Elementary School
Our presentations for elementary school classes take place in May and June and cover many topics.
Topics Covered
- Puberty Development
- Menstruation
- Changing Moods
- The Human Reproductive System
- Human Development
- Respect for Peers During Puberty
Specific Outcomes
Grade 4
W-4.3: describe physical, emotional and social changes that occur during puberty; e.g., menstruation, secondary sexual characteristics, changing identity and moods
Grade 5
W-5.3: identify the basic components of the human reproductive system, and describe the basic functions of the various components (e.g., fertilization, conception)
Grade 6
W-6.3: identify and describe the stages and factors that can affect human development from conception through birth
W-6.6: examine and evaluate the risk factors associated with exposure to blood-borne diseases such as HIV, AIDS, hepatitis B/C (e.g., sharing needles, body piercing, tattooing, helping someone who is bleeding, being sexually active)
Junior High
Each junior high school presentation is between 80-100 minutes in length (double block).
Topics Covered
- Puberty Review
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Masturbation
- Abstinence
- STI Information & Prevention
- Personal Boundaries
- Sexual Decision-Making
- Safer Sex (e.g. condoms, dental dams)
- Birth Control
- Gender Identity & Sexual Orientation (LGBTQ2S+)
- Healthy Relationships & Consent
Specific Outcomes
Grade 7
W-7.3: examine the human reproductive process, and recognize misunderstandings associated with sexual development
W-7.12: identify the effects of social influences on sexuality and gender roles and equity (e.g., media, culture)
W-7.13: examine the influences on personal decision making for responsible sexual behaviour
W-7.14: examine abstinence and decisions to postpone sexual activity as healthy choices
Grade 8
W-8.3: recognize and accept that individuals experience different rates of physical, emotional, sexual and social development
W-8.12: identify and describe the responsibilities and consequences associated with involvement in a sexual relationship
W-8.13: describe symptoms, effects, treatments and prevention for common sexually transmitted infections (e.g., chlamydia, HPV, herpes, gonorrhea, hepatitis B/C, HIV)
W-8.14: identify and describe basic types of contraceptives (e.g., abstinence, condom, foam, birth control pills)
Grade 9
W-9.12: determine “safer” sex practices (e.g., communicate with partner, maintain abstinence, limit partners, access/use condoms/contraceptives properly)
W-9.14: develop strategies that address factors to prevent or reduce sexual risk (e.g., abstain from drugs and alcohol, date in groups, use assertive behaviour)
R-9.5: describe and analyze factors that contribute to the development of unhealthy relationships, and develop strategies to deal with unhealthy relationships
High School/CALM 20
Topics Covered
- Masturbation
- Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity
- Consent
- STI Information & Prevention
- Abstinence
- Safer Sex (e.g., condoms, dental dams)
- Birth Control
Specific Outcomes
P11: examine the relationship between commitment and intimacy in all its levels
- identify expectations and commitments in various relationships
- examine a range of behaviours for handling sexual involvement
- describe how personal values play a role in relationships
- explain the role of trust and ways to establish trust in a relationship
- develop strategies for dealing with jealousy
P12: examine aspects of healthy sexuality and responsible sexual behaviour
- explain the ongoing responsibility for being sexually healthy
- examine a range of behaviours and choices regarding sexual expression
- describe sexually healthy actions and choices for one’s body, including abstinence
- analyze strategies for choosing responsible and respectful sexual expression
- describe the ways in which personal values influence choices
- assess the consequences of being sexually active
