Outline of the state of Connecticut
State
Connecticut
Non-codified policy only

Category
Sexual Health Education Abstinence—MS

Category
Sexual Health Education Abstinence—MS

Topic is not addressed in state statutes or regulations, but is addressed in non-codified policy.

Abstinence-Only Education Initiative

This page describes an abstinence-only education program aimed at youth aged 9 to 14 years.

Policy Type
Non-codified

Healthy and Balanced Living Curriculum Framework (2006)

Comprehensive School Health Education Content Standard 1: Core Concepts Curricular Outcome: Students will comprehend concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention to enhance health. Concepts include but are not limited to: human growth and development, community and environmental health, human sexuality, injury and disease prevention, HIV/AIDS, sexually-transmitted diseases, mental and emotional health, nutrition and physical activity, and alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. By Grade 8, students will: M.1.11. Define abstinence, explain the value of postponing sexual activity, identify the methods of contraception and the effectiveness of each

Policy Type
Non-codified