Act #789 of the legislature states that all girls only in public high schools shall be taught the proper procedure for breast self-examination and the need for an annual Pap test for cervical cancer. This will be taught under rules and regulations adopted by the school board. 

Classes have been organized to teach girls during high school health classes. A female school nurse will teach each class with the use of a Power Point Presentation and a model. Live models will not be used at any time. 

The Jeff Davis Parish Department of Special Services believes that it is best practice for all boys in public high schools to have the opportunity to be taught the proper procedure for testicular self- examination.

Classes have been organized to teach boys only during high school health classes. A school nurse will teach each class with the use of a Power Point Presentation and models. Live models will not be used at any time. 

Parents/Guardians of the students involved in this program are invited to view the Power Point Presentation that can accessed on the Jefferson Davis Parish website. Please help us implement a program that will be of benefit to you and your child.

A student shall not be required to take instruction if the parent/guardian signs and returns this form indicating that such information conflicts with the religious beliefs of the student. If this form is not returned to us with your signature, your son will receive the instruction.