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Today was gender swap day at my school, as part of Spirit Week. As part of the theme, many boys showed up in female clothing and some even in dresses, while many girls dressed in the tomboy style.

Is this acceptable in a learning environment? Why or why not?

For me, it seems to definitely be a distraction, but it didn't really seem to keep much from getting done. But this sort of event seems to be controversial. What do you think, NSG?

No, it's okay, I like being a guy.

And this is supposed teach...what exactly?

The Murtunian Tribes wrote:And this is supposed teach...what exactly?

That transvestism and/or transgenderism is played for laughs.

I only see a problem with this as it makes actual transvestites and transgendered folks look like jokes. This said, other than that, nothing should be noted about it.

The Murtunian Tribes wrote:And this is supposed teach...what exactly?

Not sure. It seems Spirit Week is a common festivitie in American schools, and themes can range from Pajama Day to School Color Day; I've never seen a gender swap day before until today.

Damn, I thought this was about a hypothetical situation in which-

Never mind.

In any case, I don't really see any educational problems with it.

Sounds fucking weird, but whatever floats your boat I guess.

Sounds fun.

The Truth and Light wrote:

The Murtunian Tribes wrote:And this is supposed teach...what exactly?

Not sure. It seems Spirit Week is a common festivitie in American schools, and themes can range from Pajama Day to School Color Day; I've never seen a gender swap day before until today.

So what do people who dress in drag do?

Also, Spirit Week is lame anyway.

Why can't I have that in my former HS...

Imperial--japan wrote:Sounds fun.

It was quite interesting seeing all the guys walking around with fake boobs. And yes, it was pretty weird.

The Truth and Light wrote:

Imperial--japan wrote:Sounds fun.

It was quite interesting seeing all the guys walking around with fake boobs. And yes, it was pretty weird.

Damn that sounds awkward but in a good way.

I like the idea. It would finally give me an excuse to try on woman's clothing.

Bengera wrote:No, it's okay, I like being a guy.

+1

High school isn't about learning, it is about making friends and having fun. <-- Unfortunate truth, IMO.

We did tons of these "days" and generally had almost no teaching on them because everyone was laughing and having fun looking at how crazy everyone else dressed.

Mosasauria wrote:I like the idea. It would finally give me an excuse to try on woman's clothing.

It would give me an excuse to where clothes at all.

Weed wrote:High school isn't about learning, it is about making friends and having fun. <-- Unfortunate truth, IMO.

We did tons of these "days" and generally had almost no teaching on them because everyone was laughing and having fun looking at how crazy everyone else dressed.

This, plus your flag and nation name make a wierd and somewhat awkward but funny combo.

Imperial--japan wrote:

Mosasauria wrote:I like the idea. It would finally give me an excuse to try on woman's clothing.

It would give me an excuse to where clothes at all.

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Okay then...

Strange idea...never heard of it until now.

Mosasauria wrote:

Imperial--japan wrote:It would give me an excuse to where clothes at all.

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Okay then...

My school has it too.

It is rather entertaining seeing a guy with fake boobs.

Imperial--japan wrote:

Mosasauria wrote:I like the idea. It would finally give me an excuse to try on woman's clothing.

It would give me an excuse to where clothes at all.

This is going in my sig.

Conserative Morality wrote:Damn, I thought this was about a hypothetical situation in which-

Never mind.

In any case, I don't really see any educational problems with it.

Yeah, the same initial thought occured to me too when I saw the title... a hypothetical situation-

Anyway, I just question the purpose behind this. I see no inherent detrimental effects... I just don't see any beneficial effects either. Seems pointless.

Ceannairceach wrote:

The Murtunian Tribes wrote:And this is supposed teach...what exactly?

That transvestism and/or transgenderism is played for laughs.

I only see a problem with this as it makes actual transvestites and transgendered folks look like jokes. This said, other than that, nothing should be noted about it.

I actually think it helps make those more socially acceptable.

Divine Unity wrote:

Conserative Morality wrote:Damn, I thought this was about a hypothetical situation in which-

Never mind.

In any case, I don't really see any educational problems with it.

Yeah, the same initial thought occured to me too when I saw the title... a hypothetical situation-

Anyway, I just question the purpose behind this. I see no inherent detrimental effects... I just don't see any beneficial effects either. Seems pointless.

All of Spirit Week is basically pointless.