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Sex Education
Student Health
May 9, 2019

California approves new guidance for teaching sex education

The sex education recommendations are part of the state's overall health education framework approved by the board and have generated fierce opposition from conservative religious groups.

David Washburn
Student Health
May 6, 2019

Conservative religious groups targeting California’s sex education guidance

With the State Board of Education set to vote on new teaching guidelines, groups have launched an aggressive effort to remove recommendations focused on LGBTQ inclusiveness and others they deem too explicit for young students.

David Washburn
Student Well-Being
September 13, 2018

Most districts complying with California’s sex ed law, but resistance remains

The vast majority of large urban districts statewide have implemented the 2015 California Healthy Youth Act. Yet uproar over the landmark law has garnered headlines in a few places, most notably Orange County.

David Washburn
Student Health
December 7, 2015

Stop motion: What are California schools teaching about sexual health?

Gov. Jerry Brown recently signed a law that will make sexual education mandatory for students in grades 7 through 12. Here’s what led up to the law and how it’s being implemented in the classroom.

Tiffany Lew
Curriculum
October 1, 2015

Sex ed to become mandatory in grades 7-12 in California

The course will combine education on sexual health and HIV prevention.

Jane Meredith Adams