As a long-standing resident and concerned parent living in the Tumwater School District, the decision made by our current board members- Casey Taylor, Darby Kaikkonen, Jill Adams, and Ty Kuehl hits close to home. It has come to my attention that they recently voted against essential trans rights in our local school district, creating an unsafe and unwelcoming environment for trans students.

Trans students, who are at a disproportionate risk of bullying and discrimination, require our immediate support, not further marginalization. In fact, the National Transgender Discrimination Survey found that 75% of students who are transgender feel unsafe at school due to their gender identity. The repercussions of this are significant, with higher instances of missing school, educational underachievement, and mental health struggles.

By voting against trans rights, our Tumwater School District board members have shown a disregard for the safety and wellbeing of the trans students in our district. Their actions fly in the face of the values embraced by our city.

It's now more crucial than ever that we stand together for trans rights, fostering an education system that is inclusive, safe, and supportive for every student, regardless of their gender identity. Sign this petition now to call for the recall of Tumwater School District board members who voted against trans rights and to demand schools where all students feel respected and secure.