Monthly LGBTQ History Stories for GSA Advisors and Other Educators In 2011, the FAIR Educational Act was signed into law in California. The law (Ed Code. 60040) states that school districts shall … Read More

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Classroom Rainbow Flags
The Safe Schools Project is proud to announce Inclusive Progress Rainbow Flags for classrooms in its effort to make sure LGBTQIA2S+ students and staff feel safe at school. The Inclusive Progress Rainbow Flag is 12” x 18” and includes grommets. Inspired by Conor O’Brien, he/him, Santa Cruz … [Read More...]

K-12 California LGBTQ+ Education Protection Information for Parents, Students, and Educators
February 19, 2025 The Safe Schools Project of Santa Cruz County wants to remind parents, students, and educators that Executive Orders (EO) issued by the Trump Administration do not change California’s legal protections for, and Santa Cruz County’s support for transgender, gender non-conforming, … [Read More...]

LGBTQ+ Students in California are Always Safe and Supported in Our Schools (Jan. 2025)
Despite what you may read or hear from the U.S. Government or President, the US Constitution determined that education is a "States Rights" issue. This means that the California Constitution and Education Code governs public schools and how teachers teach in California. Throughout the Education Code … [Read More...]