The
Prince
William
County
School
Board
unanimously
approved
a
resolution
naming
June
as
LGBTQ+
Pride
Month.
The
resolution
was
brought
forward
by
Vice
Chairman
Loree
Williams
(Woodbridge
District)
and
Adele
Jackson
(Brentsville
District)."I think this is an important resolution, not only for our students, but for our staff, as well. I am so proud, really, that we are creating a welcome environment for not only our students, but for our staff," Williams said just prior to the vote held on June 10, 2020.
"As an educator, candidate, and now board member, my philosophy is all our children should have access to an excellent education," said Jackson. "As an elected official, I believe it is one of my responsibilities to ensure that all students feel included. I strongly believe there is a connection between feeling included, feeling safe, and academic success."
Jackson continued, "It is a difficult time, and when possible, we must practice and lead with love and acceptance."
A copy of the full resolution can be found here.