Dept of Ed invites Superintendents to Free to Learn: Creating Inclusive and Nondiscriminatory School Environments for LGBTQI+ Students

June 13, 2023

The U.S. Department of Education cordially invites you to Free to Learn: Creating Inclusive and Nondiscriminatory School Environments for LGBTQI+ Students on Wednesday, June 21 from 1 – 4:15 p.m. EDT. Please register promptly at this link to attend online.

This event is packed with important federal resources; actionable, ready-to-use strategies from the field; and inspiring insights from students to support inclusive and nondiscriminatory educational environments for LGBTQI+ students in your school or district as you plan for the new school year, featuring: 

  • Leaders from the Departments of Education, Justice, and Health and Human Services  
  • Experienced teachers, staff, and school leaders with concrete and practical tips; and 
  • LGBTQI+ students who will share firsthand what kinds of support enable them to thrive at school
This convening is tailor-made for educators, including teachers, staff and leaders of secondary schools and school districts, parents, students, and others interested in expanding your toolkit to support safe, welcoming and supportive school environments for LGBTQI+ students and all students.