One Teacher in Ten in the New Millennium: LGBT Educators Speak Out About What's Gotten Better . . . and What Hasn't

Marc Notes: Perhaps no profession is as challenging for LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender) people than teaching. Working under constant suspicion arising from the long-held stereotype of LGBT people as pedophiles who are after your kids, teachers who are LGBT face enormous challenges. The third edition of One Teacher in Ten allows LGBT educators to speak in their own voices about their experience of being LGBT in schools. Following on two volumes of completely original stories published in 1994 and 2004, the all-new third edition of One Teacher in Ten brings together stories from around America - and around the world - of teachers negotiating the challenge of being LGBT in the classroom. The result is a rich tapestry of varied experiences. From Mr. G who feels he must remain closeted in the comparative safety of New York City Public Schools to teachers who are out in places as far afield as South Africa and China, the educators in One Teacher in Ten span the full gamut of experiences, proving that LGBT teachers are as diverse and complex as humanity itself. Voices largely absent from the first two editions - including transgender people, people of color, and educators from outside the US - feature prominently in the new collection, giving readers a richer and deeper understanding of the diverse experiences of LGBT educators--; Provided by publisher. Review Quotes: There s no better way to show how far we ve come and how far we have to go than through personal stories, and this diverse collection of stories is particularly powerful. "One Teacher in Ten in the New Millennium" is a must-read for teachers who are struggling to seek acceptance personally and professionally. Jennings explores new frontiers in LGBT education, giving us a real flavor of the experience of being an educator in the 21st century. Bob Chase, past president of the National Education Association Growing up gay isn t easy for anyone, but Kevin s stories show the power of unwavering hope and resilience in the LGBTQ community members working inside our schools. As a gay woman and union leader, I know that I wouldn t be where I am today if it weren t for my union an ally in the struggle for rights and a shield from unfair discrimination in the workplace. Kevin s acknowledgement that unions embolden openness and openness boosts acceptance demonstrates his deep understanding of the educator community, their personal challenges and how things can get better when they embrace their identities. Randi Weingarten, President, American Federation of Teachers "One Teacher in Ten in the New Millennium" is both informative and deeply inspiring, adding many important voices to previous groundbreaking volumes. These diverse and powerful stories run the gamut of LGBTQ experiences today, giving us a broad outlook on our triumphs as well as the challenges we face in the twenty-first century. Michelangelo Signorile, author of "It s Not Over: Getting Beyond Tolerance, Defeating Homophobia, and Winning True Equality""Review Quotes: "There's no better way to show how far we've come--and how far we have to go--than through personal stories, and this diverse collection of stories is particularly powerful. "One Teacher in Ten in the New Millennium" is a must-read for teachers who are struggling to seek acceptance personally and professionally. Jennings explores new frontiers in LGBT education, giving us a real flavor of the experience of being an educator in the 21st century." --Bob Chase, past president of the National Education AssociationBiographical Note: Kevin Jennings is the founder of GLSEN, the Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network. Currently he is the executive director of the Arcus Foundation, a leading funder of human rights and conservation work. He lives in New York City. Review Citations: Library Journal 07/01/2015 pg. 91 (EAN 9780807055861, Paperback) Booklist 08/01/2015 pg. 22 (EAN 9780807055861, Paperback) Booklist 08/01/2015 pg. 22 (EAN 9780807055878, Other) Contributor Bio:  Jennings, Kevin Kevin Jennings is the executive director of the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network. He lives in New York City.