Parents of LGBTQ+ teens should stay in regular contact with the school to promptly address any situations collaboratively.
I encourage you to embrace your child’s journey, and even become an ally of the LGBTQ+ community. Demonstrate you are with your teen through your words and deeds. The teens I work with who have accepting parents speak of their parents’ adoption of an ally position very favourably. “My mum bought ALL the flags, and bought me a shirt that read, “I can’t even think straight,” recounted Rowan* (*not their real name). This helped Rowan feel accepted, even cherished by their parent. Sharing information about your child with others can be a collaborative process.