Tools - For educators and parents

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Parent Support for Sex Ed: Building Community Support - This 6-page PDF is an evidence-based tool for parents building community understanding of and support for high-quality, sexuality education at school as well as at home. 

Breaking through on identity-based bullying and aggression - This 2-page PDF shows that Minnesota students are reporting being bullied at school in high numbers, and outlines action steps for adults to ensure school is a safe place. 
 
Transgender and gender non-conforming high school students (TGNC) experience health disparities - This website explains the emerging research and shares how you can help.  

Implementation Evaluation of Whole School Restorative Practices - This report on evaluation indicators, methods, and measures from UMN’s partnership with St. Paul Public Schools to implement RP can help your district take the next step.

Minnesota Adolescent Sexual Health Report (ASHR) - Analyze the most recent Minnesota youth sexual health data and trends, and MN’s role relative to its regional and national peers, and serve youth better. 

CDC resources for parents of adolescents - This website offers wide-ranging resources that can help you learn how to guide your teen to become a healthy and productive adult.

AAP resources for parents of adolescents - Here you will find a variety of adolescent sexual health materials that pediatricians typically distribute to their patients or share on social media.