Students identify appropriate self care practices which become increasingly important as they go through puberty.

Students are introduced to the physical, emotional and social changes that take place during puberty.

Students explore how family, peers and the media influence how individuals interact in a given situation. 

Students discuss the changes that take place in relationships over time and identify feelings and strategies to help and cope with these changes.

Students investigate strategies that promote safe practices online.

Students develop an understanding of the parts and functions of the reproductive systems. This provides foundation knowledge for learning about about puberty, menstruation, conception and pregnancy.