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Trainings
The Texas Is Ready Coalition provides trainings for both schools and communities.
To request a virtual or in-person training, contact J.R. Chester, the Texas Is Ready program director.
February 21 2023
12 PM - 1:00 PM
Sexual Health: The Occupational Nature of Sexuality & Intimacy
Onyeomachi Okoro, OTS, a doctoral occupational therapy student at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, will discuss the occupational nature of sexuality and how it can be affected by injury or physical disability. Okoro will define the occupational therapist’s role in addressing sexuality with clients and will highlight the importance of inclusive sexual education for youth with physical disabilities.
Onyeomachi is completing her capstone project at Healthy Futures of Texas to advocate for disability-inclusive sexual education for youth with physical disabilities.
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March 2023
Coming Soon
Setting Yourself Up for Success
Back by popular demand! Healthy Futures of Texas' Jen Biundo, Senior Director of Policy and Research, will cover best practices and state laws. This information is foundational for schools and educators who are implementing and teaching sex education. .
April 2023
Coming Soon
Sex Education for Systems Involved Youth
Hear from experts in the field about the nuances in the educational needs of systems involved youth, as it relates to sexual health. Learn more about the challenges that affect this special population of youth and the available curricula tailored to meet their needs and the needs of their caregivers.
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Texas Is Ready is here to support Texas school districts, charter schools, and communities. What trainings do you need to build your capacity ? Let us know at jr@txcampaign.org.
Past Training Webinars
Recordings of most past trainings are available to view online. Please note that continuing education credits are not available when watching recorded trainings.
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TEKS Talk 3: Curriculum Deep Dive (Dec. 1, 2021)
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SHAC Roles, Responsibilities, and Best Practices (April 5, 2022)
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Schools and Families Working Together to Support Teen Health (June 29, 2022)
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Teacher Training: How to deliver Sexual Health Education (August 23, 2022)
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Healthy Relationships (TEKS and Texas Statute Edition) (September 13, 2022)
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Setting Yourself up for Success with New Sex Ed Standards (October 19, 2022)