As Lee County continues to grow, so does our school-aged population.  By PFCF being able to present this program directly into the 9th grade health classes of Lee County high schools, they have a broad reach to share the knowledge, skills, and positive results of this program.

The Reducing the Risk is run by Partnership for Children and Families with participation from the Lee County School District to allow access to the students.  Additionally, community partners, including Health Department staff, have participated in activities for the presentation of group projects.

Students in RTR:

• Evaluate the risks and lasting consequences of becoming an adolescent parent or becoming infected with HIV or another STD.
• Recognize that abstaining from sexual activity or using contraception are the only ways to avoid pregnancy, HIV and other STD.
• Conclude that factual information about conception and protection is essential for avoiding teen pregnancy, HIV and other STD.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills for remaining abstinent and for avoiding unprotected sexual intercourse.

​RTR has is an Evidence Based curriculum proven to:

• Delay sexual initiation
• Greater use of birth control
• Retained knowledge about sexual health and contraceptive use
• More likely to have conversations with parents (or trusted adult) about birth control and prevention of STDs/HIV.
• Increase Positive attitudes towards protection
• Increase Knowledge of pregnancy risks and STI risks