Science-Based Curricula

Based on research by the National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy, we recommend the following “best practices” curricula. You can obtain specific information through the following publishers. Their web sites also carry detailed curriculum information.

High School-Age Curricula

Reducing the Risk
(Gr. 9-12)

• Features new foreword that reviews the most recent research showing that Reducing the Risk can lower students' risk for pregnancy, STD and HIV
• Includes updated statistics in teacher backgrounds and student lessons, plus a revamped design that's easier to read and use
• Proven effective
• Offers roleplays that help teens apply skills
• Includes background information, step-by-step procedures and 1 Student Workbook

ETR Associates
4 Carbonero Way
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
1-800-321-4407
www.etr.org

Safer Choices
(Gr. 9-12)

• Outlines keys to implementing the complete Safer Choices program including: setting up a School Health Promotion Council; teacher training and staff development; student involvement through a Peer Resource Team; and parent education
• Offers rationale, component overviews, selected training activities and agenda

ETR Associates
4 Carbonero Way
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
1-800-321-4407
www.etr.org

Middle School-Age Curricula

Making a Difference

An Abstinence-Based Approach to HIV/STDs and Teen Pregnancy Prevention

To reduce the risk for HIV/STDs and teen pregnancy, young adolescents not only need knowledge and perception of personal vulnerability but also positive attitudes and beliefs regarding abstinence, abstinence negotiation skills and confidence in their ability to abstain from sex. This curriculum is designed to meet those needs.

Select Media, Inc.
P.O. Box 1084
Harriman, NY 10926
1-800-707-6334
www.selectmedia.org

Draw the Line, Respect the Line
(Gr. 6 - 8)

• Features English/Spanish worksheets and a Latino-sensitive approach
• Stresses that postponing sexual activity is the best plan
• Covers setting limits to prevent HIV, STD and pregnancy
• Discusses social pressures, challenges to personal limits, and communication and refusal skills
• Evaluated in a research study
• Offers fun, interactive lessons
• Spanish worksheets are also available

ETR Associates
4 Carbonero Way
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
1-800-321-4407
www.etr.org

Making Proud Choices!

A Safer-Sex Approach to HIV/STDs and Teen Pregnancy Prevention

An eight module curriculum that provides young adolescents with the knowlege, confidence and skills necessary to reduce their risk of STDs, HIV and pregnancy by abstaining from sex or using condoms if they choose to have sex.

Select Media, Inc.
P.O. Box 1084
Harriman, NY 10926
1-800-707-6334
www.selectmedia.org

Appropriate for Middle and High School

Teen Outreach Program

The TOP curriculum, Changing Scenes, serves as a step-by-step guide for adults who facilitate the group discussion component of the Teen Outreach Program. Through the use of age-appropriate content, current educational “best practices,” and activities and materials that encourage hands-on learning, Changing Scenes helps young people navigate the difficult and sometimes threatening journey from adolescence to young adulthood. Cambios is the curriculum that guides the Spanish language version of TOP, TOP en Español.

Cornerstone Consulting Group, Inc.
One Greenway Plaza, Suite 550
Houston, TX 77046
(713) 627-2322
www.cornerstone.to/top