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Gettysburg school district responds to public concern, saying coach’s gender identity no factor in holdup of contract renewal

Some who support the coach say they’re concerned the school board is reconsidering Sasha Yates’ contract because she’s transgender.

By Gabriela Martínez/WITF

American Experience: Casa Susanna tells the story of a forgotten moment in Queer History

American Experience visits the now abandoned Casa Susanna with previous guests to remember a place where they were free to live authentically.

By Staff

One Lancaster County trans student finds space to be himself, despite backlash against LGBTQ issues in schools

Ollie said he came out as transgender before schools closed down due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Gabriela Martínez/WITF

Hempfield school district is first to adopt transgender sports policy limiting athletes to sex at birth

The Hempfield School Board in Lancaster County adopted a policy last week that limits a student athlete’s participation to sports teams that align with their sex at birth

By Scott LaMar/WITF

Hempfield School District adopts athletic policy limiting how transgender students can participate in team sports

All students must now compete according to their sex assigned at birth, according to the updated policy.
By Gabriela Martínez/WITF

Governor Tom Wolf vetoes bills on poll watchers, transgender athletes in Pennsylvania

“This bill undermines the integrity of our election process and encourages voter intimidation.”

By The Associated Press
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