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Updated Massachusetts Comprehensive Health and Physical Education Frameworks were released in September 2023.
Updated National Health Education Standards were released in March 2024.
Adherence to both sets of standards are being implemented in 2024-25 school year.
As new frameworks and standards are implemented, information is subject to change.
All sex and relationships education content will stay consistent for the entirety of the school year with the information
released to families in the fall.
Massachusetts Comprehensive Health and Physical Education Frameworks (2023)
Massachusetts Comprehensive Health and Physical Education Frameworks (2023)
PRACTICES/ SKILLS
Decision Making and Problem Solving
Self-management and Goal Setting
Social Awareness, Relationship, and Communication Skills
Movement Skills
Self-awareness and Analyzing Influences
Information and Resource Seeking
Self-Advocacy and Health Promotion
TOPICS
Healthy Relationships
Mental and Emotional Health
Nutrition and Balanced Eating
Personal Safety
Physical Activity and Fitness
Physical Health and Hygiene
Public, Community, and Environmental Health
Sexual Health
Substance Use and Misuse
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