Our Whole Lives (OWL)

OWL helps participants make informed and responsible decisions about their sexual health and behavior. It equips participants with accurate, age-appropriate information in six subject areas: human development, relationships, personal skills, sexual behavior, sexual health, and society and culture. Grounded in a holistic view of sexuality, OWL 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.

UUC offers OWL classes for grades K-1, 4-5 and 8-9. This year, we will be offering middle school OWL to youth in grades 8 and 9. Most educators consider this to be the most important of the OWL classes, and we encourage you to enroll your child, if eligible.

OWL Schedule:

Winter 2012: OWL Grades 8-9

2012/2013: OWL for grades K-1 and 4-5 will return.

There will be a parent informational meeting held in fall 2011.  OWL 8-9 will be held on Sunday afternoons from January through April.  Two lock-ins are also planned.  Check back for exact dates.

A commitment to attend all classes is required to participate in any OWL program.

Learn more about Our Whole Lives on the UUA website.

Coming of Age

Coming of Age is a special program where 8th and 9th grade students pair with a mentor in the Congregation and prepare for the transition from childhood to adulthood. The program emphasizes self-awareness and confidence-building; service to our Congregation and to the community; and culminates with an affirmation ceremony.

Coming of Age alternates with middle school OWL each year and will not be held in 2011/2012. Coming of Age will return in 2012/2013.