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CDC gives big bucks to Mid-michigan sex ed. program

Posted at 8:11 AM, Dec 07, 2018
and last updated 2018-12-07 09:09:42-05

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is putting almost $2 million dollars toward sexual education in Mid-Michigan.

The CDC is giving the Eaton County Regional Education Service Agency $1.8 million dollars over the next five years to support sex education and health in Eaton, Ingham, and Clinton counties.

Among the grant's goals: strengthen health education for students, engage parents, and create a safe and supportive environment for LGBTQ youth.