6164.12 - Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)

 6164.12 

Instruction 

Exemption from Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Instruction 

The Board of Education recognizes that a good health program is basic to the personal, social and emotional well being of our students. 

In accordance with the provisions of Section 10-19(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes, it is the policy of the Board of Education to provide, during the regular school day, planned, ongoing and systematic instruction on Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). 

The Superintendent of Schools shall develop procedures concerning the exemption of students from such instruction upon the written request of the student's parent or guardian. 

Students 18 years of age may exempt themselves from those units of classroom instruction. 

Legal Reference: Connecticut General Statutes 

10 19(b) AIDS education. 

Policy adopted: May 9, 2007 WINDSOR LOCKS PUBLIC SCHOOLS 

Revised: September 2024       Windsor Locks, Connecticut