Specifically we need to clarify what we mean by term sexual orientation . Throughout this document, sexual orientation refers to heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality. Of course the term sexual orientation is sometimes used with referents and connotations other than those communicated by the very objective sounding definition above. This wide range of meanings will undoubtedly occur in the forum deliberations based on this booklet. Indeed, we depend on you to raise the issues that concern you during the forum.
Staff sometimes experience similar treatment.
Fear is not conducive to education. Advocates for Choice 1 believe that in order to provide a safe, secure and nurturing environment for all students the schools should take strong action to prohibit harassment and discrimination based on sexual orientation. The necessary policies must be widely publicized and strictly enforced. Sexual orientation should be added to the list of protected categories on school nondiscrimination policies. Schools must establish guidelines for unacceptable discriminatory or harassing behavior regarding sexual orientation.