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Just4Me Programs

  • These programs are run in various schools, community centres and organizations throughout Waterloo Region. Sexual health education goes far beyond learning about safer sex.
  • Our programs aim to increase body awareness and self-esteem, promote healthy relationships by providing practical tools participants will need to navigate difficult situations, conversations and decisions,
  • We promote healthy choices and safer sex practices, providing participants with a safe space to ask questions and build friendships.
  • We incorporate fun games and activities to facilitate open, honest, nonjudgmental discussions about health, wellness, and sexuality.
  • Participants have an opportunity to ask anonymous questions and have a comfortable discussion with trusted adult facilitators.

Just 4 Me programs cover a wide variety of topics such as: puberty, anatomy, body positivity, boundaries, consent, menstruation, understanding masculinity, safer sex, birth control, pregnancy and many more! Each session has a different topic of focus based on participants’ age. See below for more information!

Just4Me – Grade 5 & 6 Program

This program is eight weeks long and is designed for participants between the ages of 10 and 12 (Grades 5 and 6). This program is led by an experienced sexual health educator. Each session has a different focus, incorporating games and activities designed to foster open conversations.

Topics include:

  • Healthy relationships
  • Puberty
  • Menstruation
  • Consent & Boundaries
  • And more!

 

Just4Me – Grade 7 & 8 Program

This program is eight weeks long and is designed for participants between the ages of 13 and 14 (Grades 7 and 8). This program is led by an experienced sexual health educator. Each session has a different focus, incorporating games and activities designed to foster open conversations.

Topics include:

  • Healthy relationships
  • Consent & Boundaries
  • Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
  • Sexual Health
  • Birth Control/Contraception
  • Menstruation
  • And more!

Just4Me –  Youth Program

This program is four weeks long and is designed for participants between the ages of 15 and 19 (Grades 9-12). This program is led by an experienced sexual health educator. Each session has a different focus, incorporating games and activities designed to foster open conversations.

Topics include:

  • Healthy relationships
  • Dating
  • Consent & Boundaries 
  • Safer sex
  • Sexuality
  • And more!

Just4Me –  2SLGBTQIA+ Program

This program is eight weeks long and is designed for participants between the ages of 13 and 18 who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+, queer and/or gender diverse. This program is led by an experienced sexual health educator. Each session has a different focus, incorporating games and activities designed to foster open conversations.

Topics include:

  • Healthy relationships
  • Consent & Boundaries
  • Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
  • Birth Control/Contraception
  • Sexual Health
  • Menstruation
  • Self-identity
  • And more!

How Do I Sign Up?

  • We run Just4Me programs in various community centres across the region of Kitchener and Waterloo.
  • Participants can enroll through their community centre based on interest and on a first-come, first-serve basis, by their parent/guardian(s).
  • Just4Me Grade 5-8 is run in partnership with WRDSB and takes place during school hours. Students must receive permission from parents/guardians to be part of the group.
  • For more information on which community centres are running a group, follow our social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook)
I loved that we could ask questions, make new friends and learn. I know that if I ever hit puberty, I will know what to do. I will definitely come back next time!
Participant, Age 11

I liked the fact that everybody was open about everything. We could learn about our bodies and talk about anything, but not be judged for it.
Participant, Age 13

School Workshop Booking Update

 

 

Due to overwhelming demand and decreased capacity, school workshop bookings are now closed for the 2023-2024 school year.

 

 

Workshop bookings will open again in the Summer for the 2024-2025 school year. Thank you for your continued support!

 

 

– SHORE Education Team

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Just 4 Me Registration

Just 4 Me is facilitated in various schools and community centres throughout Waterloo Region. Please review the details of your desired program thoroughly to ensure that you have registered for the correct location.
Ages 9-12Ages 13-18

We offer online & in-person workshops! 

We understand there is a lot of sexual health, sexuality and relationship information available to you. At SHORE Centre, we are committed to providing you with the most accurate information and resources to ensure you make well-informed decisions. With more than forty years of training and education experience, we are the trusted resource for local schools, youth groups, community centres, as well as a number of community organizations.

