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Tomorrow, the Worcester School Committee plans to vote on an abstinence-based sex ed program known as the “Michigan Model.” The curriculum does not include lessons about affirmative consent, how to prevent pregnancy, and LGBTQ youth. (1/5) #SexEd
Our children need programs at school that offer the tools and information that will help them make smart decisions about their health and relationships, especially at a time when Worcester is going through an increase in STD/STI and birth rates. (2/5) #SexEd
In Worcester County, the total number and rates of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis has climbed steadily since 2015. In 2017, there were 2,733 reported cases of chlamydia, 720 reported cases of gonorrhea, and 82 reported cases of syphilis. (3/5) #SexEd
Our city has one of the highest teen birth rates in the state with 13.2 births per 1,000 teen girls. According to Worcester city data, 9% of middle schoolers are engaging in sexual intercourse. Of that 9%, 38% said either they or their partner did not use a condom. (4/5) #SexEd
The Michigan Model has not been proven effective in helping teens delay sex/reduce STI rates. We must provide young folks information proven to make a difference in their lives. Fill out this form to join the effort to vote NO on the Michigan Model: bit.ly/worcester-open… (5/5)
