COMPREHENSIVE SEXUALITY EDUCATION

K TO 12 CURRICULUM GUIDE
LEARNING AREA: SCIENCE GRADES 1 & 10

Grade 3 – Living Things and Their Environment

SECOND QUARTER/SECOND GRADING PERIOD
CONTENT CONTENT STANDARDS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS LEARNING COMPETENCIES
1.Living Things The learners demonstrate The learners should be able to - The learners should be able to…
1.1Humans understanding of the parts and practice healthful habits in taking
1.1.a Sense Organs functions of the sense organs of the care of the sense organs 1. describe the parts and functions of
human body the sense organs of the human body;
S3LT-IIa-b-1

CORE MESSAGES K1A.Describe body using proper names

K1B. Explain differences and growth
The Human Body and Development: A1B. Show respect for differences and
growth
Sexual and reproductive parts are
vital parts of the body. The body 2. enumerate healthful habits to
parts can be described using the protect the sense organs; S3LT-IIa-b-
different sense organs. Different 2
people have different bodies and
capacities, including of the sexual S1A.demonstrate proper hygiene
body parts. K6A1. Explain basic “body rights”
S6A2. Demonstrate how to say “no;” walk
away; talk to trusted adults
S2B. Show sensitivity to different forms of
self-expression, e.g. good touch, bad touch
A1A. Show positive attitudes
Grade 5 – Living Things and Their Environment
SECOND QUARTER/SECOND GRADING PERIOD
CONTENT CONTENT STANDARDS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS LEARNING COMPETENCIES
1. Parts and Functions The learners demonstrate The learners should be able to - The learners should be able to –
1.1Humans understanding of how the parts Practice proper hygiene and care
1.2 The of the human reproductive of the reproductive organs 1. describe the parts of the reproductive
reproductive system work system and their functions; S5LT-IIa-1
system
K1A1. Describe sexual and reproductive system
(structure and functions)
CORE MESSAGE
Note: 2. describe the changes that occur during
The Human Body and Human puberty; S5LT-IIb-2
Development: 1) Discussion of the role of
hormones in K1A2. Explain puberty or sexual maturation – and
 Puberty is a time of physical development be made effects on body, emotions, thinking and social
and emotional change that explicit in Gr. 5. relationships, including bodies’ preparation for
happens as children grow and 2) Discussion on LGBT, reproduction
mature. Puberty occurs at SOGIE incorporated in
different times for different PerDev in Gr. 11-12. K1A4. Describe adolescence and the changes in
people and has different thinking, emotions and social relationships that
effects on boys and girls characterize it apart from childhood and
Sexual and reproductive body adulthood.
and functions include
concepts such as the
menstrual cycle, sperm
reproduction, erection and
ejaculation.
 Sexual and reproductive body
and functions include
concepts such as the
menstrual cycle, sperm
reproduction, erection and
ejaculation.
 During puberty, boys and
girls become sexually mature
and be able to have a child

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 and /or HIVs and STIs
through intercourse.
Therefore, there is a need for
them to practice abstinence
plus safer sex.

3. explain the menstrual cycle; S5LT-IIc-3

K1A3. Identify fertile and infertile periods for boys

and girls

4. give ways of taking care of the

reproductive organs; S5LT-IId-4
S1A4. Identify ways of responding to and
managing physical, sexual, emotional-mental and
social problems due to puberty

Grade 6 – Living Things and Their Environment

SECOND QUARTER/SECOND GRADING PERIOD
CONTENT
I. Parts and Functions
1.Human Body Systems
1.1 Musculo-skeletal
1.2 Integumentary System
1.3 Digestive System
1.4 Respiratory System
1.5 Circulatory System
1.6 Nervous System
CORE MESSAGE
Sexuality and Sexual Behavior:
Men and women have a sexual
response cycle, whereby sexual
stimulation (physical or
mental) can produce a physical
CONTENT STANDARDS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The learners demonstrate The learners should be able to -
understanding of how the make a chart showing healthful
major organs of the human habits that promote proper
body work together to form functioning of the musculo-
organ systems skeletal, integumentary,
digestive, circulatory,
respiratory, and nervous
systems
LEARNING COMPETENCIES
The learners should be able to –
1. explain how the organs of each system work
together; S6LT-IIa-b-1
A4A3. Identify the risks and negative consequences of
engaging in [risky sexual and non-sexual] activities
before adolescents are physically and emotionally
mature
2. explain how the different organ systems work
together; S6LT-IIc-d-2
K5C1. Describe common STIs, including HIV, and the
biological, emotional-mental, and social reasons – why
young people are getting the infections
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Grade 7 – Living Things and Their Environment
SECOND QUARTER/SECOND GRADING PERIOD
CONTENT
K TO 12
Heredity: Inheritance and
Variation
1. Sexual reproduction
(Fertilization in
humans/animals)
CORE MESSAGE
The Human Body and
Development:
Everyone’s body has parts
involved in one’s sexual health
and reproduction, and it is
common for children to have
questions about them.
Heredity: Inheritance and
Variation
1. Asexual reproduction
2. Sexual reproduction
CONTENT STANDARDS
K TO 12
The learners demonstrate an
understanding of:
 Reproduction being both
asexual or sexual
Reproduction being both
asexual or sexual
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
K TO 12
The learners should be able to:
employ appropriate techniques
using the compound
microscope to gather data
about very small objects
Note: Report on the negative
effects of diet, alcohol,
smoking, pollution and illegal
drugs on the process of
fertilization
K5B2. Describe the risks and effects on health of these
infections
K5B3. Describe ways that STIs and HIV can be
prevented, esp. through abstinence and condom use for
boys
LEARNING COMPETENCIES
K TO 12
Differentiate asexual from sexual reproduction in
terms of
1.number of individuals involved; S7LT – II f – 6
2. similarities of offspring to parents.
CSE
Differentiate between the biological and social aspects
that influence gender identity. K1A1
8. describe the process of fertilization; S7LT-IIg-8
K3A5. Explain the risks of early/teen marriage and
unplanned parenting
K1A1. Describe the sexual and reproductive capacity of
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 men and women over the life cycle. (Grades 10-12)
K5B: Explain the health benefits, risks and effectiveness
of different methods of contraception, including
abstinence and condoms

S5A2. Demonstrate skills in communication and

negotiation to reduce or eliminate the risk of
unintended pregnancy through abstinence, condoms
and contraceptives.

