Our education team at Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast is comprised of professional health educators who are committed to improving the lives of youth, parents, and families across our state. We’re excited to invite you to the 2019 Summer Learning Series, which consists of educational workshops designed to fit the specific needs of parents and students ages 12-18.
Whether you’re struggling to figure out how to talk to your child about sex or how to navigate a healthy relationship as a teen, the Summer Learning Series has a workshop for you. Join us at any of the dates below to get age appropriate and medically accurate information that reinforces family values.
Saturday, June 29, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Middle school age (12-14)
Kickbacks: How to Deal With Peer Pressure
No one should force you into decisions you’re not comfortable with, not even your friends
Stay informed on what healthy behaviors look like so you can know when to say no
Relationships 101
Know what expectations to set before you start a relationship
Learn about consent and how to ask for it
Identify the difference between friendships and romantic relationships, and how to practice healthy behaviors in each
High school age (15-18)
What Is Sex/Am I Ready? Sexual decision-making
Have you sought enthusiastic consent from your partner?
Have you talked about protection methods?
What do you know about your partner’s sexual boundaries?
These are just a few of the many conversations to have before making the decision to be sexually active
Having a Healthy Relationship
What do healthy relationships look like and what are the red flags?
What are the signs of an abusive relationship?
Do you have to have sex to have a healthy relationship?
We’re here to answer those questions and give you the tools to recognize healthy behaviors and relationships
Parents/caretakers
Healthy Sexuality [Spanish course available]
Parents need information sexually transmitted infections and protection methods too
Stay informed so you can learn how to help your child make healthy, positive decisions when it comes to their sexuality
Register for the June 29 session
Parent/caretaker courses offered in English and Spanish. All other courses offered in English.
Saturday, July 20, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Middle school age (12-14)
Having a Healthy Relationship
What do healthy relationships look like and what are the red flags?
What are the signs of an abusive relationship?
How can you get on the same page as your parents about your relationship?
We’re here to answer those questions and give you the tools to recognize healthy behaviors and relationships
You Do You: Self Care and Going To the Doctor
Practicing self care isn’t all about bubble baths; it also includes staying on top of your health so you can stay well
Going to the doctor doesn’t have to be a scary experience
We’ll talk about the right questions to ask your doctor so you can feel confident about your sexual health
High school age (15-18)
Talking to Your Partner About Condoms and Birth Control
Have you sought enthusiastic consent from your partner?
Have you talked about protection methods?
What do you know about your partner’s sexual boundaries?
These are just a few of the many conversations to have before making the decision to be sexually active
You Do You: Self Care and Going to the Doctor
Practicing self care isn’t all about bubble baths; it also includes staying on top of your health so you can stay well
Going to the doctor doesn’t have to be a scary experience
We’ll talk about the right questions to ask your doctor so you can feel confident about your sexual health
Parents/caretakers
How To Talk To Your Child About Sexuality [Spanish course available]
Talking about sex doesn’t have to be awkward or embarrassing
While it may seem uncomfortable, having these conversations means that your child can turn to you when they have difficult questions about sexuality.
We’re here to show you how to be your kids’ go-to resource for all things sexual health
Register for the July 20 session
Parent/caretaker courses offered in English and Spanish. All other courses offered in English.
Saturday, August 3, 10 a.m - 1 p.m.
Future Forward
Participants in any of the previous sessions are invited to join us for a "wrap party" at a fun location TBA!
What’s your future plan? Thinking about what you want in the future makes it easier to make smart decisions today.
Teens identify their long-term goals and what impacts pregnancy and STIs have on those goals.
