Sex ed program credited with changing attitudes

Now, in its third year, a comprehensive K-12 sex education program in the Cleveland Schools District seems to be producing results.

"We know we are making progress and that we still have a long way to go," says Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson.

It is called the Responsible Sexual Behavior Initiative. It is funded by grants and also the Cuyahoga County Commissioners.

With a high teenage pregnancy rate and one of the nation's highest STD rates, city and county health officials believed it was necessary to protect young people.

A survey released today show the majority of parents like the program and it is prompting discussions at home with their teenagers about sex. It appears to also be cutting down on risky behavior among teens.

Parents can opt out of the program for their children, but most do not.