Sex And Our Schools

Today I saw something on my FB timeline from one of the news channels in my area about if we think there should be an opt-in or opt-out option for sex education classes.  I read the different comments from people and there is mixed feelings. This is one of the sensitive topics that I hear about. I've read/heard all concerns and feelings. Some make some good points but I feel there is only one answer, keep sex education in the class rooms and don't give the option to take the class or not.

I agree 100%  that parents should be the one to teach their kids about sex. Problem is, not all parents do this for whatever reason. When this happens, kids/teens turn to other things/people to get their info. This is very dangerous. Since not all parents talk to their kids about sex, I think it should be taught in schools. I have also been hearing stories about some of the topics that are discussed in these class rooms and if condoms should be in middle and high schools.

Some of the things that the sex educators talk about, shouldn't be discussed or how they say things or even put in their own thoughts about something. They need to stick to the basic; how pregnancy happens, disease, the feelings and changes teenagers go through and that it's ok to have them, rape, what it takes to to take care of a baby (and details like with money and how much diapers a baby goes through etc etc) and a second part of the class a parenting class; first aid, how to change a diaper etc etc. The teacher should also know how to teach things that will make everyone feel comfortable about it especially if the kids have questions. 

As for condoms being in the schools, yes they need to be. It won't make kids want to have sex and it's not giving them the ok to do it. It simply says "If you're going to have sex, protect yourself and wear a condom." Teens will always find a way to have sex if they really wanted to no matter what we say. It is our job to teach them the dangers of it and hope they listen. If condoms were more available to them and to where they could get them without feeling embarrassed or fear of their parents finding out, I think more kids/teens would wear them. Not all but more.

Sex is a part of life. More kids are not having sex than back in the old days, we are just more aware that it goes on because it's talked about more. We need to stop being so scared to tell our kids about sex, the difference between boys and girls, the changes they go through, the different types of sex and so on. They are not going to die or be harmed in any way. The more they know, the better of a chance they have of protecting themselves. Let them know it's nothing to be ashamed of. To respect themselves and the people they choose to be with. I would rather have my kids learn from me and a class then from their friends and possibly get the wrong info, get pregnant and/or a STD.