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Meeting Date:
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5/14/2024 - 6:00 PM
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Category:
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8.0 SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS
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Type:
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Action
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Subject:
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2024 Pride Month Proclamation
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Strategic Plan Alignment:
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Enclosure
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File Attachment:
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Summary:
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The Board of Education is asked to proclaim June 2024 as Pride Month.
WHEREAS, it is the right of every child, regardless of gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, to access a free public K-12 education and Pueblo School District No. 60 welcomes and supports all students; and
WHEREAS, the District recognizes that there are employees and educators of the highest caliber who are LGBTQ+ and that all employees are valued members of the school community regardless of their gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation; and
WHEREAS, Colorado law prohibits discrimination, including discrimination based on transgender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation; and
WHEREAS, the District is committed to maintaining safe, healthy and welcoming learning environments for all members of our community including the LGBTQ+ community or those who may be perceived as such; and
WHEREAS, LGBTQ+ youth who find their school to be affirming reported lower rates of suicidal thoughts; and
WHEREAS, the month of June is an opportunity to celebrate the identities and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community; and
WHEREAS, the first Gay Pride March was held in June 1969 to commemorate the Stonewall Riots; and
WHEREAS, the celebration of Pride Month is rooted in that history of resistance and struggle for equal rights as guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the District is committed to supporting dignity, equity, and visibility for all people in our community; and
WHEREAS, by recognizing Pride Month we affirm that supportive school environments substantially improve the mental health and school engagement of LGBTQ+ students; and
WHEREAS, by recognizing Pride Month, we support policies, practices, and curriculum that honor and respect LGBTQ+ students, staff, and families; and
WHEREAS, by recognizing Pride Month we reaffirm our commitment to a supportive environment that promotes trust, growth, and achievement for all students.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Pueblo School District No. 60 Board of Education proclaims the month of June 2024 as Pride Month and encourages the Superintendent and all District staff to support lessons and activities that engage students in meaningful learning about the accomplishments of the LGBTQ+ community and the experiences of our LGBTQ+ students, staff and families.
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Funding:
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Recommendation:
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The Board of Education proclaims June 2024 as Pride Month as presented in the May 14, 2024 Board materials.
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Approvals:
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Recommended By:
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Signed By:
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Charlotte Macaluso - Superintendent
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