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HIV/STI and Sex Education Laws
Welcome to the HIV/STI and Sex Education Laws Page!

HIV/STI prevention and sex education supports positive physical and mental health of youth as they grow into young adults. Schools play an important role in HIV/STI prevention and sex education for youth and healthy lifestyles. Here you will find a collection of valuable resources for schools, teachers, administrators, and others involved in sexuality and HIV/STI prevention education. For questions regarding HIV/STI and Sex Education, please reach out to MDE-OHS@michigan.gov
Law and Policy
- Memorandum to the Field, Reminder of Legal Obligations and Best Practices for HIV and Sex Education
- Michigan Compiled Laws re Teaching of HIV, Health, Physical Education, and Sex Education
- A Summary of HIV/STI and Sex Education Legal Obligations
- State Board of Education Policy to Promote Health and Prevent Disease and Pregnancy
Advisory Boards and Parent Resources
- Sex Education Program Leadership Functions and Responsibilities
- Sex Education Advisory Boards Commonly Asked Questions
- Sample Sex Education Advisory Board Application
- Sample Charge to Advisory Board
- Sample Sex Education Advisory Board By-Laws
- Recommendations for Public Hearings
Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
Qualified Teachers and Professional Development
Related State of Michigan Programs
- Health Education, MDE
- School Health Services, MDE
- Social Emotional Learning, MDE
- Child and Adolescent Health Centers, MDHHS
- HIV and STIs in Michigan, MDHHS
- HIV and STI Data and Statistics, MDHHS
- Michigan Model for Health, MDHHS
- Safe Delivery, MDHHS
- Sexual Assault and Abuse, State of Michigan
HIV/AIDS Content Notice
This site contains HIV prevention messages that may not be appropriate for all audiences. HIV prevention materials funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) must be approved by state and local review panels. Information or materials included on this site may be considered controversial by some viewers.
Inclusion of links to other websites is provided for informational purposes and is not an endorsement of specific organizations or materials. The developers of this website are not responsible for the content and accuracy of information or links on other websites.