Towards Maturity

by McMillen Health

Youth will learn about the physical, emotional, and social changes that occur during the journey to adulthood. Concepts presented are qualities to look for in a friend, self-respect, and empathy for others. A review of male and female reproductive systems and their organs are featured. The benefits of abstinence and emotional maturity are promoted as foundations to guide students through adolescence.

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Cost

Point to Point: $210.00
Point to Point Premium: $195.00

Schedule 5 of the same program on the same day and one will be free! Please include a purchase order number when you submit a reservation. Bridging fees will be paid by the customer. An invoice will be sent after successful delivery of each program. A 1.5% late charge will be added 30 days after the invoice date. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours prior to your confirmed videoconference date to avoid billing. Payment is due in full upon receipt of the invoice. Checks should be made to McMillen Health in US Dollars. Non-payment will result in the denial of further registration from your organization.

Length

45 minutes

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) 6, 7, ParentPublic Library: Library Patrons

Minimum participants:

Maximum participants:

For optimum interactivity, we suggest no more than 35 students but there is no absolute maximum.

Primary Disciplines

Family & Consumer Science, Health/Physical Education

Program Delivery Mode

Videoconference – Webcam/desktop (Zoom, Google Meet, Cisco WebEx, GoToMeeting, Microsoft Teams, etc...)

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Provider's Cancellation Policy

A full fee will be charged to sites that cancel with less than 24 hours notice. We will not charge for programs cancelled due to natural causes or if there are technical problems that do not allow a connection.

About This Provider

McMillen Health

Fort Wayne, IN
United States

McMillen Health provides health education to over 60,000 youth and adults a year. Our professional health educators are experts in the health education field and are prepared to answer any questions your students can think of! Create excitement and encourage youth to make healthy lifestyle choices when you participate in one of our programs. When you partner with McMillen Health, we provide up-to-date, engaging and fun-filled programs that were developed to align with the National Health Education Standards and the Indiana Health and Wellness Standards. Our programs add to, and reinforce, your lesson plans. Schedule 4 programs in one day and receive the 5th free!

Contact:
Twila Smith
schedule@mcmillenhealth.org
8882407268

Program Details

Format

1. This program begins with a look at the outward changes of puberty.
2. We then discuss the changes that occur on the inside of the body during puberty and will include a look at the male and female reproductive system.
3. We view a video to explain menstruation.
4. Students will participate in activities to explore the emotional changes, empathy, friendship development, and choices surrounding adolescents.
5. Time is allowed for questions and answers.

Objectives

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

1. Define adolescence as an important stage of life.
2. Identify normal physical changes that occur during adolescence.
3. Name the hormones produced by the testicles and ovaries.
4. Identify the organs of the reproductive system and their function.
5. Define conception.
6. Identify physical and emotional advantages of sexual abstinence.
7. List three important qualities of a friend.
8. Define empathy.
9. Explain the importance of treating others with respect.
10. Identify that feelings towards others change during adolescence and adulthood.

Standards Alignment

National Standards

National Health Education Standards 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7.
Visit www.mcmillenhealth.org for more information or call (888) 240-7268.

State Standards

Please see our website at www.mcmillenhealth.org for the alignment to the Indiana Health and Wellness Standards as well as the US National Health Education Standards.