AGENCY TESTIMONY
HIV education requirements and curriculum update in NYC schools
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NYC Public Schools have implemented rigorous HIV education requirements and recently updated their HIV curriculum. The new curriculum, 'Growing Up and Staying Safe', was launched in fall 2023 after an extensive development process.
- NYC requires annual HIV lessons from K-12, with 5 lessons in K-6 and 6 lessons in 7-12
- The new curriculum is student-centered, culturally responsive, and LGBTQ inclusive
- It includes materials for English language learners, teacher training, and family education resources
- An agreement with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene ensures regular curriculum updates
Despina Zaharakis
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New York State also requires instruction on HIV in grades K through 12.
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New York City has even more rigorous requirements in this area.
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Students must also receive lessons each year on HIV from a New York City specific curriculum, including 5 lessons each year in grades k to 6 and 6 lessons each year in grades 7 through 12.
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To support health education instruction, including sexual health topics in grades 6 through 12, New York City Public Schools recommends curricula that align with national and New York State health education standards.
