

Written by Cassie Brighter

Activist. Public speaker. Writer. Community Organizer. Mom. Creator & Host, Empowered Trans Woman Summit. Managing Editor, EmpoweredTransWoman.com

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