BRBR – Lesson 8 – Expect Respect (part 1)

Be Real. Be Ready. - Lesson 8

Expect Respect (part 1)

“Be Real. Be Ready.” is a comprehensive relationship and sexuality curriculum for high school students. The full curriculum is made up of 26 lessons. Educators are welcome to select which lessons best serve the needs of their students.

Lesson 8’s Objective:

1. Students will identify characteristics of healthy and unhealthy relationships. 
2. Students will review characteristics of abuse and the cycle of violence. 
3. Students will understand how gender expectations can influence relationships. 
4. Students will become familiar with local resources. 
5. Students will understand how people establish and maintain boundaries and why boundaries are an important part of a healthy relationship.