Candidates say Moorestown follows New Jersey law on gender‑identity access; emphasize privacy and alternatives

Candidates at the Moorestown Board of Education forum described district practice on student access to gender‑segregated spaces as compliant with New Jersey anti‑discrimination law and said they would prioritize both student dignity and privacy.

Danielle Miller noted the district’s obligation to follow New Jersey law prohibiting discrimination and said the district also provides alternative locker‑room spaces “for anyone who feels uncomfortable.” Claudine Marano cited the 2018 state law and said it grants students the right to use facilities consistent with their gender identity; she added that the district also provides accommodations to protect students’ emotional safety. “There are alternative spaces offered for those, other students,” Marano said.

Katie Berman said the district follows state guidelines and supports accommodations where needed, urging open communication with students and families. Ayesha Hassan described the issue as “complex” and urged policies that “maintain appropriate boundaries” while providing “reasonable accommodations for transgender students that respect both their dignity, but also the privacy concerns of their peers.”

Candidates emphasized compliance with state law, protections for privacy and the availability of alternative spaces; the forum reflected candidate positions and did not involve any board‑level policy vote.