Category Archives: LGBTQ+

Weekly Update 10/21/21: LGBTQ+ History

October is LGBTQ+ History Month and so far we have focused on learning about how to affirm and support our gender diverse children, as well as shared some LBGTQ+ resources in our community. This week we will dig into some history and share some sources for learning more about LGBTQ+ history. LGBTQ+ people have always […]


Weekly Update 10/15/21: LGBTQ+ History: International Pronouns Day

This week we continue to observe LGBTQ+ History Month. As we discussed here on the blog on 9/24 and at our SVCMS Parent Ed event on 9/28, youth whose identities are affirmed report less depression and suicidal thoughts. One easy way to support and affirm all of our friends is to use their correct pronouns. […]


Weekly Update 10/1/21: LGBTQ+ History

The month of October is LGBTQ+ History Month. This month highlights and celebrates the history and achievements of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people. According to GLAAD, “During the early years, the celebration was largely marked by a call to action and commemoration. But since then, LGBT History Month has blossomed into a national […]


Weekly Update 9/24/21: Gender Diversity

SVCMS is thrilled to be hosting CU’s A Queer Endeavor, a nationally recognized center for gender and sexual diversity in education, for a valuable educational event next Tuesday, September 28, 6:00-8:00 p.m. The primary focus of the event will be supporting families in how to talk with their kids about gender and sexuality across the […]


Weekly Update 5/21/21: LGBTQ+ Pride

June is Pride Month for LGBTQIA+ and we’re sharing resources a little early because there’s no school in June (yay for that!). 50+ Resources for LGBTQIA Allies – This is an excellent resource with articles, videos and more. Events of InterestSaturday, May 22 at 12:00 MT – Drag Queen Story Hour is hosting Asian American […]