What is the OWL program about?
Our Whole Lives is a series of sexuality education curricula, covering ages K-1 through adult. Grounded in a holistic view of sexuality, Our Whole Lives not only provides facts about anatomy and human development, but also helps participants clarify their values, build interpersonal skills, and understand the spiritual, emotional, and social aspects of sexuality.
The curriculum for Our Whole Lives was developed by UUA in cooperation with the United Church of Christ. It is based on guidelines established by a national council of health, education, and sexuality professionals.
For general information about the program and curricula, see uua.org/re/owl and uua.org/re/owl/faq .
What OWL programs are offered through UUFA?
Courses
Our Whole Lives Sexuality Education K-1 Program is a comprehensive and inclusive curriculum that helps children ages five through seven begin the lifelong process of acquiring information and forming attitudes and values about identity, relationships, safety and health. OWL affirms that parents are their children’s primary sexuality educators. As such, parents receive HomeLinks after every session. These offer a workshop summary, at-home conversation starters and activities, and suggestions that foster future conversations.
Details for 2024-25
OWL registration for 7th-9th grade is open!
– The curriculum of the program can be found here.
– The registration link is here:
Cost is $125 for UUFA members and $175 for non-members. Snacks, 2 lunches and 3 dinners are provided.
Please note that your child will not be officially registered until the Permission Form is completed and fees are paid following the mandatory Caregiver Orientation Session, which is held on Wednesday January 8th 6:30-8:30 (sibling childcare can be provided if needed) Payment will be due during the Parent Orientation session.
Program Dates:
1st weekend: January 10th (6-9 pm), January 11th (9 am – 6 pm)
2nd weekend: February 7th (6-9 am), February 8th (9 am – 6 pm)
3rd weekend: March 21st (6-9 pm), March 22nd (9 am-6 pm)
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact OWL advisor Vicki McMacken
For more about the programs at UUFA, contact UUFA’s Director of Religious Exploration Kahla Childers.
