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SPAN in the Classroom

Our Youth Violence Prevention Curriculum is an evidence-based curriculum taught in Boulder and Broomfield Counties.

Violence Prevention Educators lead students through interactive, engaging activities. The content is made relatable through developmentally appropriate questions, discussions, and scenarios. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of healthy, unhealthy, and abusive relationships. Youth are empowered to recognize red and green flags within their relationships, challenge stereotypes, and understand and practice consent.

“This curriculum is so important, why didn’t I learn this earlier? This would have been helpful in middle school.”

-T. (BVSD High School Student)

“Feeling unsafe in schools derails students from their ability to learn, their connection with others, and from reaching their best potential. Violence prevention education allows students to learn about healthy relationships, the importance of creating emotionally and physically safe spaces, and how to advocate for their needs, which altogether creates a safer and more welcoming community.”

– Kenzie (BVSD Graduate)

Our curriculum meets seven of Colorado’s Comprehensive Health Academic Standards.

View Colorado Comprehensive Health Academic Standards and Evidence Outcomes

The lessons in our curriculum are cumulative. Each session is designed to build upon knowledge and skills gained in previous sessions through middle and high school:

7th Grade
Intro to Relationships and Boundaries
Transforming Gender Stereotypes
8th Grade
Boundaries and Intro to Consent
Cycle of Violence
High School
Dating Violence and Healthy Relationships
Affirmative Consent and Sexual Violence

Resources for Parents & Caregivers

Resources for Teachers

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