Dear John,

We have important breaking news! 

After more than a year of intensive advocacy from many dedicated people, today the State Board of Education voted to update the minimum curriculum standards that guide health education, including sex education, for Texas students. The new curriculum standards represent a significant improvement over the old version and The Texas Campaign was proud to spearhead this work. 

Improvement to the minimum standards include offering critical education on topics like contraception, STI prevention, and healthy relationships to all Texas students. Unfortunately, the board majority declined to include standards on consent or information addressing the needs of LGBTQIA+ youth.

Although these statewide minimum curriculum standards don’t directly address consent or inclusivity, school districts still have the option to teach these critical topics.  

Today marks the first time in more than 20 years that the standards were updated. It is a significant victory and we are extremely grateful for the opportunity to positively impact the lives of a future generation of young Texans.

Thank you for your support along the way.

Best regards,

The Texas Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy