St Catherine’s and St Paul’s have engaged Cath McCallig to support parents in the area of Sex Education for children. Cath is a teacher, theatre in education presenter, and more recently, as a sexuality educator with Family Life Victoria. Cath is now branching out on her own and offering our parents the opportunity to attend a family evening at St Paul’s. 

When: Wednesday 20 November

Where: St Paul’s Hall

There are two sessions being offered, these sessions are attended by children and their adult(s) and are an opportunity to discuss the topics listed. The sessions are designed to be fun and informal.

Session 1 Families, Bodies and Babies. - is usually attended by Years 3/4 families- 6pm - 7 pm.

*Ideas of what makes a family are shared. *Similarities and differences in male and female bodies are looked at. *Body parts are named and the term ‘private parts’ discussed as a lead-in to keeping ourselves safe. *Conception, foetal development and birth are discussed. This will include a brief and basic explanation of sexual intercourse. 

Session 2 Puberty: Growing and Changing - (Puberty: Growing and Changing) is usually attended by Years 5/6 families -7:15 - 8:15 pm

*The Who ,What, When and Why of Puberty (including the pituitary gland and hormones). *A quick recap of body parts and their names for those who didn’t attend Session 1 *The physical, social and emotional changes of puberty are discussed allowing time for students to talk with their attending adult(s) about management strategies. *The gender specific changes are explained and again, students have the opportunity to discuss management with their adults. 

Cost: $20 per family for one session, $25 per family for 2 sessions. 

Please refer to the link below for bookings. I hope many families take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.

Booking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/BGDTR