Jessica Yellin Instagram – OK TO “SAY GAY” IN FLORIDA SCHOOLS Thanks to an out-of-court settlement, Florida teachers and students can now talk about gender identity and sexual orientation in the classroom, as long as it’s not part of the official school curriculum. After the “Don’t Say Gay” first law took effect, many schools pulled books with LGBTQ themes from libraries. Teachers weren’t sure if they could reference their same-sex partners, and some students were afraid to display pride flags or stickers. A group of teachers, students, and parents sued the state arguing the law violated their rights. This settlement is the result of that suit. Both sides of the settlement are claiming victory — Gov. Ron DeSantis says the law remaining intact is a “major win,” while a lawyer for the plaintiffs said the settlement affirms that “every kid in this country is entitled to an education at a public school where they feel safe.”