It shows we value the precious lives of all of God’s beloved children. What it does do, however, is show those students struggling with their sexuality or gender expression that, at a minimum, their teacher is a safe person they can talk to if they should begin to really struggle. It doesn’t indoctrinate students whose families teach them to, at best, avoid LGBTQ+ peers. A teacher choosing to display a pride flag does nothing to change the minds of those uncomfortable with the LGBTQ+ community.
The recent decision by the Carroll County School Board of Education to ban pride flags from our schools is troubling because it eliminates a simple and effective symbol of support for LGBTQ+ students and their families - one that could save a life.Īs a local Christian pastor in a same-sex marriage and parent to children in CCPS, I care deeply about the health, well-being, and education of our youth.
According to recent studies, children and teens who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community are at a higher risk of suicide. Pride flag indicates a safe space, not a political symbolįor anti-abortion people of faith, suicide prevention should be important.
