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  The video "Woke Read Alouds: They, She, He Easy as ABC" further complements these efforts by showcasing books that introduce young children to gender diversity in an accessible way. These books, which cover topics like pronouns, gender fluidity, and acceptance, help normalize conversations about gender identity from an early age. By including these books in the classroom, educators can promote understanding and empathy, teaching students about the importance of respecting people’s identities. As society becomes more aware of the rights and needs of transgender and gender nonconforming individuals, schools have a crucial role in ensuring that these students feel safe, respected, and included. The Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education provides a set of comprehensive guidelines aimed at supporting transgender and gender nonconforming students in schools. These guidelines help educators create environments where every student’s gender ident...

  Education is often acknowledged as a great equalizer, but for many students with disabilities, it can become a site of exclusion and discrimination due to ableism. Ableism is the societal belief that typical abilities are the standard. It draws a perspective of disabilities primarily as deficiencies rather than variations of human experience, leading to stereotyping that limits opportunities and undermines expectations for success. Ableism is shown in schooling through curricular exclusion, where educational materials frequently overlook the contributions of individuals with disabilities, and inaccessibility, as many schools lack the necessary physical and curricular adaptations for diverse learners. This creates barriers to participation and often results in social isolation for students with disabilities.    Students with learning disabilities face unique challenges, including misunderstandings about their learning styles, low expectations from educators, and unreli...