Human Growth and Development

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Human Growth and Development
April 14, 2009 Parent Meeting

• Program Guidelines
• Waunakee Community School District

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Tonights Staff

• Chris Hetzel, Building Principal
• Lynn Blackbourn, School Counselor
• Janae Grunow, School Counselor
• Jill Statz, Grade 5 Teacher
• Stacy Starin, Grade 6 Teacher

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Human Growth and Development Philosophy
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• Parents are the primary Human Growth and
  Development educators of their children.
• Curriculum materials supplement and further the
  aims of parents in providing children with a
  balanced and thoughtful program.

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• Sexuality is a normal and natural part of being
  human from birth to death.
• All individuals experience changes in their
  bodies, their relationships, and their sexual
  feelings.

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• Society, however, often gives mixed messages and
  very little specific information about how to
  deal with sexuality.
• Individuals need an opportunity to learn about
  human sexuality in a factual manner so they can
  further develop a personal standard of behavior
  on their family, religious, social, and
  educational experiences.

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A Partnership With Parents/Guardians

• TEAM WORK!!!!

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• The schools role is to teach human growth and
  development and to facilitate communication
  between home and school
• The parents role is to share, explain, and
  infuse family values.

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• Every three years the Waunakee Board of Education
  is state mandated to appoint an advisory
  committee composed of
• Parents
• Teachers
• School administrators
• Board of Education members
• Students
• Health care professionals
• Members of the clergy
• Other residents of the school district

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• Parents receive information about the human
  growth and development curriculum. (parent letter
  and meeting)
• Parents are invited to preview materials.
• Parents may exempt their child from part or all
  of the human growth and development curriculum.
  (signed permission form)

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Guidelines for Staff and Outside Resource Persons
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• Students have many different kinds of questions
  about human growth and development.
• The following guidelines help teachers to answer
  their questions in a safe environment.

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• Students may write questions and put them into a
  question box or give them to the teacher prior to
  the answer sessions. This gives the instructor
  the opportunity to consider appropriate responses
  to students questions.
• All questions will be answered simply and
  factually.
• If students ask questions reflecting personal, or
  sexual values, they will be referred to their
  parents/guardians or another trusted adult.

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• Not every question asked by students needs to be
  answered the teacher will use professional
  judgment.
• Questions regarding the sexual experiences of any
  particular person will not be answered.
• Correct terminology for slang terms will be
  provided whenever appropriate.

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Give-Aways Used

• Each year we receive complimentary kits for
  girls. These kits include deodorant, feminine
  products, and an informational booklet.
• These will be given to 6th grade girls when they
  have their all girl question/answer discussion
  with a female staff member.

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Human Growth and Development Objectives

• Grade 5

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Media Materials Used

• Video Teen Hygiene
• Video Disney Boys Disney Girls
• Supplemental worksheets
• Supplemental charts

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Personal Health Human Sexuality

• Discuss respect for self and others.
• Discuss personal hygiene.
• Describe the social, emotional, and physical
  changes that occur when approaching puberty.
• Explain the structures and functions of the male
  and female reproductive systems using accurate
  but basic terminology.
• Describe menstruation and menstrual products.

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So that students will

• Appreciate the uniqueness of their own body.
• Practice good hygiene to protect themselves and
  others.
• Discuss concerns about puberty and reproduction
  with a parent or trusted adult.
• Understand that everyone grows and develops at
  different rates.

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Prevention and Control of Disease

• Explain how diseases (HIV / AIDS) are caused by
  microorganisms such as viruses.
• Describe how HIV is transmitted and the impact of
  HIV infection on the immune system.
• Discuss ways that HIV infection is not believed
  to occur.
• Describe personal and social factors that
  motivate healthy behavior.

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So that students will

• Become aware of the importance and function of
  our immune system.
• Discuss any concerns about HIV / AIDS with a
  parent or other trusted adults.
• Practice good hygiene to protect themselves and
  others from infection.
• Avoid touching someone elses blood tell an
  adult or use a barrier (such as a non-latex
  glove).

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Human Growth and Development Objectives

• Grade 6

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Media Used

• Video AIDS Facts for Kids
• Video 3,2,1 Contact What Kids Need
• Video Who Am I Now
• Supplemental worksheets

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Personal Health Human Sexuality

• Describe the social, emotional, and physical
  changes that occur during puberty.
• Explain the structures and functions of the male
  and female reproductive systems using accurate
  but basic terminology.
• Discuss menstruation and menstrual products.
• Discuss personal hygiene.

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So that students will

• Appreciate the uniqueness of their own body and
  become aware of the changes occurring during
  puberty.
• Practice health habits and personal hygiene to
  promote growth and development. (such as having
  regular medical check-ups)
• Discuss concerns about puberty with a parent or
  trusted adult.

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Prevention and Control of Disease

• Explain how the immune system protects the body
  and how infection with HIV diminishes the ability
  to fight disease.
• Explain HIV how it is transmitted address Myths
  vs. Facts regarding the transmission of HIV.
• Describe personal and social factors that
  motivate healthy behavior. (ex Peer Pressure)

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So that students will

• Discuss any concerns about HIV/AIDS with a parent
  or other trusted adult.
• Understand the importance and function of our
  immune system.
• Practice good hygiene to protect themselves and
  others from infection.
• Avoid touching someone elses blood tell adult
  or use a barrier (such as a non-latex glove).

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Protective Behaviors and Safety

• Explain that all people have a right to feel safe
  and be respected.
• Discuss the prevention of child abuse.
• Identify strategies to address Internet safety
  and prevent CyberBullying.
• Recognize available resources, such as seeking an
  adult for help.

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What you can do..

• Use this opportunity to talk with your child
  about his/her development and encourage them to
  ask questions.
• Create opportunities for your child to learn
  more. Check out books from the public library or
  LMTC.
• Some website resources for PARENTS
• www.puberty101.com or www.coolnurse.com
• Some website resources for students and parents
• www.kidshealth.org/kid
• Ask your childs homeroom teacher if you are
  unclear on anything related to this unit.