Handout Module 8 - Planning Sheet and Resource List for Partnering with Parents and Families

Planning Sheet

Check all that apply:

1. How are you planning to let parents/families know about the Sex Education programming?
   • Information letter (in primary language of parent/family)
   • Phone call or in-person video
   • Orientation meeting
   • Scheduled Person-centered Plan meeting
   • Other: ______________________________
2. What plans do you have to encourage parent/family engagement?
   • Weekly information letter (in primary language of parent/family)
   • Survey parents/families for interest/suggestions
   • Recruit parent representation for planning of Sex Ed program
   • Other: _______________________________
3. What process do you have in place if parent/families object?
   • Policy/Grievance procedure
   • Written objection can be placed with individual's records
   • In-person meeting to discuss parent concerns
   • Other: ________________________________
4. What process do you have in place if a guardian objects?
   • Policy/Grievance procedure
   • In-person meeting to discuss guardian concerns
   • Third party consultation (BQM; ISC; IGAC; Equip for Equality, etc.)
   • Other: ________________________________

Resources

From Approved Curricula:

• Family Life and Sexual Health Appendix - Introduction letter
• Friendships and Dating Program - Curriculum and Training Guide samples
• Illinois Imagines Module 5: Parent Guide (English and Spanish)
• WEAVE Facilitator's Guide - Safe Person Workbook and Homework

On Guardianship and Supported Decision-making:

• Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission
• Fact Sheet and FAQ on Sex Education
• Supported Decision-making
• A Guide to Adult Guardianship in Illinois Handbook