The Standard may provide for instruction in the issues of physical education, human immunodeficiency virusand acquired immune deficiency syndrome education, violence prevention, including teen dating violence, bullying prevention,conflict resolution and drug, alcohol and tobacco abuse prevention

"Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to make effective personal decisions that promote their emotional, sexual, and reproductive health." p.4

Reproduction/Sexuality involves physical development, emotions, and social elements. Instruction incorporates aspects of biology, psychology, sociology, literature, the arts, and philosophy.

The study of Reproduction/Sexuality provides young people with the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed choices. It addresses decisions about abstaining from and postponing sexual intercourse. Knowledge about how to avoid sexually transmitted infections that endanger one's health and well being as well as that of a partner is an important component of instruction. Communication skills can support such decisions. Addressing Reproduction/Sexuality in an appropriate and factual fashion leads to informed young people, increasing the likelihood of students making healthy decisions. It is particularly important in Reproduction/Sexuality to consider developmental appropriateness. Topics generally covered in Reproduction/Sexuality include: Development and Wellness.