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Middle School/Junior High
Abstinence
Without resorting to fear-based materials, preachy slogans or biased statistics,
Planned Parenthood promotes abstinence as a positive, healthy choice for individuals.
Participants learn assertiveness skills to help them communicate their decision to wait.
While we teach abstinence as a component in many of our workshops, we also offer it as
a stand-alone program.
"Not-Now" (Grades 5 & 6)
The "Not-Now" program is offered to students in Grades 5 & 6, and consists of
six interactive workshops. The purpose is to help young people delay first intercourse by
stressing abstinence as the best choice for them. Some parts of the program use video presentations.
Each session includes a question and answer period, and a question box is provided for students
wishing anonymity.
Parent-Child Retreats
Planned Parenthood's Parent-Child Retreats provide an opportunity for parents and young people
to get away together to learn how to communicate more effectively about sexuality. During these
day long retreats, parents and their children participate in activities, watch videos, and join
in discussions under the guidance of Planned Parenthood educators.
Puberty
Preteens and young teens need to understand the physical changes that occur during puberty and feel reassured
that what they're experiencing is perfectly normal. Our educators also help students cope with the
biological, emotional and social changes that go along with growing up.
Teen Pregnancy Prevention
In this program, we help participants explore the reasons teens become pregnant and help them understand the
differences a pregnancy would make in their lives. We cover teen pregnancy statistics and promote abstinence
as the preferred method of pregnancy prevention. If desired, the program can conclude with a quick overview
of birth control methods, or a video that shows an actual teen birth.
Birth Control
Our one-or two-part workshops help pre-teens understand their risk for pregnancy, debunk myths about teen pregnancy
and birth control, demonstrate birth control methods, and promote abstinence as the best way to avoid an unplanned
pregnancy. If needed, this presentation may begin with a review of the male and female reproductive anatomy and
the basics of conception. We review and demonstrate the variety of birth control methods, emphasizing those that
are most effective. We remind participants that their birth control method may not protect them from sexually
transmitted infections.
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
In this program, we help participants understand how easily sexually transmitted infections are spread, using a game
format and photo illustrations. We explain the various kinds of STIs and the symptoms that indicate
when an STI may be present. We identify risky behaviors and stress prevention methods, including correct condom use.
HIV/AIDS
HIV/AIDS may be covered as part of the STI workshop or given as a stand-alone presentation. In addition to providing factual
information about HIV and its transmission, the workshop helps participants understand that they, too, can be
at risk for the disease. We emphasize prevention, especially abstinence and correct condom use.
Sexual Harassment
Statistics show that many students are targets of sexual harassment. Our workshop defines harassment and clarifies
the difference between flirting and harassing. We also help students empathize with victims of harassment and
suggest ways to deal with harassment when it occurs.
Body Awareness
Through activities and videos, educators provide an overview of the male and female reproductive system. We
discuss the biological and physical functions of the human anatomy using proper terminology. Depending on your
program objectives, we may also cover fetal development and puberty.
Sexual Jeopardy
This program is a simulation of the Jeopardy game show with categories that focus on sexuality issues. It's a
fun way to review facts and present new information.
Dating & Relationships
What are relationships and how do they evolve? What qualities within a relationship are most important
to me? What are the responsibilities inherent in dating? Do males and females have different expectations
about relationships? These are some of the questions participants will address as they work through the
values clarification exercises in this workshop. Dating safety (date rape prevention) can also be included
in the workshop.
Child Sexual Abuse Awareness
After defining sexual abuse and reviewing rules for personal safety, our educators use role-playing to
help students practice safe responses to threatening situations. Students are encouraged to think of
trusted adults to whom they could turn if they ever experience abuse.
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