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     With everything we have done this semester, there are a few things that I believe will really stick with me as I move on through school and into the real world. One of those things being Troublemakers by Shalaby. This text was really relatable for me because I was a troublemaker when I was in early elementary school. I feel as my issue back then was just that I felt like the teachers and things we did in class was limiting my creativity. I always wanted to do things that weren't in the directions or add my own spin on things and it would get me in trouble.     Another thing that I feel will stick with me is the video we watched on Hispanic students taking classes to learn about their history and culture. This one stood out to me specifically because of my interest in history and how I want to be a history teacher. I feel that teaching the students this helps give them a deeper sense of identity and that it will really make them understand the material...

     I took a look at the thoughtful approach to student support in the Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's guidance for transgender and gender nonconforming. This document is worth reading whether you're interested in education or just creating a more inclusive environment. Making sure transgender and gender nonconforming kids feel valued, secure, and validated in their educational settings is the main goal of the guidelines. It highlights the importance of using the names and pronouns that students have selected, which may seem like a little detail but has a big impact. Think about how lonely it would be to have friends and teachers overlook or reject your identity. Schools take a step toward creating a sense of belonging and trust by encouraging staff to accept kids' gender identities.      I also liked the instructions on facility access. It is recommended that schools allow children to use locker rooms and restrooms that mat...