Senate Bill 371 mandates that school boards in Wisconsin, when offering a human growth and development instructional program, must include specific content related to pregnancy, prenatal development, and childbirth. The bill stipulates that the explanation of these topics must incorporate a high-definition ultrasound video demonstrating early fetal development, a computer-generated animation detailing fertilization and fetal growth stages, and a presentation on the physical and emotional health of the mother during each trimester. This requirement is aimed at ensuring that students receive comprehensive and age-appropriate education on these critical subjects.

Additionally, the bill amends existing law regarding parental responsibility instruction to include the importance of secure interpersonal relationships for infant mental health and the value of reading to young children for their mental development. The previous language that simply required an explanation of pregnancy, prenatal development, and childbirth has been expanded to include these new educational components, thereby enhancing the overall curriculum related to human growth and development in schools.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 118.019(2m)(e), 118.019