Health Education

Mr. Steele

Class overview

Health Education instruction will provide students knowledge that can last a lifetime. The topics covered in this class will include:

What health is (3 pillars of health)
Introduction to nutrition- Calories, carbohydrates, fats, protein, water intake, popular diet trends, and healthy food choices.
The benefits of physical activity
Alcohol/drug prevention- Covering alcohol, tobacco, opioids, benzodiazepines, cannabinoids, barbiturates, and hallucinogens.
Reproductive systems and Sexually transmitted diseases
Organ systems
Dating Violence and suicide Prevention
CPR/AED instruction

Homework- Homework will be assigned regularly. Homework can range from small assignments (25-50points) to projects (50-150points).

Quizzes- Quizzes will typically be given once a week and students will know in advance what is being covered on the quiz. Every unit will have a minimum of one (1) quiz. Quizzes will range from 30-60 points

Tests- Tests will typically cover previously quizzed material. Not every unit will have a test. Students will know in advance what is being covered and have time to ask questions and study. Tests will range from 100-200 points.

Class Requirements: Pen/Pencil, notebook, chromebook (if applicable), and good attitude

Resources

I will be posting a link to google docs as soon as possible

My Schedule

Health- 1st, 2nd, 4th, periods

Weight Training- 6th/7th Period

Conference/Planning Period- 3rd

Student Lunch- N/A