Sex Ed for Tweens and Teens

As soon as you are aware that you have a body, sex education should begin.

Sex Ed as Resistance: for Tweens and Teens! An Age-Appropriate Sex Ed Program for Tweens & Teens

Raising kids today means navigating a world full of information—some helpful, some harmful, and much of it coming at them way too soon. That’s why I have created Sex Ed as Resistance: Tweens and Teens edition—a comprehensive, scientifically accurate, and judgment-free sex education program designed for tweens and teens.

My goal? To equip young people with the tools they need to make informed decisions about their bodies, boundaries, relationships, and identity, while providing you, the parent or guardian, with the confidence that they’re learning from a trusted Sex Educator with twelve years of experience.

What Parents/Guardians Can Expect:

  • Age-Appropriate Content tailored to different age groups (10–13 & 14–17)
  • Focus on Safety, Consent & Respect, not fear or shame
  • Inclusive Curriculum that honors diverse identities and experiences
  • Open Communication that encourages kids to come to YOU with questions
  • Evidence-Based Information free from myths, stereotypes, or outdated ideas

Whether your child is just starting to ask questions or already navigating early relationships, this program meets them where they are—with honesty, respect, and clarity.

Let’s raise confident, informed, and safe kids—together.

Cost: $165

One-on-ones also available for an additional fee of $150

All classes are virtual and can be done on your own schedule.

Application deadline: July 9th, 2025

Click the tab below to see the details for each age group.

Dates:
Videos will be released weekly on Tuesdays starting July 15th.

  • July 15th – Video 1
  • July 22nd – Video 2
  • July 29th – Video 3
  • August 5th – Video 4

Cost: $165
One on One (1 hr) add on $150

Application deadline: July 9th, 2025

Cancellation & Refund Policy:

1. Cancellation by the Student

  • Within 7 days of purchase: You are eligible for a full refund if you cancel your enrollment within 7 calendar days of purchase, provided you have not accessed more than 20% of the course content.
  • After 7 days: No refunds will be issued after 7 days from the date of purchase.

2. Cancellation by the Instructor or Platform.

We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule courses due to unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, a full refund or a credit toward another course will be offered.

3. How to Request a Cancellation

To request a cancellation, please contact us at [ericka@ihartericka.com] with your reason for cancellation. Refunds will be processed within 5–10 business days to the original payment method.

Date:
Videos will be released weekly on Thursdays starting July 17th.

  • July 17th – Video 1
  • July 24th – Video 2
  • July 31st – Video 3
  • August 7th – Video 4

Cost: $165
One on One (1 hr) add on $150

Application deadline: July 2025

Cancellation & Refund Policy:

1. Cancellation by the Student

  • Within 7 days of purchase: You are eligible for a full refund if you cancel your enrollment within 7 calendar days of purchase, provided you have not accessed more than 20% of the course content.
  • After 7 days: No refunds will be issued after 7 days from the date of purchase.

2. Cancellation by the Instructor or Platform.

We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule courses due to unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, a full refund or a credit toward another course will be offered.

3. How to Request a Cancellation

To request a cancellation, please contact us at [ericka@ihartericka.com] with your reason for cancellation. Refunds will be processed within 5–10 business days to the original payment method.

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FAQs

We are a small team fielding a high volume of inquiries, so I highly recommend reading the FAQ below to get some answers to common questions we anticipate and reach out to management@ihartericka.com for any other queries you may have. Due to the volume of emails we receive, expect a response within 72 hours or less.

What age group is this program designed for?
This program is tailored for tweens and teens, ages 10–17. Content is age-appropriate and designed to build on each lesson.
What topics are covered in the program?
Topics include:

  • Puberty and body changes
  • Anatomy
  • Consent, bodily autonomy and boundaries
  • Healthy relationships and communication
  • Gender and sexual identity
  • Birth control, pregnancy, STIs
  • Digital safety and media literacy
Is the content age-appropriate?
Yes. Lessons are carefully structured by age and developmental stage. Younger students (10–12) are introduced to basic anatomy and body changes, while older students (13–17) engage with more complex topics like diverse relationship types and reproductive choices.
Who teaches the program?
Ericka Hart is a trained sex educator that has specialized in working with youth. All content follows the SIECUS guidelines for age appropriate comprehensive sex education.
Is this program inclusive of all genders and sexual identities?
Yes. Our curriculum is inclusive and affirming of all gender identities, expressions, and sexual orientations. We strive to create a respectful and supportive learning environment for everyone.
How do you handle sensitive questions during sessions?

We create a safer space for learning and use anonymous question boxes (virtually). The sessions will be held webinar style to provide for privacy, but participants will be able to acknowledge questions without their identity being known. I will answer questions professionally and factually, with sensitivity and age-appropriate language.

