Sheboygan North High School had a Day of Silence back in April of 2006. One of the students participating in the Day of Silence learned something he would not have learned otherwise. He learned that he could not defend himself against criticism and discrimination from other students that do not understand what the Gay Straight Alliance is doing. He said it was hard to hear the words and not be able to say anything. He had a first hand feel of how it feels to be ousted and harassed by your peers.
Although many had believed the Gay Straight Alliance was to promote sex, it is not. It is a way for students to rid their schools and community of discrimination and hatred toward the gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgender population.
Another student had commented that a few students that had come out, lost friendships because of their sexual orientation. The group is there for everyone. It is not a group of gay people sitting around trying to make other people gay as many people think. It is a support group if you must think something. It is a group of kids that want their schools to be safe and free of discrimination against everyone.
If every school would have a Gay Straight Alliance in their schools, it could make schools safer and more enjoyable for all. If your school does not have a GSA group, you can do your homework and submit information to a teacher or counselor that might be interested in becoming the adviser to the group, your school could do its part to protect and educate all students and the community as well.
You can find out more information about the Gay Straight Alliance
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