Dear Mr Eggen,
Have you heard of the movement to keep kids home from public schools today, April 23? It is part of an international protest concerning the disturbing nature of the newest changes to sex ed curriculum. Check out:
sexedsitout.com
Here are comments from a mom and blogger:
“Why are our tax dollars going to pay for curriculums and resources that teach dangerous and promiscuous behaviors which most parents find morally abhorrent and the CDC [Centers for Disease Control] has stated are a health risk?” questioned Elizabeth Johnston, viral activist blogger and concerned mother. “Furthermore, why aren’t administrators being transparent with parents about the content of sexuality resources? It’s as if they have something to hide. That should frighten parents everywhere.” (This comes from the sexedsitout.com website.)
I see that one of these protests is being planned for Calgary. I wonder how many parents will end up there?
I think many people are starting to notice gaping holes in the logic of sexual education. For example, in the realm of eating, anorexia and bulimia tell us there is a problem concerning food and perception. These behaviors don't get considered as part of the 'range of normal' in terms of eating habits. So too with the sexual appetite; there can be problematic expressions. Some sexual behavior is laden with risk of very negative consequences. Contrary to popular opinion, not all sexual expression is good and loving. How is it that our society recognizes disorders in eating, but none whatsoever in sexual matters?
We must acknowledge the need for healthy boundaries, especially in sexual behavior. When health curriculum in our schools goes back to teaching these boundaries of respect, we can hope to have happier and healthier youth.
Sincerely,
Catherine van Kampen
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