Is abstinence taught?
Yes. Abstinence is discussed as one option for birth control and preventing STIs, alongside comprehensive information about contraception and safer sex practices.
How does the program address online behavior and safety?
We include digital safety education, focusing on:

  • Respectful online communication
  • Understanding digital consent
  • Risks of sexting and online predators
  • Managing social media pressures
How long is the program?

The program runs for 4-weeks. Videos will be sent out on the days below. Students can watch them on their own schedule.

Tweens 10-13:

Videos will be released weekly on Tuesdays starting July 15th.

  • July 15th – Video 1
  • July 22nd – Video 2
  • July 29th – Video 3
  • August 5th – Video 4

Teens 14-17:

Videos will be released weekly on Tuesdays starting July 15th.

  • July 17th – Video 1
  • July 24th – Video 2
  • July 31st – Video 3
  • August 7th – Video 4
Is this program evidence-based?
Yes. Our curriculum is grounded in evidence-based sex education models and follows national and regional health education standards.

What is the cancellation/refund policy?

1. Cancellation by the Student

  • Within 7 days of purchase: You are eligible for a full refund if you cancel your enrollment within 7 calendar days of purchase, provided you have not accessed more than 20% of the course content.
  • After 7 days: No refunds will be issued after 7 days from the date of purchase.

2. Cancellation by the Instructor or Platform.

We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule courses due to unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, a full refund or a credit toward another course will be offered.

3. How to Request a Cancellation

To request a cancellation, please contact us at [ericka@ihartericka.com] with your reason for cancellation. Refunds will be processed within 5–10 business days to the original payment method.

Testimonials

See what people are saying about Sex Ed As Resistance and the work of Ericka Hart. Want to go deeper? Visit our Testimonials page for more praise.
“Ericka’s work is deeply, heartbreakingly personal, while being grounded in an ethics of service to her community. She can woo an audience of skeptical 5th graders, but behind her addictively and disarmingly engaging style is a rigorous academic mind. She is a joyful survivor and a uncompromisingly fierce dancer. She is a soft and unstoppable force of nature. If any of that seems like a contradiction, then you haven’t met Ericka. A mistake you should remedy as soon as you possibly can.”

Harmony Leanna Eichsteadt

“I was more than delighted when Ericka agreed to present in my course: Sexuality Across Communities of Color. She left a lasting experience for my students who shared that she opened their minds to thinking about sexuality, media messages and medical care. She is a professional and dynamic presenter who makes knowledge accessible, applicable, and available for learners. ”

Dr. Lexx, LMFT, CSE, President of AASECT

“Germantown Friends School (GFS), an independent Quaker school in Philadelphia, invited Ericka as a speaker for their yearly SAGA (Sexuality and Gender Alliance) assembly. Ericka spoke to 350+ students and faculty about her life and its many intersections that shape the activist and educator she is today. Her speech titled “Where are all the Black people?” ended with a powerful message about inclusion and lifting up marginalized voices, something that GFS students and faculty strongly connected with, especially as the school’s transgender and gender nonconforming student policies and gender neutral bathrooms were being instated in the same month. After the 30-minute speech, Ericka received a well-deserved standing ovation from the entire auditorium. She changed more than a few lives that day and we anticipate bringing her back again.”

Jenna Emerson, M.Ed, Health Educator at Germantown Friends School

“Ericka is a dynamic, relatable and engaging speaker. She was the guest speaker at our very first Breast Cancer fundraising gala and we were honored that she was a part of such a moment. The freedom with which she shared her story allowed our breast cancer survivors to find solace, support and a real advocate. On and off the stage Ericka was able to engage with the audience and continued to be a powerful influence. Her voice is one that we don’t always have an opportunity to hear on a large platform and our audience and partners welcomed her authentic energy. Her voice broke the silence, empowered the masses and challenged the status quo. Ericka Hart’s ability to bring people together while simultaneously breaking down barriers is the best way to define her presence at our Pink Gala.”

Project Pink, St. Vincent and the Grenadines

“I just finished your Gender 101 course, and wanted to thank you for giving me the courage to finally “come out’ (I don’t really like that term, but sort of at a loss/ can’t find another phrase that fits) and affirm my pronouns as she/they. I finally edited my Insta bio probably ten seconds after your class (baby steps hah).

Can’t wait to take another course in the near future.”

Maddy M.

“Thank you so deeply for the Racial and Social Justice 101 webinar. I keep thinking back on it in the weeks that have passed since. You’ve expanded my existing knowledge, have challenged me to re-think some aspects, and have presented a complex intersectional analysis in an inclusive and accessible way.

Thank you for the healing work that you do.”

Renee Ra

“Ericka Hart’s Sex Ed as Resistance course not only covers current sexuality, gender, and health topics, but more importantly tackles these topics through the lens of the history of imperialistic, American and capitalistic systems. This course should be mandatory for anyone doing work within or adjacent to sex education!”

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