“OWL”
Our Whole Lives
Grade Appropriate Courses in Sexuality Education
Click here for the Sr. 'OWL' pamphlet/registration form.
WHAT Is "Our Whole Lives"?
Our Whole Lives (OWL) is a series of sexuality education curricula for five age groups: grades K-l, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12 and adults. The program provides accurate information and Unitarian Universalist values for children, youth, adults, and families.
The upcoming course is for grades 10-12.
OWL is based on the philosophy of comprehensive sexuality education, which helps participants make informed and responsible decisions about their sexual health and behavior. Grounded in a holistic view of sexuality, OWL provides not only facts but also helps participants clarify their values, build skills and understand the spiritual, emotional, social, and political aspects of sexuality as well.
OWL, led by a male/female leadership team, uses a variety of media and interactions within a confidential group setting to respond to the expressed concerns of the participants.
WHO ARE THE FACILITATORS?
There are teams of two facilitators for the course. The co-leaders have completed intensive training for the OWL curricula provided by the UU Metro District. Each is a member of a Unitarian Universalist congregation.
WHO SPONSORS OWL?
This course is sponsored by the Long Island Area Council (LIAC) of Unitarian Universalist Societies, supported by dues from the 12 UU societies on Long Island.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR Our Whole Lives?
Any youth in grades 10-12 who is associated with a Long Island UU society. Due to the sensitive nature of the course material, please consider the maturity level or your youth.
WHAT DOES IT COST?
The fee for the course will be $125, payable by the first session. Please speak to your local religious educator if this poses a financial hardship.
WHEN IS THE COURSE?
The OWL program will involve five four-hour meetings, depending upon the needs of the group, at local Long Island congregations on Sundays. Class dates will include March 28, April 11, April 25, May 2 and last session date to be determined.
There will be a mandatory parent/guardian meeting on March 21, 2010 at SNUUC in Freeport at 3:00 pm. At this time, an overview of the curriculum will be presented and course material will be available for perusal. There will be an opportunity for questions. The parental role as primary sexuality educator is honored and it is vital that your understanding and support is provided.
HOW DOES ONE REGISTER?
To register, complete the registration form, have your religious educator sign the form, include a refundable deposit of $25, and mail the completed form by March 8.
Bernie Kaplan, LIAC Administrator
3688 Berne Road
Wantagh, NY 11793
(516) 781-4319
bkaplan66@optimum.net
The $100 balance for the course is due at the first session. Make checks payable to “LIAC” with “OWL” on the memo line.
WHAT ARE THE OBLIGATIONS?
Those who choose to take OWL are making some simple commitments:
-At least one parent/guardian will attend the
orientation meeting to better understand the course;
-The participant will attend all of the scheduled
sessions and be on time;
-The participants and parents will abide by the rules of
the group concerning confidentiality and respect.
The leaders will be available to discuss the course during the duration of the sessions, while respecting the confidentiality of the participants.
Click here for registration form.
Click here for convenant form.
March 8 Application Deadline
March 21 3:00 pm
Orientation meeting for parent/guardians
Program Meetings: Sundays
March 28
April 11
April 25
May 2
Last session date to be determined
LOCATIONS and TIMES to be determined