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7th Grade
Human Sexuality
Objectives- The student will be able to:
A. Explain the anatomy and physiology of the human reproductive system
a. Male: internal and external structures, sperm production, erection, ejaculation
b. Female: internal and external structures, egg maturation, ovulation, menstruation
B. **Apply personal and interpersonal skills to support sexual health (Values, decision making,
communication, assertiveness, conflict resolution, communication with parents/guardian)
C. **Review examples of sexual harassment and sexual assault
a. Strategies
b. Reporting
c. Interventions
D. **Explain the term abstinence and emphasize it as the healthiest behavior for youth
E. Define sexuality as a dimension of a person, not just sexual behavior
a. Role of family values in choosing abstinence
b. Reasons to abstain
F. **Describe the prevention, symptoms, and treatment of sexually transmitted infections to
include HIV/AIDS, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, HPV/genital warts, genital herpes, etc.
G. Explain the menstrual cycle and its relationship to conception and pregnancy
Notes:
Prior to beginning instruction on this sensitive topic, it is important to establish ground rules that
promote open and honest discussion and create a safe classroom environment for such discussion.
** All students will receive instruction in this area, regardless of whether or not they are enrolled in a Wellness
course. Most of these items are state mandated.