AB 452

Current law allows, but does not require, a school board to provide a human

growth and development instructional program in grades kindergarten to 12. If a

school board elects to provide such an instructional program, current law provides

a recommended instructional program that 1) presents medically accurate

information to pupils and addresses certain age-appropriate topics, including

reproductive and sexual anatomy and physiology, the benefits of and reasons for

abstaining from sexual activity, and how alcohol and drug use affect responsible

decision making; 2) addresses self-esteem and personal responsibility, positive

interpersonal skills, and healthy relationships; 3) addresses the positive connection

between marriage and parenting; 4) presents information about avoiding

stereotyping and bullying; and 5) identifies counseling, medical, and legal resources

for survivors of sexual abuse and assault. This bill incorporates the recommendation

related to identifying resources for survivors of sexual abuse and assault into a

broader recommendation to provide an age-appropriate curriculum on child sexual

abuse prevention that includes 1) instruction on specific topics and 2) providing

parents and guardians with facts and clear explanations related to child sexual

abuse topics.