A small part of the Health and Physical Education Curriculum
The Thorncliffe Park area of our city has been in the media the last week or so because of a boycott by parents against the new provincial sex curriculum. I have been a Trustee representing our community for many years and I am acutely aware of the hopes and dreams that parents have for their children. Country of origin, social-economic background,achieved level of education plays no role in what parent aspire for their children. All parents want their children to grow up to be successful in school and to have healthy relationships that lead to a successful lives.
The TDSB works hard to make sure the adults who work with children carry out this goal. Teachers and principals are sensitive to our communities- the concerns of parents as well as the sophistication of their students-and they are well aware of their responsibility as professionals. I ask those who have kept their children home to allow the teachers to meet with you and talk about the new Sex Education curriculum from the province. If your children stay home from school you could be putting your children’s success in school at risk.
Do You Have Questions about the Health and Physical Education Curriculum? Before the curriculum is taught, our principals will be available to parents to discuss how the sexual component will be presented in your child’s school. Remember the sexual health section is a very small component of a much larger curriculum and will consist of 3-5 lessons the entire year.
Myths vs. Facts Revised Curriculum for Health and Physical Education, Grades 1 to 12
Key Messages Curriculum: www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/curriculum/elementary/health.html
Parent Guide: www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/curriculum/elementary/HPEguideRev.pdf
Elementary Curriculum: www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/curriculum/elementary/health1to8.pdf
Secondary: www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/curriculum/secondary/health9to12.pdf
Provincial Comparison Summary
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