Massachusetts state education officials release directive to force transgenderism into all schools

• New definitions -- and a child's "assigned sex at birth"

This entire concept -- that children can change their sex -- would in the past be considered something out of science fiction. In trying to present ideas that are irrational, the document includes several "queer theory" definitions: "gender expression", "gender nonconforming", and "transgender." This dovetails with the confusing use of the term "gender" instead of "sex" in recent years.

The document includes the definition of "gender identity" now written into the law, which references a person's "assigned sex at birth" versus one's "gender-related identity." All of this is so absurd and contrary to physiological and medical (not to mention moral) reality that any rational discussion seems pointless.

• Schools must include "gender identity" in policies, handbooks, written materials

This is a way to constantly reinforce the contrived concept that transgenderism occurs naturally among children. As absurd as that is, the addition of this two-word phrase "gender identity" into a school's non-discrimination policies is all that is actually required by the amended law. (The document even admits this on page 2.)

• Uses phony GLSEN "School Climate Survey" as justification

As "proof" that enormous harassment exists -- and thus these extra steps must be taken -- the DESE refers to the "National School Climate Survey" by the Gay Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN).

GLSEN is a radical homosexual-transgender national group targeting schoolchildren. Among many other things, it is infamous for the infamous "Fistgate" conference. Its "climate survey" is actually heavily biased and unscientific, pushed by "gay straight alliance" clubs in schools across the country and compiled by the national group. See the article, "The Truth about GLSEN's Climate Report."

• Determining one's "gender identity" -- students diagnose themselves

The guidelines reference "queer theory" and medical quackery in explaining what transgenderism in children is and how it should be understood.

Basically, it is left up to the student to diagnose himself; there is no medical diagnosis:

• Parents can be excluded from process if student desires

The document states that "the responsibility for determining a student's gender identity rests with the student or, in the case of young students not yet able to advocate for themselves, with the parent." But shockingly, although the official "confirmation" of a student's gender change might be from a parent, such official confirmation (for the school's legal purposes) is also acceptable from almost anyone, including another family member (perhaps an 18-year-old sibling or cousin), a family friend, a sports coach, or even a school staff member:

Most public schools in Massachusetts seem to have at least one pro-LGBT activist staff member who would be quite willing to confirm that a student is transgender, if requested.

Note that the guidelines allow the student to decide whether parents are part of the discussion at all. If it is felt that the parents might disagree:

In other words, the parents may be completely excluded from the school's decision to officially designate their minor child as being the opposite sex -- and even changing the school records. (See below.) Note that the DESE states that some homes may be the unsafe places. (In reality, any parents who would agree to such a decision are in fact greatly hurting the child.)

Very confused. Young man at 2009 state-supported LGBT youth "prom" held each year in Boston City Hall. Part of annual "Youth Pride" day which attracts teenagers from across the state and promotes LGBT identities and behaviors to them. [MassResistance photo]

• How a child goes about "gender transition"

The guidelines present a radical transgender prescription, blandly referencing (possibly even recommending) dangerous hormone injections and body mutilations that can disfigure a person for the rest of his life, cause infertility, and do other long-term harm (not yet adequately studied).

Furthermore, people with these body changes have been shown to have a much higher than average incidence of other health problems and psychological dysfunction (including suicide). However, the DESE makes no mention of any health hazards.

• The school's role in changing the student's name -- and using a different pronoun

This is like something out of science fiction. The guidelines say that if a male student decides to use a girl's first name, or vice versa, then the school is required to use the student's "chosen" name and pronoun ("he" or "she") -- no matter how young the student -- and also update all of the school's records with the new name and pronoun.

Parents can be kept out of the loop if the student is not a "young student":

In other words, the parent can be left out of the decision of what "will benefit the student." Note also that "young" is not defined, leaving much leeway for the school.

Celebrating transgender children. Barbara Walters poses with a 10-year-old boy who "identifies" and dresses as a girl, in 2007 ABC 20/20 Special. Heavy propaganda attempting to legitimize outrageous concept of transgender children. (Article and show titled "Born with the wrong body" and "My secret self.")

• Using opposite-sex restrooms, locker rooms, and changing facilities

The guidelines and regulations clearly instruct schools not to segregate any facilities by "birth sex." To do anything different would constitute "denying access" to these students, the guidelines say.

In addition, if the "transgender" student requests, the school is required to provide a single "unisex" restroom or changing room for the student's use.

• Participating in opposite-sex athletic teams and activities

The guidelines (and regulations) instruct that schools must allow boys who claim to be girls play on girls' sports teams, and vice versa. As outlined above, the student's self-labeled "gender identity" is the determining factor, not the "assigned sex at birth." (This latter phrase is absurd, since scientifically speaking a person's biological sex never changes.)

It even gives an example that that a boy who claims to be a girl must be allowed to be part of a girls' cheerleading squad, use their locker room, and participate in the girls' regional cheerleading competitions (and travel with them) if he desires.

• Removing the concept of "gender" / biological sex from all school life

The guidelines again draw on radical "queer theory" (and feminist) concepts. Schools are instructed to remove all possible differentiation between the sexes throughout all student life -- distinctions which have been in place since the beginning of time -- because now such distinctions can be harmful.

• Transgender diversity training for children and school staff

In the interest of "safety," schools are instructed to hold transgender diversity training sessions for all students and school staff. As we've warned people, the recent anti-bullying requirements are now being used for this purpose.

The guidelines list a variety of "queer theory" topics to be included for school staff training, including the use of "gender neutral language and practices."

• No tolerance for other students' discomfort with transgenderism

The directive is clear that there is to be no tolerance for students who become uncomfortable or upset at these situations being pushed on them. The school's approach is to be unyielding to any such discomfort, and to re-educate those students to have more "acceptable" reactions and values.

This is also where the "anti-bullying" law will play out. As the Massachusetts anti-bullying law was written (much of it in collaboration with homosexual-transgender groups), any outwardly negative reaction against transgenderism can now be considered bullying, and subject to discipline and punishment.

In fact, it is completely natural for a child to feel very uncomfortable using a female name for an individual they know to be male, or seeing a boy in girl's clothing, or to believe it's unfair that a boy is competing athletically as a girl, etc. These reactions are now considered by the school to be backwards and disruptive. In other words, the phrase "respects and values all students" only goes in one direction (protecting only a tiny, sadly disturbed minority).

• Informing families and the school community of the necessity for these steps

Finally, the guidelines encourage schools to communicate with families and others that all of this radical change is "a legal obligation" that is in the best interests of everyone.