The Anacortes School District welcomes and uplifts students of all identities. We affirm that every student is entitled to an educational environment that is safe and free of discrimination regardless of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, as established by state and federal law. We are committed to inclusive practices and policies that support transgender and gender-expansive students with respect to key terms, communication, the use of names and pronouns, student records, confidential health and education information, restroom and locker room accessibility, sports and physical education, dress codes and other school activities.
General Resources
- US Department of Education: Title IX
- US Department of Education: Resources for LGBTQI+ Students
- Washington State RCW 28A.642.080
District Resources
- Gender Inclusive Schools Policy #3211
- Gender Inclusive Schools Procedure #3211P
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy #0001
- Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying Policy #3207
- Nondiscrimination Policy #3210
- Civility Policy 4205
AHS Gender & Sexualities Alliance (GSA)
Club advisors: Casey Anderson and Molly Huggins
AMS Gender/Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
Club advisors: Tasha Kirby and Molly Robbins
Skagit & Whatcom County Resources
- Support Group for Parents of Transgender & Gender-Variant Youth
- PFLAG Skagit
- PFLAG Skagit Support Group for Families of Transgender Youth
- PFLAG Skagit DReim Big Scholarship
- Pride Foundation Scholarships
- Washington Gender Alliance
- Northwest Youth Services Queer Youth Project
Military Family Resources
Additional Resources
- Gender Spectrum Provides resources to increase understanding and support for the LGBTQ+ community.
- GLSEN Works to ensure that LGBTQ+ students are able to learn and grow in a school environment free from bullying and harassment.
- Human Rights Campaign Advocates for all LGBTQ+ individuals to be treated as full and equal citizens under the law.
- PFLAG Provides confidential peer support, education and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals, their parents, family members and allies.
- Trans Student Educational Resources A youth-led organization dedicated to transforming the educational environment for trans and gender-nonconforming students through advocacy and empowerment.
- The Trevor Project Operates a nationwide crisis and suicide-prevention helpline for LGBTQ+ students.