Workshop topics can include, but are not limited to: 

 

  • Healthy Relationships
  • Pregnancy
  • Birth control
  • Safer sex
  • Sexually Transmitted Infections
  • Puberty
  • Sexual Identities
  • Pregnancy Options
  • Period Power
  • Anatomy
  • Talking to children about sexual health
  • Gender inclusive Sexual Health

In-School Just 4 Me

Just 4 Me Grade 4-6 is run in partnership with WRDSB and takes place during school hours. Students must receive permission from parents/guardians to participate.

If you are seeking more information about the In-School Just 4 Me programs, please email gwen@shorecentre.ca

If you are requesting a Just 4 Me program for a community centre not listed on our website, please email education@shorecentre.ca

Grade Specific Information

Puberty & Body Image:

  • Puberty (i.e., What is puberty?, Physical and psychological changes during puberty, etc.)
  • Anatomy (Penis, Vulva, Uterus, etc.)
  • How to take care of our body parts & emotions
  • Healthy relationships, consent & boundaries

 

Information for Parents & Guardians:

Parents & Guardians Letter (Grade 1)

 

Puberty & Body Image:

  • Puberty (i.e., What is puberty?, Physical and psychological changes during puberty, etc.)
  • Anatomy (Penis, Vulva, Uterus, etc.)
  • How to take care of our body parts & emotions
  • Healthy relationships, consent & boundaries

Information for Parents & Guardians:

Parents & Guardians Letter (Grade 2)

 

Puberty & Body Image:

  • Puberty (i.e., What is puberty?, Physical and psychological changes during puberty, etc.)
  • Anatomy (Penis, Vulva, Uterus, etc.)
  • How to take care of our body parts & emotions
  • Healthy relationships, consent & boundaries

 

Information for Parents & Guardians:

Parents & Guardians Letter (Grade 3)

 

Puberty & Body Image:

  • Puberty (i.e., What is puberty?, Physical and psychological changes during puberty, etc.)
  • Anatomy (Penis, Vulva, Uterus, etc.)
  • How to take care of our body parts & emotions
  • Healthy relationships, consent & boundaries

Information for Parents & Guardians:

Parents & Guardians Letter (Grade 4)

 

 

Puberty & Adjusting to Puberty Changes:

  • Introduction to puberty (i.e., what is puberty?, Physical and psychological changes during puberty, etc.)
  • Anatomy
  • Detailed explanations of how to take care of our body parts & emotions 
  • Introduction to spermatogenesis & menstruation 
  • Introducing and discussing attraction
  • Menstrual products (i.e., what are they? How do we use them? Where do we find them?, etc.)
  • Healthy relationships, consent & boundaries

Information for Parents & Guardians:

Parents & Guardians Letter (Grade 5)

Puberty & Making Connections:

  • Puberty (physical and psychological changes during puberty in greater detail)
  • Anatomy 
  • Spermatogenesis & Menstruation 
  • Attraction and Dating
  • Healthy relationships, consent & boundaries
  • Introduction to sexual identities
  • Online safety/(Social) media consumption

Information for Parents & Guardians:

Parents & Guardians Letter (Grade 6)

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs):

  • What are STIs?
  • How to prevent STIs
  • STI Testing
  • Anatomy 
  • STI Prevention Method Demonstrations:
    • internal condom
    • external condom
    • dental dams and gloves
  • Smart & Safe Decision Making 
  • Healthy Communication & Consent

Information for Parents & Guardians:

Parents & Guardians Letter (Grade 7)

Birth Control:

  • Hormonal Birth Control vs. Non-Hormonal Birth Control
  • Anatomy 
  • Pregnancy 
  • Emergency Contraception
  • STI Prevention Method Demonstrations: 
    • internal condom
    • external condom
    • dental dams and gloves
  • Healthy Communication & Consent
  • Smart & safe decision making 
  • Gender & Sexual Orientation
  • Healthy Communication & Consent

Information for Parents & Guardians:

Parents & Guardians Letter (Grade 8)

Note: The workshops for this age range will be interactive. We will focus on the topics brought up by the students & teachers. The topics listed below are the general topics we prepared for the class:

  • Anatomy & how to take care of our body parts
    • STIs & birth control methods 
    • STI prevention method demonstrations: 
      • internal condom
      • external condom
      • dental dams and gloves
    • Consent & Boundaries
    • Communication skills
    • Smart & safe decision making 
    • Self-identity and Sexuality 

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For all inquiries, please email education@shorecentre.ca.

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