Grade 8 – Living Things and Their Environment

FOURTH QUARTER/ FOURTH GRADING PERIOD
CONTENT
1. Structures and Functions:
Focus on the Digestive System
1.1 Organs of the digestive
system and their interaction
with organs of the respiratory,
circulatory, and excretory
systems
1.2 Changes in food as it
undergoes physical and chemical nutrient deficiency and ingestion of
digestion
1.3 Diseases resulting from
nutrient deficiency and ingestion
of harmful substances
1.4 Prevention, detection, and
treatment of diseases of the
digestive system
CORE MESSAGES
CONTENT STANDARDS
The learners demonstrate an
understanding of:
1. the digestive system and its
interaction with the circulatory,
respiratory, and excretory systems
in providing the body with
nutrients for energy
2. diseases that result from
harmful substances, and their
prevention and treatment
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The learners should be able to:
present an analysis of the data
gathered on diseases resulting
from nutrient deficiency
LEARNING COMPETENCIES
The learners should be able to…
1. identify healthful practices that
affect the digestive system; S8LT-
IVc-15
K5D2. Examine how alcohol and other
substances, family, peers, media, society
and culture influence decisions about
engaging in sexual behaviors
K6A1.Describe situations and behaviors
that constitute sexual harassment, abuse
and violence
K6A2. Explain sexual harassment, abuse
and assault/rape and why the victim is
not at fault.
K6A3. Discuss the impacts of sexual
harassment, sexual abuse, incest, rape
and sexual assault
K6A4. Identify specific strategies for

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Personal Safety: reducing gender-based, sexual abuse
and violence
Excessive alcohol intake may result
K6A4. Identify key elements of keeping
nutrient deficiency which definitely oneself safe from harm
cause diseases to digestive system
and may possibly increase the desire S6A2. Advocate for safe environments
for sex due to suppression of that encourage dignified and respectful
psychological inhibitions and causes treatment.
the body’s system to slow down.

Heredity: Inheritance and 1. how cells divide to produce new Report on the importance of 2. compare mitosis and meiosis, and
Variation of Traits cells variation in plant and animal their role in the cell-division cycle;
2.1 Stages of mitosis 2. meiosis as one of the processes breeding S8LT-IVd-16
2.2 Stages of meiosis producing genetic variations of the
2.3 Mendelian Genetics Mendelian Pattern of Inheritance K5B: Explain the health benefits, risks
and effectiveness of different methods of
CORE MESSAGES contraception, including abstinence and
condoms
Personhood:
 All cultures have different ways
of understanding sex, gender
and when it is appropriate to
become sexually active.
 Decisions on sexual behavior
can affect people’s health, future
and life plans. Making decisions
about sexual behavior includes
consideration of all the
potential consequences like
genetic diseases

Grade 10 – Living Things and Their Environment

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THIRD QUARTER/THIRD GRADING PERIOD
CONTENT
1. Coordinated Functions of
the Reproductive, Endocrine,
and Nervous Systems
CORE MESSAGES
Sexuality and Sexual Behavior:
 Men and women’s bodies
changes over time, including 2. how these feedback
their reproductive and sexual
capacities and functions.
 Decisions on sexual behavior
can affect people’s health,
future and life plans. Making
decisions about sexual
behavior includes
consideration of all the
potential consequences.
Personhood:
CONTENT STANDARDS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS LEARNING COMPETENCIES
The learners demonstrate an The learners should be able to: The learners should be able to…
understanding of:
1. describe the parts of the reproductive system
1. organisms as having and their functions; S10LT-IIIa-33
feedback mechanisms,
which are coordinated by K1A1. Describe the sexual and reproductive capacity
the nervous and endocrine of men and women over the life cycle.
systems
K1A2. Differentiate between sexual and reproductive
functions that are biological; and those that are
mechanisms help the willed or desired, according to rights.
organism maintain
homeostasis to reproduce K2A3. Identify potential legal, social and health
and survive consequences of sexual decision-making
2. explain the role of hormones involved in the
female and male reproductive systems; S10LT-
IIIb-34
A51. Demonstrate confidence in discussing and using
different contraceptive methods

Social norms and peer influence, K5A3. Describe personal benefits and possible risks
such as bullying and negative of available methods of contraception
peer pressure, can affect sexual
decision making and behavior.
K4A2. Define key elements of sexual pleasure and
Being assertive means learning
responsibility
how to say “yes and no” about
sexual relationships, and sticking S5A7. Apply a decision-making model to safer sex
to one’s decision. choices, including abstinence and condoms
Gender, Media and Human S7A1. Critically assess the potential influence of mass
Rights: media messages about sexuality and sexual
relationships.
Cultural factors influence what is
considerable and acceptable
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sexual behavior in society.
International agreements and
human rights instruments
provide guidance on sexual and
reproductive health.
3. describe the feedback mechanisms involved in
regulating processes in the female reproductive
system (e.g., menstrual cycle); S10LT-IIIc-35
S2A4. Demonstrate appropriate help-seeking and
self-managing behavior.