Our Whole Lives: Lifespan Sexuality Education Curricula

Our Whole Lives (OWL) is a set of curricula about family, relationships, sexuality and society, at levels appropriate for learners from Kindergarten age through adults. It was developed jointly by the Unitarian Universalist Association and the United Church of Christ for use in both denominations. For a fuller overview of the program, see the UUA Web site.

Although they were developed by two religious organizations, the curricula contain no religious references or doctrine and are offered as classes separate from our regular Sunday morning religious education. The program’s values are self-worth, individual responsibility, health, and social justice. Our teachers not only relay relevant, honest information, but aid students in developing the skills needed to clarify their values and improve their personal decision-making skills.

We strive to offer individual OWL classes every other year as well as a coming of age program in conjunction with a Parent Connection Group. We have trained facilitators in our congregation for the school-aged children’s curricula: Kindergarten-Grade 1, Grades 4-6, Grades 7-9, and Senior OWL (Grade 10-12).

If you are interested in enrolling your child in an Our Whole Lives class or in training to be a facilitator, email info@grandriverunitarian.ca.

Reference:

Reflections from 16 year old girl who attended OWL Program