Here is the letter that went home with your child:
Dear Stowe School Families,
The 5th grade students are about to study an
important lesson on the early stages of puberty. During the week of February 8th the
students will be viewing the video Always Changing which has specific
topics concerning puberty for both boys and girls. The boys and the girls will
be in separate classrooms for their lessons. The boys will be viewing the boy’s
video with the male 5th grade teachers while the girls will be
viewing the girl’s video with the female 5th grade teachers.
The focus of the lesson helps boys and girls to:
·
Understand the physical and emotional changes
they experience during puberty and
acknowledge these changes as a normal part of growth and development
·
Learn the physiology of their bodies and correct
terminology for the parts of the reproductive system
·
Understand that personal hygiene is each
individual’s responsibility
The students will be given a puberty education booklet so
you can continue the discussions with your child at home. You can preview the
video we will show at: www.pgschoolprograms.com/parents.php
.
Thank you for allowing us to help your child through this
important stage in their lives. Please call or email if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Jean Skorapa, Principal, Linda
Morris, RN, School Nurse
