Why sex-ed debate?

I've been following the sex-education debate and I must admit, I'm confused about why it's controversial. Here's what I understand: 1. The majority of research and medical communities support teaching a comprehensive curriculum. 2. A proposal is being made that would permit parents to choose such a course, while allowing those who don't want it to choose a less comprehensive class. 3. The current system is supposed to be teaching students about contraception and STD prevention, but my teenagers and their peers in other districts have yet to hear about these things, so something needs to change.

Since the proposal gives parents the choice of whether teachers share very little information or more substantial information, it seems everyone should be happy.

We are a conservative family and fully expect our children will follow our teachings of abstinence, but this does not preclude our desire for their complete health education.

Melinda Anderson

Sandy