Poland’s Minister of Education, Barbara Nowacka, announced on RMF FM that the decision to make the subject non-mandatory was made after consultations with politicians and due to social tensions. She emphasized that the subject had caused "unnecessary turmoil" and stressed the need to protect schools from political conflicts.
The minister criticized opponents of the program, stating that their protests harm children by exposing them to danger, ignorance, and health issues.
The politician highlighted that young people have the right to health education, and a lack of knowledge leads them to seek information in the wrong places, which could increase the risk of violence and mental health problems.
Despite the controversy, supporters of the program, including experts, consider health education an important aspect of youth education.
"I will convince parents to send their children to these classes. This is the best-prepared curriculum in years," assures the head of Poland's Ministry of Education.
As part of the health education subject, topics related to physical, mental, and sexual health will be discussed, and the program will also cover elements related to medicine, social issues, and environmental care.
"We don't need a war over children's health. We need to take care of the health of children and youth so that the lessons run smoothly," emphasized Barbara Nowacka.
"Schools don’t need tensions; schools need peace, and what happens next will be decided together with the teachers," added the Minister of Education.
Health education in Poland will be introduced in grades 4–8 of primary schools, grades 1–3 of vocational schools, as well as in general secondary schools and technical schools in grades 1–3.
Source: IAR/PAP/RMFFM/MEN/X/@MEN_GOVPL/@barbaraanowacka
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