OPINION submissions are the views of the contributor and not associated with Valley News or its staffAfter being pressured to undress in front of a boy who identifies as a girl in their locker room, about ten girls at James L. Day Middle School waited outside until he finished. Their reward? They were marked “tardy.” These girls chose courage over compliance.On September 2, 2025, more than 70 people—mostly middle school girls—staged a walk-out. The girls made clear they did not want to disparage transgender students—no one did. In fact, many who supported the girls also showed compassion for the boy. At the rally, the students said their stand was about fairness, privacy, and safety for everyone.Their signs cut through the noise: “HAVING A VOICE OR BOUNDARIES DOES N
