5th Grade Puberty Lesson Information
January 5, 2026
Dear Parent(s) or Guardian(s),
As part of the Grade 5 Science and Health curriculum, students will learn about human development and puberty on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
What Students Will Learn:
- Puberty Basics: When your body begins to grow and change.
- What Causes Puberty: Hormones are released when the pituitary gland signals the ovaries in females or the testes in males.
- Changes During Puberty: Physical and emotional changes.
- Reproductive Development: Male changes and the female menstrual cycle are normal, healthy processes.
- Self-Care: Hygiene, healthy eating, exercise, sleep, and talking with trusted adults.
Instruction Details:
- Students will be taught by gender: Mr. Jarrod Chapman will teach the lesson to male students, and Ms. Jenessa Woodrich will teach the lesson to female students.
- Presentations include teacher instruction and a slideshow.
Review the Lesson:
Parents may view the slides before class:
Slides are also available at the Hahn Intermediate page on the Davison Schools website or in the school office.
Opt-Out Option:
If you prefer your child not to participate, complete one of the following by 4:00 pm, Monday, January 26, 2026:
- Fill out this form
- Scan the QR code below
- Contact the Hahn School Office at 591-0530
An alternate activity and location will be provided for exempted students during their class’s lesson.
If there are any questions, please call the Hahn Office at 810-591-0530.
Sincerely,
Verle Gilbert, Principal
Hahn Intermediate
810-591-0530