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Learn about the implementation of the California Healthy Youth Act in public schools, the review of alternative programs, and the options for next steps.
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Comprehensive Sexual Education Board of Education October 15, 2019 Lisa Kotowski, Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction Charalee Cunningham, LUSD Instructional Coach Sheri Coburn, Ed.D., R.N. M.S.N. Director, Comprehensive Health Programs, SJCOE Nora Hana, Director, Comprehensive Health, SJCOE
Executive Summary • Public School Districts in California are required to implement California Healthy Youth Act that includes (EC51930-519391) Comprehensive Sexual Health and HIV Prevention education at least once in middle school and once in high school. • Programs that meet California Healthy Youth Act (CHYA) requirements: • Teen Talk • Used by many San Joaquin County Districts • On display at the District Office • Recommendation approved by Curriculum Council • District received many concerns regarding Teen Talk. Other programs were suggested. • HEART - does not meet state requirements • Check the Facts – unavailable to review • Options for Next Steps • Bring Teen Talk to Board as Action Item November 5, 2019 • Ensures compliance by 2020 • Curriculum Adoption Committee continue to research and review programs • District develop curriculum that meets all CHYA requirements
Family Life Education/Comprehensive Sexual HealthTimeline and Changes
Options • Bring Teen Talk to Board as Action Item November 5, 2019 • Curriculum Adoption Committee continue to research and review programs • District develop curriculum that meets all CHYA requirements