Mr Goldberg Just Accepted a Job as the Principal of a Large

question 33

Essay

Mr. Goldberg just accepted a job as the principal of a large high school. For years, Mr. Goldberg has been concerned about the rates of bullying and suicide among LGBT youths. One of his first goals as principal is to start a gay-straight alliance (GSA) in his school. You are responsible for gathering support from teachers, students, and parents. First, explain what GSAs are. Next, describe the benefits associated with GSAs.

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Definitions:

Human-capital Investment

The process of acquiring and enhancing an individual's skills and knowledge, which increases potential productivity and earnings.

Discrimination

Unfair treatment of individuals based on characteristics such as race, gender, or age, rather than merit or performance.

Wage Differentials

The variation in wage rates due to factors such as occupation, industry, location, or the skills and experience of workers.

Labor-market Discrimination

The unfair treatment of workers based on characteristics such as race, gender, age, or religion, rather than job qualifications or performance.