Moving Into the Teen Years - Year 5

Puberty is a time of growth and change which is both exciting and confusing. MITTY 5 is age-appropriate relationships and sexuality education, introducing students to the physical, emotional, and social changes that occur with puberty.

Curriculum aligned, MITTY 5 is designed to enhance self-esteem by encouraging open and guided conversations on how everyone experiences things differently. Fostering positive management strategies to nurture their sense of self and healthy relationships.

Benefits

Students attending MITTY 5 will:

• gain knowledge, learning about their bodies and the changes they'll experience through puberty


• be empowered, they'll have the freedom to ask question receiving accurate answers in real time to help dispel myths and misconceptions


• improve their self-esteem, feeling more confident to maintain respectful and healthy relationships by learning about effective communication and conflict resolution strategies


• be encouraged to continue discussions with trusted adults at home, supported by workbooks and at-home activities

Learning Outcomes

Learning outcomes for MITTY 5 include current and age-appropriate information about:

• individual differences, correct names for body parts and their function


• consent and how to keep their bodies safe


• physical development and emotional changes through puberty


• boundaries and safety in relationships


• healthy and unhealthy relationships