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“The student is in charge of their own gender transition,” the guidance says, “and the school’s role is to provide support to make that happen.”

“If a student has formally requested to transition at school, the school administrator or another trusted adult, preferably trained in supporting LGBTQ and Gender Expansive students, can meet with the student and determine the steps the student is comfortable taking,” the document says.

If a student has not talked at home about their gender identity because of safety concerns or lack of acceptance, they can “begin their transition at school without parent/guardian knowledge,” the guidance states.

Meanwhile, all students are entitled under Title IX and the state Human Rights Law to use the restroom aligned with their gender identity, the guidance says. It also suggests incorporating accommodations like single “all gender” restrooms or private changing spaces upon request and says students should never be forced to use one restroom over another or given only one option, the document states.