Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D. Jan 2, 20237 minEnsuring Safety and Security: Before and After School SupervisionSchools have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of their students. This concept dates back to Title IX,...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D. Dec 15, 20226 minWhat are the Signs of Bullying? Bullying is an intentional, hurtful behavior that occurs repeatedly over time, typically in the form of physical aggression or verbal...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D. Nov 28, 20226 minGender Identity, Pronouns, and the National Sex Education StandardsThe subject of gender identity and pronouns can be complex. The questions outlined below and more need to be contemplated by school...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D. Nov 15, 20227 minHow do I investigate a sexual harassment case in schools?You are a school district administrator and you just received a complaint about sexual harassment between your students and/or employees....
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D. Nov 3, 20224 minTransgender Athletes: Accommodations and Considerations As schools strive to create an environment that is inclusive of all students, it is important to consider the needs of transgender...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D. Oct 11, 20228 minWhat School Administrators Should Know About Transgender Students and Bathrooms Transgender students are a small and often invisible minority. Most of them want to stay that way so they can avoid being teased or...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D. Sep 28, 20225 minShould Private Schools Worry About Title IX?What exactly is Title IX? Put simply, it's a law that prohibits sex discrimination under any education program or activity receiving...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D. Sep 1, 20223 minReducing the Risk of Sexual Harassment and AbuseThis time of year, there is always excitement in the air with the approach of a new school year. As students begin returning to school,...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D. Jun 23, 20223 minTitle IX Turns 50Fifty years ago in 1972 Richard Nixon signed into law Title IX, a federal law to address a void in gender equality and discrimination...