Manhattan School Board Requests Review of Transgender Athlete Policy

The resolution, which has ignited a fierce debate, seeks more parental input and transparency without calling for an immediate ban.

A Manhattan school board district passed a resolution asking for a review of policies allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls' sports, sparking widespread debate.
The resolution, approved 8-3 by Community Education Council District 2, does not call for an immediate ban but seeks to involve more parental input and transparency.
Critics, including NYC Council members and activists, argue the move discriminates against transgender students and undermines inclusivity efforts.
The Department of Education maintains that all students have the right to participate in sports according to their gender identity, opposing the resolution.
The debate occurs amid a broader national conversation on transgender rights and participation in sports, reflecting deep divisions on the issue.