Not Strictly Abstinence Anymore

'Ignorance won't protect our kids'

"...Freedom Network Education Fund, the number of schools teaching "abstinence-plus" sexual education – that is, a focus on abstinence..."

Nov. 25, 2011 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Let’s (Not) Talk About Sex

More than 83% of state school districts either don't teach sex ed or teach abstinence-positive curricula

"...and gender stereotypes in instruction. Austin ISD teaches the abstinence-plus "Big Decisions" curriculum and the abstinence-only Holt Lifetime Health..."

Feb. 24, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Just Say No!

Rick Perry's approach to sex education has helped Texas boost its teen pregnancy rate

"...staunchest Perry supporters in the state – simply equate abstinence-plus education (through which attention is also given to comprehensive..."

Oct. 28, 2011 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Just Watch the Livestock

Texas schools' sex ed favors 'don't ask, don't tell ... and keep 'em ignorant'

"...the grip of abstinence-only education – bills requiring more abstinence-plus education, for example, and requiring that the content of..."

March 20, 2009 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Qmmunity: Back to School and Bassackwardlandia

State Board of Education excludes queer and trans kids in sex ed overhaul

"...SBOE is hearing testimony on revisions recommending students learn "abstinence-plus" (versus "abstinence-only") at younger ages. Teaching kids more comprehensive..."

Sept. 11, 2020 Column by Beth Sullivan

Rocket Science

On the surface, Rocket Science is yet another quirky high school movie, but its story of a stutterer who's enticed into joining the debate team is special in its own way.

Aug. 24, 2007 Movie Review by Toddy Burton

Austin ISD

What are AISD students learning in sex ed? Gee, that's a hard one.

"...of its sex-ed curriculum – a program known as "abstinence-plus." But that doesn't mean all AISD students get the..."

March 20, 2009 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Opinion: The Texas State Board of Education is Failing LGBTQ+ Students

School districts and families will need to pick up the slack left by SBOE’s recent decision to exclude sexual orientation and gender identity from the curriculum

Sept. 18, 2020 Column by Katherine Goldey

Dear Porn Industry

Texas loves luring jobs from California

Jan. 19, 2012 Screens Post by Mr. Smarty Pants

Qmmunity: 2020's Biggest Queer and Trans Stories

Looking back on a rollercoaster of a year

"...Board of Education approved new standards for more comprehensive, "abstinence-plus" sex ed – that part being a win in..."

Dec. 18, 2020 Column by Beth Sullivan

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...proposed revisions to sex education. While the revisions include “abstinence-plus” recommendations, they don’t address sexual orientation, gender identity, or..."

Sept. 11, 2020 News Feature

What to Expect in the House Abortion Debate

Reps will gather today at 10am

"...do things like increase access to health care, expand abstinence-plus sex education, or to require medically accurate information to..."

July 9, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and beyond

"...and will allow LifeWorks and Planned Par­ent­hood to offer "abstinence-plus" sex education to kids in as many as 15..."

Oct. 8, 2010 News Feature

Will Texas Sex Ed Come of Age?

After 23 years, the State Board of Education might be ready to make some changes

July 3, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Joining Forces Against HIV

Wright House reopens; continues the fight against HIV alongside other local orgs

April 10, 2015 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Whether to Laugh or Cry: Sex Ed in Texas

A new report takes an unprecedented look at the state of sex ed in Texas public schools

Feb. 27, 2009 News Feature by Jordan Smith

About AIDS

Then along comes the right wing in South Carolina and bingo!, one step backward.

Oct. 6, 2000 Column by Sandy Bartlett

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

Dec. 3, 2004 Column

Headlines / Quote of the Week

Nov. 20, 2020 News Feature

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

Dec. 29, 2006 News Feature

Postmarks

Apology Demanded

June 13, 1997 Column

Dog Toys and Puppy Sports Lead Our Recommended Community Events

Bucking broncos, drag vampires, and more highlights

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Kat McNevins

Mardi Gras

Have your cake, and laissez les bons temps rouler!

Feb. 1, 2008 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

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Our readers talk back.

Jan. 28, 2005 Column

The Luv Doc: Hot, Horny Europeans

Good or bad, cultural exchange always has consequences.

March 13, 2020 Column by The Luv Doc

Wes Anderson Brings Isle of Dogs to SXSW

Plus Midnighters bring the gore, and Alita party

Feb. 7, 2018 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

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Feb. 27, 2009 News Feature

Naked City

Jan. 25, 2008 News Feature

Fam-Planning Uproar

Array of organizations signs on to letter urging Health and Human Services Secretary Michael Leavitt to reconsider appointment of pro-life, anti-contraceptive doctor to be deputy assistant secretary for population affairs

Dec. 1, 2006 News Feature by Jordan Smith

C Sick

Eight years after the Chronicle's initial look in hepatitis C, Austin's music community is both better and worse

Nov. 24, 2006 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

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