LIFESMART YOUTH CURRICULUM
Rights, Respect, Responsibility (3Rs)
Pregnancy & STI Prevention
Grades 7-12 | 5 sessions (1 hour per session)
ONLY
50%
OF INDIANA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS who ARE SEXUALLY ACTIVE USE PROPER PROTECTION
Rights, Respect, Responsibility (3Rs) is an evidence-informed curriculum that provides middle school and high school students with the knowledge, confidence, and skills necessary to prevent teen pregnancy and the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), while stressing the importance of respect for self and others. Aligned with the National Sexuality Education Standards and the Indiana Academic Standards for Grades K–12 Health and Wellness, 3Rs is a five-session program that is medically accurate, age-appropriate, and designed to be free of social bias. By respecting young people’s right to honest, comprehensive sexual health education, 3Rs helps foster responsibility and empowers students to make safe and healthy choices.
Curriculum Overview
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Name at least one physical, social, and emotional change young people go through during adolescence
Describe the purpose of puberty and the basic structures and functions in the male and female reproductive systems
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Define sexual intercourse as it relates to pregnancy
Examine the key phases of the menstrual cycle and their relationship to pregnancy and pregnancy prevention
Discuss fertilization and reproduction through the use of animations and videos that examine the stages of fetal development from conception to birth
Define sexual abstinence as the only 100% effective way to prevent pregnancy and STIs
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Discuss various contraception methods and their uses
Discuss the impact and effectiveness of correct and consistent use of pregnancy prevention methods and whether they offer protection against sexually transmitted infections
Describe the typical gap between the onset of sexual feelings, the decision to engage in sexual activity, and the desire to start a family, emphasizing the importance of making informed, responsible choices regarding sexual behavior and prevention strategies
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Define STIs, including HIV/AIDS
Name at least three common STIs, general symptoms, and how they are transmitted
Compare sexual behaviors that put people at high, low, or no risk for STIs
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Review key processes, concepts, and terms covered in the program on sexual health education
Identify at least two resources that contain additional medically accurate information about puberty and sexual health education and support for young people their age
Discuss effective communication, consent, and setting boundaries
Indiana Academic Standards Met:
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Indiana Code § 20-30-5-13 states, “when sexuality education is taught, abstinence from sexual activity outside of marriage must be stressed. Instruction must teach that abstinence outside of marriage and a mutually monogamous relationship inside of marriage are the best ways to avoid out-of-wedlock pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, and other associated health problems.” LifeSmart Youth adheres to Indiana’s legal requirements in our abstinence-based programs. We also utilize the medically accurate definition of abstinence as “not engaging in vaginal, oral, or anal sex.” In accordance with Indiana law SB442, parents of the youth served by LifeSmart Youth are provided “Opt-Out” consent forms for the Human Growth & Development and 3Rs programs.
I was worried that this class was going to be super awkward, but you made everything sound so normal.
— 7th Grade GirlOur Instructional Flow
Guardian Consent Forms are sent home with the student twice prior to the start of the class in compliance with Indiana code.
Students are assessed on their entry-level knowledge of the curriculum subject during the first session.
Students complete an exit survey to assess their understanding of the course content.
Review assessments and feedback to ensure programs continue meeting the needs of both teachers and students.
We distribute our “24/7” LSY resource cards to all participants on the last day of programming.
Students complete all five sessions over the course of the program. Our Health Educator will ensure a safe environment where questions are encouraged.
Meet Our Health Educators
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Danielle Bechtold
Adolescent Health Educator
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Hannah Rapp
Adolescent Health Educator
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Kathy Lesch
Adolescent Health Educator
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Madison Good
Adolescent Health Educator
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Lindsey Welch
Adolescent Health Educator
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