The Catechism of the Catholic Church reminds us that, as parents, you are the primary educators of your children.  This responsibility includes an awareness of laws that potentially impact their moral beliefs.

As Catholics we believe that life is sacred and should be cherished from the moment of natural conception to the moment of natural death.  This belief requires that we assure our children’s moral education in a manner consistent with Catholic teachings on the dignity of human life.

You may not be aware that the California Healthy Youth Act of 2015 requires mandatory instruction for our middle & high school children that is contrary to Catholic moral teachings.  We are letting our families know about this law to raise awareness of plans for use of this program in all districts of Tracy schools.  The curriculum, one for 7 ^th graders and one for 9 ^th graders, will be implemented within the next two to three months.
To ensure that you are making an informed decision about what your 7 ^th & 9 ^th graders are taught we have added a link to a Respect Life member from whom you may obtain an analysis of the curriculum content.   You may contact Respect Life member Steve Fox at stevenfox@sbcglobal.net and he will e-mail you a copy.  Or you may call him at 209-832-3372. 

For a copy of a universal Opt Out form and for additional information, including answers to many questions, we ask that you visit www.pacificjustice.org.  In the search window enter “California Healthy Youth Act of 2015” – “Opt Out form”.  There you will find comprehensive information which will answer most questions.  The universal form is one which you can download, complete and submit to your child’s school.  Or, if you wish, you can request a school district form from your child’s school administrative personnel.