Name: 50 Pts

Fill in your response to the questions on the left side of the page. Then, interview a parent about his or her opinion and you write the response on the right side of the page. The parent you interview must sign the bottom of the page to verify working with you. Remember to explain your opinions. What content from R rated movies do you think is inappropriate for 7 th graders to watch? Why do you think some 7 th graders wear revealing or “sexy” clothing? What content from R rated movies do you think is inappropriate for 7 th graders to watch?

What does it mean to you for someone to have a steady boyfriend or girlfriend? Do you think it is ok for a middle school student to have a boyfriend or girlfriend? What does it mean to you for someone to have a steady boyfriend or girlfriend? Do you think it is ok for a middle school student to have a boyfriend or girlfriend? Parent Signature:

Do you think it is important for there to be chaperones at school dances? Why? Is it appropriate for 7 th graders to be “sexting”? Why not? (sexting = the act of sending sexual explicit messages or photos electronically, usually between cell phones). Do you think it is important for there to be chaperones at school dances? Why? Is it appropriate for 7 th graders to be “sexting”? Why not? (sexting = the act of sending sexual explicit messages or photos electronically, usually between cell phones).

What should a middle school student do if he or she receives a sexually explicit IM or from an anonymous or unknown sender? Do you think there is a right age for someone to have sex? What should a middle school student do if he or she receives a sexually explicit IM or from an anonymous or unknown sender? Do you think there is a right age for someone to have sex? Parent Signature:

Do you know the age at which a person in CT can legally consent to sex? If so, what is it? Do you think open communication about sex- related topics is important between parents and teens? Do you know the age at which a person in CT can legally consent to sex? If so, what is it? Do you think open communication about sex- related topics is important between parents and teens?

Parent Signature: Please list up to 3 sexually transmitted diseases (STD’s). What bodily fluids transfer these diseases from person to person? What should a child do when he or she feels that a trusted adult in their life (teacher, parent, coach, religious leader, etc.) is acting inappropriate and it is making them feel uncomfortable?

What makes a healthy relationship? Choose two qualities and describe why you believe they are important. How would you know that you are in an unhealthy relationship? What would be some warning signs that you are involved with someone that you shouldn’t be?

Parent Signature: Can a girl get pregnant the first time she has vaginal sex? What is the only choice an individual can make to prevent pregnancy?

STUDENT QUESTIONS 1. Were you nervous prior to talking to your parent? Why or why not? 2. What parent did you choose to interview and why? 3. Which question was the most difficult to ask? Why? 4. Did any of your parent’s responses surprise you? Which ones? Why? 5. During your discussion with your parent, did you talk about anything else relating to human sexuality? Is so, what? 6. Rate the communication between you and your parents: (1) = poor, (5)= excellent Before Interview: _____ During Interview: _____ After Interview: _____ Explain your reasoning for each:

1. Have you spoken with your child prior to this interview about any of the topics discussed in the interview? Please circle which ones: R-Rated Movies Adolescent Dating Teenage Sex Clothing Issues Safe Use of Technology 2. During your interview with your child, did you talk about anything else related to Human Sexuality? If so, what? 3. Are there any questions/topics that you feel should be added to this project? PARENT QUESTIONS It is the belief of the IAR Health Department that parent-child communication is a vital part of adolescent development. Your child is growing up fast and with each passing day he or she is becoming more aware of certain topics that were previously never given a second thought. As health teachers, we are aware that sometimes it is difficult to find a way to broach the subject of sex with your child. This Parent Interview Project was designed to give you an opportunity to talk with your child about sex and other issues related to the topic. We appreciate your support and cooperation in our endeavor. Please complete the questions below; we value your feedback!