'It's not part of the curriculum': LGBTQIA+ students want more inclusive classrooms
ABCWhen Kai's father took him for a fresh haircut and to try on a suit for the first time, he felt a euphoric sense of freedom. "Schools are best placed to decide the time and emphasis given to teaching topics within the curriculum — and are provided with the flexibility to teach sex education in a way that reflects their school ethos, cultural sensitivities, community values, and diversity of student needs," they said. Mel said schools were interested in learning how to create inclusive classrooms and teachers "really want to get this right", but governments needed to invest in more training. Australian Education Union federal president, Correna Haythorpe, said teachers, principals and education support staff in government schools were committed to ensuring every student can learn in a safe and affirming environment. "We would welcome additional funding for professional development to ensure health and sex education is delivered inclusively, ensuring queer students are safe and affirmed in the classroom," she said.
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