Debated Kansas sex education policy and standards
Lawmaker proposes opt in for sex education reversing Lawrence district policy allowing opt out. Lawrence shifts from abstinence only to comprehensive topics including anatomy, puberty, contraception, orientation, and safe relationships. Experts warn abstinence focused programs leave students ill prepared for adult life and healthy relationships.
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Kansas University
Sex ed debate in Lawrence schools stirs reader poll
YOUR VIEW poll results show 75 percent approve middle and high school sex ed, 17 percent call it incomplete, 4 percent deem it too graphic, with 4 percent finding it inappropriate. A Shawnee County figure pushes parental opt in and harsher penalties for educators over material. The poster asked how people express sexual feelings with options like oral sex and cuddling.
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Shawnee
WellCommons health community site overview
WellCommons.com is an online health and wellness community affiliated with the Lawrence Journal-World and sponsored by Lawrence Memorial Hospital. The site serves as a news and social platform where users discuss health topics, share personal stories, post events, form groups, and participate in forums. Contact Jason Kendall at jkendall ljworld.com or 785-832-7228.
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Double Take Dr Wes Crenshaw and Kendra Schwartz
Dr Wes Crenshaw and Kendra Schwartz headline a double feature in a local profile piece. The article highlights their careers, community work, and the impact of their collaboration on the town’s healthcare and outreach programs.
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Kendra Schwartz
Dating Across Faith Sparks Parental Dissent Advice
A teen asks how to date outside their faith when a parent opposes it. The column advises frank talks with family about beliefs, notes risks if faith strongly guides careerns, and suggests morality can guide actions beyond religion while warning about potential complications in cross faith relationships.
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Kansas
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