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7th Grade: Welcome to Health class! As we begin the course, students will be introduced to the three dimensions of health (The Health Triangle). They will be using the information they learn to assess their own health beyond just physical. After identifying potential areas of improvement, students will begin learning about the process of planning & goal setting. This will be the first major project they will complete- tracking progress on a chosen goal for a period of two weeks.

This class is project-based and relies heavily on participation and effort. Your child will be starting almost all assignments and projects in class and may be asked to finish up as homework. Students are encouraged to stay after school for additional support.

8th Grade: Welcome back! We start the semester with a mini project designed to get to know each other based on our memories.

This year, students will build on their knowledge from last year and begin to explore the 5 Dimensions of Wellness (physical, social, intellectual, spiritual, and emotional). Then we will take a closer look at life expectancy/longevity and discover how much control we have over our health. Similar to last year, the course is project-based but students will be asked to spend more time outside of class, working independently on these projects.

None of the links/articles below are used with students and are meant for parent information only. These sites are not personally monitored by the teacher or North Colonie Schools but may be helpful for some. Use at your discretion.

AMAZE - Age appropriate info on puberty for tweens and their parentsAMAZE takes the awkward out of sex ed. Real info in fun, animated videos that give you all the answers you actually want to know.

Talk With Your KidsKeep your children safe + healthy. . .talk with them about sex!

Information, Advice and Support to Keep Children Safe OnlineWorking with online safety experts, we’re here to guide you through the many issues children can experience when using the internet

Reviews for what your kids want to watch (before they watch it) | Common Sense MediaCommon Sense Media is the leading source of entertainment and technology recommendations for families. Parents trust our expert reviews and objective advice.

The Parents' Guide to the X-Plan: How to Hold Up Your End of the Bargain - Positive Parenting SolutionsWant to give your kids a way out of potentially dangerous social situations? Learn how to implement the X-Plan as a way to keep your tweens and teens safe.

Why having the sex talk early and often with your kids is good for themThink you’ve had the sex talk so now you’re done? Think again.

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A new puberty guide for kids aims to replace anxiety with self-confidenceTalking about testes and menses can be super awkward for any kid. A new book tries to take the embarrassment out of growing up – and be inclusive of every body.