The mission of Health Curriculum is to give students the resources they need to be healthy individuals. Research shows that healthy, fit kids learn best, and that exercise has a positive impact on brain chemistry and function. Granite School District adheres to the state and federal laws for wellness. All students in Granite School District will learn about the importance of nutrition, wellness, avoidance of substances that are harmful to developing bodies, and disease prevention and the impact of their choices on their health and well-being. They will be taught the skills they need to make good, healthy choices that will impact their lives in a positive manner.
The USBE provides information on the health core standards as well as the sex education policies and guidelines.
Sex Education Committee
The Sex Education Committee is required by state law and functions on a rotational basis. The Committee reviews materials which teachers would like to use in their classes that are not on the district approved list. The Committee is made up of district administration, school administrators, school nurses, psychologists, district health specialists, PTA representatives, K-12 teachers, and parents.
The Granite School District’s Sex Education Committee meets to discuss programs that deal with sex education and then votes to approve or disapprove of having those programs available for teachers to use in their classrooms.
If you are interested in being a member of this committee, please contact Jenny Grosh 385-646-4641
Sex Education curriculum under review:
All materials must have a formal review period prior to any adoption by the board. Public feedback on proposed curriculum may be submitted via email or phone to Jenny Grosh.
The board is accepting public comment on the following proposed curriculum:
Fifth Grade Boys Maturation Video
Fifth Grade Girls Maturation Video
Public Feedback on Proposed Curriculum
Information to Help Protect your Children
Talking to your children about staying safe on the Internet is important. Being aware of your children’s Internet use and activities can better ensure your family’s safety while using the World Wide Web.
Please review this brochure with information on how to protect your children from Internet Crimes. Internet Crimes Against Children Brochure
GSD Maturation Program Guidelines
Instructional materials used in courses or programs dealing with sex education not included in the Utah State Board of Education Recommended Instructional Materials Searchable database must be submitted to the Granite District Sex Education Committee for review and approval. Materials may be submitted for consideration throughout the year to Jenny Grosh, in the Curriculum and Instruction Department, 385-646-4641. The committee convenes biannually in the fall and spring to consider materials and solicit Board of Education approval on its recommendations for the following academic year. Please direct any inquiries on currently approved materials or the materials review process to Jenny Grosh.
Maturation Program Guidelines– Updated January 2020
Sample Maturation Parent Permission Letter (English)
Sample Maturation Parent Permission Letter (Spanish)
Proposed Elementary Maturation Programs
These programs are under review for approval to be used in Granite District elementary maturation programs. Please view the files and refer any comments or concerns to Jenny Grosh.
Elementary Schools Approved Maturation Programs
Carrie Ann Kemp, Director, BetterBirth, LLC
Phone: 801-404-8085
Email: carrie@betterbirth.com
Classroom Presentation: PowerPoint
These files are provided for preview purposes; use of materials without the express permission of the provider constitutes plagiarism.
Fee: $200
Brad Wilcox
Email: brad_wilcox@byu.edu
Video of Presentation: https://youtu.be/UEBO_xiQph0
This presentation is for boys only.
Fee: $200
Planned Parenthood Maturation Presentation
Annabelle Sheinberg
Phone: 385-232-3895
Website: Growing Up Comes First
These files are provided for preview purposes; use of materials without the express permission of the provider constitutes plagiarism.
Fee: None
Birds and the Bees Association
Jim Kelly
Phone: 801-484-1426
All materials approved
Birds and Bees Overview
Birds and Bees Boys Maturation Program
Birds and Bees Girls Maturation Program
These files are provided for preview purposes; use of materials without the express permission of the provider constitutes plagiarism.
Fee: $150
Jordan School District Maturation Presentation
A.J. Walkowski, R.N
Phone: 385-267-7067
Email: Ajw9653@yahoo.com
Boy’s Granite Maturation Program
Girl’s Maturation Program-Granite
These files are provided for preview purposes; use of materials without the express permission of the provider constitutes plagiarism.
Fee: $125
To print out pamphlets, contact Granite School District Printing Services at 385-646-4556
(.31 each, cost paid for by the school).