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Teacher and Administrator Guide: Growing Up and Staying Safe

Grades K - 12 Health

This document provides teachers and school leaders with essential information about programming and teaching required HIV lessons using Growing Up and Staying Safe: New York City K-12 HIV Education Curriculum, updated in 2023. The guide includes background and guiding principles, and the following sections: 

  • Programming Guidance for Administrators 
  • Family Engagement 
  • How to Use This Curriculum 
  • Teaching Strategies and Tips 
  • Laws and Policies 
  • Appendices 
Audience:
TeacherAdministrator
Educational Use:
Curriculum/Instruction
Programs:
Office of School Wellness Programs

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