Higher grades and belonging: Trans students thrive when their teachers support them

Higher grades and belonging: Trans students thrive when their teachers support them

Supportive teachers can make a world of difference for transgender students, influencing their sense of safety and academic engagement — often in the face of discrimination and bullying — according to new research from two national LGBTQ+ advocacy groups. Students whose identities are affirmed at school report a greater sense of belonging and higher grades, and are more likely to participate fully in class, according to a report released Tuesday…