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Researchers are evaluating Parent Toolkit 2.0, a program designed for parents and caregivers of middle and high school students aged 12 to 15 in Georgia. This randomized controlled trial aims to improve parent knowledge and parent-teen communication about adolescent health, sexual health, and relationships. The study focuses on helping youth delay sexual initiation and increase contraceptive use to promote healthier behaviors. The program includes three parts delivered over three weeks an online self-paced Parent Guide with information and resources, four videos demonstrating parent-teen communication about sex and contraception, and two group-based virtual sessions for parents to practice communication skills. Parents in the treatment group receive the full intervention, while those in the control group access a general health guide online. Youth participants complete surveys but do not directly engage in the program. Participants will complete surveys at the start, immediately after the program, and nine months later to measure outcomes like sexual activity, contraceptive use, parent-child communication, relationship closeness, self-efficacy, emotional wellbeing, and intentions. Parents attend group sessions and review online materials, and some may join optional focus groups. The study will monitor these factors over time to assess the programs impact, with a total study period extending to 2028.