Term
Summer 2024
Capstone
Capstone Project
Degree Name
MA-TESOL
Facilitator(s)
Trish Harvey
Content Expert
Marian Buttimer
Abstract
My research question is What school-wide policies can be implemented to support ELL students with LGBTQIA+ identities? LGBTQIA+ high school students face a myriad of challenges in achieving full integration within academic and school culture. These challenges are especially pronounced for students from an English Language Learner (ELL) background, who may also grapple with language barriers and cultural differences. This intersectional group is at higher risk of marginalization, and as such, they are in particular need of holistic support within their educational environment. This project is the development of a comprehensive website designed to serve as a resource for all stakeholders within a school community- teachers, administrators, and the students themselves. Key features of the website include an inclusive curriculum and classroom materials that are carefully aligned with educational standards supporting diverse gender and sexual identities. These resources are intended to assist educators in creating a more welcoming and affirming classroom environment. Additionally, the website hosts peer support forums where students can engage with one another, share experiences, and build a sense of belonging. For administrators, the website offers strategic guidance on the implementation of school policies and practices that are specifically designed to support the well-being of LGBTQIA+ students. This includes policy templates, training modules, and best practices for fostering an inclusive school climate. By providing these comprehensive resources, the website aims to create a more inclusive, supportive, and equitable learning environment for LGBTQIA+ ELL students.
Project Type
Website Creation
Keywords
ESL/ ELLs, Gender, Staff Development, LGBTQIA+
Recommended Citation
Verly, Camille, "School-Wide Policies to Support ELL Students with LGBTQIA+ Identities" (2024). School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects. 1046.
https://digitalcommons.hamline.edu/hse_cp/1046
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DigitalCommons@Hamline
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School of Education Student Capstone Projects