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OWL (Our Whole Lives), a comprehensive sex education class.

Is it time for "the talk?" Don't let the internet be the teacher.

Arlington Community Education is proud to offer Our Whole Lives (OWL), a comprehensive sexuality education class. "The talk" is more important now than ever.

The program equips teens with accurate, age-appropriate information and skills to help them lead sexually healthy, positive, and responsible lives. Grounded in a holistic view of sexuality, OWL addresses a wide range of topics including body image, relationships, social media/Internet, sexual orientation,
gender identity, sexually transmitted infections, birth control, and cultural influences on sexuality. Through engaging activities and discussions, OWL helps teens to clarify their own values and to build their interpersonal skills. Our Whole Lives is used nationwide in a variety of community settings including
schools, youth-serving agencies, and faith-based communities. Although developed by two religious organizations, OWL is completely secular and contains no religious doctrine. To learn more about OWL, visit www.uua.org/re/owl. Note: This program includes a mandatory parent meeting on Wednesday, September 26th. We ask that students commit to attending the full 14-week program. Meets at Arlington High School.

14 Wednesdays, October 3 - January 23 (no class 10/31, 11/21, 12/26) 6:30-8:30 pm $335

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To register for Our Whole Lives or call 781-316-3568

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