Katy ISD adopts new controversial ‘gender identity’ policy

Katy ISD school board approves hotly contested new gender identity policy in 4-3 vote

There was an overflow crowd of vocal parents and students at the meeting, which went well into the night. Now, teachers must tell parents if students want to change their name or use different pronouns.

Katy ISD adopts new controversial ‘gender identity’ policy

KATY, Texas (KIAH) -- Around 100 people signed up to speak at Katy ISD’s board meeting on Monday night about a controversial gender identity policy. Most in attendance were opposed to the plan. It would require staff members to alert parents if their child says they are transgender. It also dictates which bathrooms and locker rooms students can used, based on their gender at birth. After hearing from more than 100 speakers passionately voicing t…