Health 

0.5 High School Credit

Course Dates

Session I - Fall 2023: Starting week of October 2nd, 2023 to week of November 20th, 2023

Session II - Winter 2024: Starting week of Feb 12th , 2024 to week of April 1st, 2024

Session III - Spring 2024: Starting week of April 8th 2024 to week of June 3rd, 2024

Prerequisites

None

Suggested Grade Level

Grades 9-12

Course description

Drawing on knowledge and health issues from the biological, environmental, psychological, social, emotional, physical and mental sciences, students are given the opportunity to apply essential skills to reduce health risks and promote lifelong wellness.  The course instills in students the skills and knowledge necessary to enhance the health and wellness of self and others across the lifespan. Topics of study include: Emotional & Mental Health, Nutrition & Physical Activity, Abstinence, Personal & Sexual Health, HIV, STD & Pregnancy Prevention,  and  Tobacco, Alcohol & Other Drug Prevention. This course follows an accelerated pace and meets graduation requirements.