I feel parents have the bulk of responsibility in teaching our kids about sex, alcohol, drugs, violence, respect, tolerance, diversity...etc. The schools can reinforce and add to what they learn by helping to educate them to the facts as well. I have always been very open and honest (age appropriate) with my son and I am very proud of the values he has chosen for himself (He is 16 yrs old now). I presented the information to him and let him know I was available anytime he had questions. I didn't TELL him what to do or what not to do...I just gave him plenty of information to make good choices...
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So far he has made very choices. *knock on wood*