Oregon High School Coach Fired for Proposing Transgender Athlete Policy Change

John Parks advocated for a separate division for transgender athletes to ensure fairness in women's sports, leading to his dismissal.

John Parks, a high school track coach, was fired after suggesting an 'open' division for transgender athletes.
Parks wrote letters to state officials advocating for policy changes to protect the integrity of girls' sports.
A petition has been started to reinstate Parks, highlighting his support for both female and transgender athletes.
The dismissal followed complaints from Portland Public Schools about Parks' response to transgender athlete inclusion.
Parks is appealing his termination, arguing that he was wronged for defending fair competition in women's sports.