TeenScreen hiding in health education programs

[Guest guest]

My daughter brought home an " opt-out " form to attend " Nightmare on Puberty St " ,

a health education theatrical performance. " Opt-out " means that if one does not

wish their child to attend, the form must be filled out, signed and returned

prior to the performance. Ordinarily, children receive " opt-in " permission forms

for school activities, meaning that if they wish to attend, they must complete

and sign the forms. Issuing opt-out forms pretty much guarantees more will

attend.

This " performance " is sponsored by Kaiser Permanente. That alone ought to raise

some red flags.

Excerpt from the form: " Comedy, drama, music, and dance bring to life issues

that affect the health of pre-teens: peer pressure and self-esteem, " crushes "

and romantic feelings, body changes, depression and thoughts of suicide,

violence, and communication with parents and peers. "

Just a heads up that even though we may not hear about TeenScreen, or any other

mental screening programs, in the news (mainstream or otherwise), they are still

alive and kicking. We must be vigilant, and opt-OUT.

Thanks for your time.

Tonya