In addition to a comprehensive Physical Education program, we provide a health curriculum for students in fifth through eighth grades. The health curriculum complies with Illinois School Code Section 105 ILCS 5/27 -9.1a by providing an "age and developmentally appropriate, medically accurate, complete, culturally appropriate, inclusive, and trauma-informed comprehensive personal health and safety and comprehensive sexual health education curriculum that meets the specific needs of their community".
Communications regarding more sensitive instructional topics are sent to the community in advance. Parents can preview instructional materials and ask questions of the presenters prior to the beginning of instruction. They may also opt their student(s) out of participation in lessons by completing a form that will be provided closer to the dates of presentations.
The health curriculum is an essential step in a child’s growth and development, helping them to make informed decisions concerning their health and wellness. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Kristin González and David Sislow.
****A Zoom parent-share night hosted by Youth Services will take place Tuesday, September 24th at 6pm. This presentation will preview the sex education lesson for 5th-8th grades. Please use this Zoom link to access the meeting.****
Below is a list of topics covered by grade level:
5th Grade
Body Systems (Lesson 2-3 days/week)
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade