April 14, 2009 – Parent Meeting
Human Growth and
Development
Program Guidelines
Waunakee Community School District
Tonight’s Staff
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Chris Hetzel, Building Principal
Lynn Blackbourn, School Counselor
Janae Grunow, School Counselor
Jill Statz, Grade 5 Teacher
Stacy Starin, Grade 6 Teacher
As Calvin Sees Things...
Human Growth and
Development Philosophy
 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.
 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.
 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.
A Partnership With
Parents/Guardians
TEAM WORK!!!!
 The school’s role is to teach human
growth and development and to
facilitate communication between
home and school
 The parent’s role is to share, explain,
and infuse family values.
 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
 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)
Guidelines for Staff and
Outside Resource Persons
 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.
 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.
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.
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.
Human Growth and
Development Objectives
Grade 5
Media Materials Used
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Video: Teen Hygiene
Video: Disney Boys & Disney Girls
Supplemental worksheets
Supplemental charts
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.
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.
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.
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 else’s blood – tell an
adult or use a barrier (such as a non-latex glove).
Human Growth and
Development Objectives
Grade 6
Media Used
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Video – AIDS: Facts for Kids
Video – 3,2,1 Contact: What Kids Need…
Video – Who Am I Now
Supplemental worksheets
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.
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.
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)
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 else’s blood – tell adult or
use a barrier (such as a non-latex glove).
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.
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 child’s homeroom teacher if you are unclear on
anything related to this unit.