A Queer High School Valedictorian Speech was given by a student and was booed off the stage at a Texas high school because he was gay. His father praises him for his regaining his composure. Zander Mrocz, a student at the University of Wisconsin, was accused using a hair metaphor in order to criticize state Parental Rights in Education.
Zander Moricz employs a hair metaphor to attack state’s Parental Rights in Education
Zander Moricz is a Florida senior high school student who has been active in the LGBTQ community for many years. He serves as a member the Pine View School’s student government in Osprey. In addition, he has worked with other students to organize protests of the “Don’t Say Gay” legislation. Now, he’s taking his advocacy to the next level with a lawsuit.
Florida’s legislature passed the so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill in March. This bans teachers from discussing the topic of sexual orientation in public schools, grades K-3. Despite the opposition of many, including Governor Ron DeSantis, the law was signed into law by the Florida Senate. The debate has been contentious in Florida, with many critics pointing out that the law was too broad.
Although the law was not yet implemented, it has already had a huge impact on the LGBTQ community. Earlier this year, Moricz organized a series of rallies and school walkouts to oppose the “Don’t Say Gay” law in downtown Sarasota. The rally attracted more than 600 students.
Dershem’s father praises his son for regaining his composure
One small New Jersey high-school’s valedictorian was a sensation with his speech entitled “biggest and most important ideas.” It covered a range of topics including the coronavirus, disordered food, mental illness, and more. His most notable accomplishment was his decision to come out as gay. His tale is both heartwarming, and also heartbreaking.
Dershem said he suffered from anorexia, depression, and bipolar disorder since his freshman year. He consulted with several doctors and received therapy, and the best thing he did was to come out. However, he still felt like he was alone and had to confront his fears and anxieties head-on.
Dershem, whose family relocated from Philadelphia to Voorhees in the quiet town of Voorhees many years ago, was an ex-college football player. He dreams to become a surgeon. His plans are to continue his studies at Tufts University this fall. Dershem hopes to make a positive impact in the world, whether he is practicing medicine or pursuing a career as a psychologist and advocating for LGBTQ rights.
Dershem states that mic was disabled during a Queer High School Valedictorian Speech
Bryce Dershem was a valedictorian at his high school. He explained that he wanted to share his experience as a queer teenager during his coming out process. He also wanted to talk about his struggles with depression, suicidal thoughts and anxiety.
Video of the incident became viral. Dershem’s father posted it online. He was encouraged to post it on YouTube by many people who commented. It was also clear that the crowd was receptive to his message. A few classmates even thanked him for sharing his story.
The incident didn’t end there. A day later, Dershem hosted a graduation for a teacher who had just lost his son to the pandemic. His classmate, Ravel, asked the class to chant “Let him speak!” Every school official who tried to restrict him.
Dershem said he was asked by the school to remove references to being gay, anorexia and mental health. His teacher then took away the speech he had written and told him to read another one.
Osipow needs an apology from school for being homosexual
Gay or lesbian youth are at higher risk of suicidal thoughts. Bullying is not something to be ignored. No matter what your age or background, you’re vulnerable to harassment from classmates. You can expect harassment and slurs from your peers, no matter if you are a high school junior or teenager on the way to college. However, it is possible to have the problem addressed by a responsible adult.
One Ohio student, a recent River Valley High School graduate, has taken matters into his own hands. A Facebook video was posted by the student calling for the school’s apology. An 18-year-old student describes himself using the pronouns ‘they’ and he’ in the video. According to student, it was during graduation. Also, it wasn’t clear if the student was there for all of the speech.
Later, the video was made public by River Valley Local Schools. However, outrage has erupted in the community. According to a Facebook post, other members of the community are planning to attend a board meeting on Monday.
