Feb. '23 Shout Outs!
A monthly update on GSAs & the PSUSD LGBTQ Alliance
Dear school leaders, GSA advisors, teachers, families, and students
This is the PSUSD LGBTQ Alliance's monthly newsletter. Our vision is to empower and affirm the LGBTQ+ students, staff, and families of PSUSD by developing policy, implementing trainings, and increasing student, parent, and community engagement.
In this issue of Shout Outs you will find resources for celebrating Black History Month, testimonials from schools who have recieved LGBTQ+ Safe Spaces trainings with Dr. Pompei, and updates from GSAs around the district.
You can also find great resources, including the Alliance's Year at a Glance calendar, helpful glossaries of terms, a staff resource library, and more!
🌈PSUSD LGBTQ Alliance
Safe and Welcoming Spaces Training with Dr. Pompei
All PSUSD administators have attended this training, and the rollout to school sites has begun!
Principal Eric Antuna at Agua Caliente Elementary School shared:
"The information shared was relevant and enlightening and spurred conversation among staff members about how best to support our students. We even talked about past students and their successes. We also had cross-collaboration regarding how to share how students want to be addressed (different names/pronouns). Dr. Pompei’s presentation was engaging and we ran out of time!"
Cielo Vista Charter Counselor Paulina Hernandez shared:
"We had the training at CVC before break and it was great. It was informative and important. We received ideas on how we can practice using inclusive language. We also heard impactful stories. We all left with a clear picture of the importance of safe zones for our students."
The training will be coming soon to your school site!
Celebrate Black History!
Also, don't miss AAPAC, Taste of Soul, and the BRAAF Living Museum!
Out and About Across the District!
Cabot Yerxa Elementary School Rainbow Club
We want to celebrate YOU!!
If you would like your school featured in the next newsletter,
send updates and pictures to Annie Axsom at aaxsom@psusd.us!
2022-2023 Year at a Glance
If you would like your school's event or GSA meeting dates added to the calendar, email the PSUSD LGBTQ Alliance at lgbtq@psusd.us.
Brave Spaces Parents
LGBTQ PAC
All are welcome to attend the LGBTQ+ Parent Advisory Committee meetings to offer input and learn about supports and services offered in PSUSD.
Please share these flyers with the families at your school!