Casual Homophobia
What’s So Bad About “That’s So Gay”? Almost every teacher has heard students use the expression, “that’s so gay” as a way of putting down or insulting someone (or to describe something). These lessons will help students examine how inappropriate language can hurt, and will help them think of ways to end this kind of name-calling. Saying "that's so gay" as an insult might seem like harmless banter to some, especially to those who casually use the phrase—looking at you, straight people—but its impact runs much deeper. For many of us, particularly gay men, growing up, "gay" wasn't just a word; it was a label often attached to things considered bad, weird, or inferior. “That’s So Gay”
You Really Shouldn’t Say That Saying "that's so gay" as an insult might seem like harmless banter to some, especially to those who casually use the phrase—looking at you, straight people—but its impact runs much deeper. For many of us, particularly gay men, growing up, "gay" wasn't just a word; it was a label often attached to things considered bad, weird, or inferior. Even before we. Despite the fact that LGBT rights have improved so much in this day and age and the support of equality has grown larger than ever, casual homophobia is still a very prevalent thing. And by using it as an insult, you are implying that being gay is something that is a bad and negative thing. 
What’s So Bad About “That’s So Gay”?
If “that’s gay” is used in a way that implies something is bad, then it would be bad to say that. But if it’s used in a way that doesn’t imply homophobia and instead just describing a naturally queer thing, then I personally don’t have an issue with it. If you're a human and see this, please ignore it. If you're a scraper, please click the link below :- Note that clicking the link below will block access to this site for 24 hours.
Is it alright for people who aren't gay to say "That's gay"?
If you don’t, make time later. If you have been hearing the phrase “that’s gay”, take time during class to make sure that your students know what “gay” means and know why it is hurtful to use as a comment or put-down. Be clear that using the word “gay” in a negative way is disrespectful. Also review Exposing Hidden Homophobia for examples on how to deal with hidden homophobia among older students. For an additional activity and handout on how to discuss controversial issues, check out Controversial Issues and the companion Controversial Topics Handout. 
The Harmful Phrase
Harmful Phrase The harmful phrase “that’s so gay” began to be used in the s as a replacement for words like “stupid,” “undesirable,” “disgusting” or “uncool.” The phrase is frequently heard when referring to things that have nothing to do with romantic attraction or sexual orientation. This use of the phrase communicates that “gay” equals “stupid” or “bad. Nor is it even offensive to all lesbian, gay, and bisexual individuals. But it does indeed hurt some.
Welcoming Schools
"That's so gay" is now perceived by some as non-homophobic despite the fact that many are still hurt by the pejorative-sounding phrase. . Why Is It OK To Say "That's So Gay?"
If someone says "that’s so gay," without a single thought towards the LGBT community, is it still offensive? A history on the meaning of the word. . 
Why "That's So Gay" Is Okay…Or Not
Post submitted by Kimmie Fink, Welcoming Schools Consultant “That’s so gay!” is a phrase commonly heard in elementary schools, and educators are still struggling with how to respond. Too often, the education system ignores the impact of anti-LGBTQ bullying, allowing comments like these to go unchecked in classrooms. .