What We Teach

• Language of sexuality
• Reproductive anatomy and physiology
• Menstrual cycle
• Pregnancy
• Reproduction myths and facts

Objectives: By the end of a 60 minute session students will have accomplished at least 2 of the following: 

• Report increased comfort with medically accurate language relative to sexual health & sexuality
• Identify the names of 5 to 7 “male” and “female” reproductive body parts 
• Identify the functions of 5 to 7 “male” and “female” reproductive body parts 
• Summarize the menstrual cycle
• Explain how pregnancy occurs
• Identify 5 myths about reproduction and anatomy and why they are false

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• Media influences
• Person-in-environment perspective; influences on self-images
• Self-care and self-love
• Empowerment

Objectives: By the end of a 60 minute session students will have accomplished at least 2 of the following: 

• Identify 2 ways media influence self-esteem and body image
• Name 3 ways negative and positive body image can impact self-esteem and behavior 
• Identify 2 effective responses to body-based bullying
• Name 2 things that make them feel beautiful
• Define “self-care” and “self-love”
• Set 3 customized self-care goals for their personal lives
• Create 3 positive messages about their bodies

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• Elements of Communication 
• Communication Styles 
• Improvisations

Objectives: By the end of a 60 minute session students will have accomplished at least 2 of the following:

• Describe the elements of effective communication 
• Provide examples of verbal and nonverbal feedback 
• Overcoming communication barriers 
• Describe and distinguish between passive, aggressive, and assertive communication styles 
• Describe the importance of listening and being an active listener 
• Discuss and practice at least 2 effective communication skill

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• Meaningful Consent
• Rape and Assault
• Communication
• Coping and Response

Objectives: By the end of a 60 minute session, students will have accomplished at least two of the following:

• Describe the elements of effective communication
• Provide examples of verbal and nonverbal feedback
• Overcoming communication barriers
• Describe and distinguish between passive, aggressive, and assertive communication styles
• Describe the importance of listening and being an active listener
• Discuss and practice at least 2 effective communications skills

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• Facts, attitudes and decisions about contraceptives, including abstinence
• Decision about sexual activity, including abstinence

Objectives: By the end of a 60 minute session students will have accomplished at least 2 of the following:

• Describe the use of 3 to 4 contraceptive methods, how they work, their side effects and effectiveness
• Identify 3 to 4 items in Contraceptive Methods Kit which includes hormonal and barrier birth control methods
• Describe the advantages and disadvantages of different methods, including cost and accessibility
• Accurately describe at least 5 steps of correct condom use 
• Relay the importance of using reliable contraceptives with every act of intercourse in order to delay pregnancy until it is desired and  be protected from STI’s

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• Characteristics of healthy relationships
• Warning signs of abusive relationships
• Relationship evaluation
• Dating violence & sexual Offenses
• Coping with sexual assault

Objectives: By the end of a 60 minute session students will have accomplished at least 2 of the following:

• Identify 4 to 5 characteristics of healthy relationships 
• Identify 4 to 5 characteristics of unhealthy relationships
• Define rape and sexual assault
• Describe 2 warning signs of an unhealthy or abusive relationship
• Identify 2 strategies to prevent and respond to abusive or unhealthy relationship behaviors 
• Identify 2 accessible resources for coping with sexual assault

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• Impact of media on sexuality, identity, relationships, gender roles
• Role of media in sexuality education and personal development

Objectives: By the end of a 60 minute session students will have accomplished at least 2 of the following:

• Identify 4 gender role messages perpetuated by the media and potential harmful impacts of each
• Name 2 ways porn may present an unrealistic view of sex
• Name 2 sex myths promoted by mainstream media
• Identify 3 valid and reliable sources of sex education and information on the Internet

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• Puberty Changes & Coping Strategies
• Attitudes Toward Puberty
• Decisions About Relationships
• Decisions About Hygiene

Objectives: By the end of a 60-minute session, students will have accomplished at least 2 of the following:

• Describe at least 5 physical, emotional and/or social changes of puberty
• Explain that puberty is triggered by the endocrine system, specifically the pituitary gland
• Distinguish among definitions of erection, menstruation, nocturnal emission, ovum, puberty and sperm
• Explain the purposes of bras, athletic supporters and menstrual hygiene products
• Distinguish at least 5 puberty facts from myths
• Anticipate puberty with positive feelings, recognizing that the timing of change is individual

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• Life and Reproductive Planning
• Identifying Desires
• Considering Personal Objectives for Current and Future Relationships
• Obtaining Needed Testing and Safer Sex Tools

Objectives: By the end of a 60-minute session, students will have accomplished at least 2 of the following:

• Identify personal goals for their sex lives
• Name 2 places they can obtain birth control, condoms, and/or dental dams
• Name 2 sources of self-esteem in their lives
• Explain how sexual pleasure impacts well-being
• Identify 2 sources of pleasure in their lives
• Practice communicating with a partner(s) about sexual pleasure
• Improve sense of self-efficacy in obtaining reproductive and sexual medical care

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• Abstinence and Safer Sex
• Protection from Sexually Transmitted Infections
• Prevention of Unintended Pregnancy

Objectives: By the end of a 60-minute session, students will have accomplished at least 2 of the following:

• Describe risky sexual behavior
• Condom demonstration (with permission of client)
• List 4 main STIs
• Name the mos effective pregnancy prevention method (PIV abstinence) and 2 highly effective hormonal birth control methods
• Explain 2 ways they are committed to taking sexual responsibility in the future

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• Sex, Gender, and Sexual Orientation
• Gender identities

Objectives: By the end of a 60-minute session students will have accomplished at least 2 of the following:

• Explain the difference between sex, gender and sexual orientation
• Identify 4 common gender roles and stereotypes
• Identify 2 common sexual orientation stereotypes
• Name 3 harmful ways that stereotypes/prejudice/discrimination can impact LGBTQIA populations
• Examine feelings about gender via private or group personal reflection
• Name 1 way in which stereotypes about masculinity and femininity impact their lives

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• Facts, feelings and attitudes about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including HIV/AIDS

Objectives: By the end of a 60-minute session, students will have accomplished at least two of the following:

• Describe 3 to 4 methods of STI/HIV transmission
• Describe 3 to 4 common STI/HIV symptoms (including no symptoms at all)
• Describe 2 to 3 methods of STI/HIV prevention and risk reduction, including abstinence
• Accurately describe at least 5 sequential steps for correct condom use
• Name 2 accessible places to receive STI/HIV testing and treatment
• Describe 2 methods of STI/HIV testing
• Briefly name which STIs have treatments or cures

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