Quote Originally Posted by thir View Post
No, it doesn't. Teaching your kids about these matters is a parent obligation, IMO, just as so many other things you have to teach or prepare for.
I agree, except that there are some points of sexuality and biology that parents are seldom equipped to handle. The basics, sure, but some in-depth facts about reproduction might be better left to qualified teachers. Assuming that your school is willing to hire such teachers.

As for the teaching the abstinence thing in the revolting manner described, I again wonder if it is possible to first make sex gross and then later accept it? Frankly, I find this kind of thing abusive.
I agree completely. I've never understood how people can believe that gaining knowledge is wrong.