Review of the protocols, practices, and requirements for schools/students as a result of Covid 19

SEL is the process through which people understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. SEL will be a part of each topic for health in grade four. The underlying features include self awareness, self management, social awareness, relationships, and decision making.

Goal : "to promote positive self-concept and to provide students with the knowledge, skills and experiences which will facilitate the transition into adolescence. "

"Examines the influences of family and friends on individual growth and development by exploring such topics as: family units, healthy friendships, peers, stereotyping, rights and responsibilities, respect, and consideration for self and others. "

"Focuses on the total physical development of the body through infancy, childhood and puberty. This component promotes an understanding of the various body systems, their relationships to one another and their overall contribution to health. "

"The Nutrition component focuses on the importance of obtaining the appropriate kind and amount of food each day in order to maintain good health and the value of following Canada’s Guidelines for Healthy Eating "

"Provides children with knowledge about disease-causing bacteria and viruses, allergies, health conditions and the degree to which a person can contribute to his/her own health through immunization, personal hygiene and disease prevention behaviour."

"This component provides children with knowledge about teeth, the care of teeth, and the practices which will assist them in achieving and maintaining good dental health as they grow and assume more responsibility for their own health care. "

"The objectives of the Active Living component are consistent with the physical growth and development of children, and include posture, relaxation activities, strength, physical work and daily physical activity. Through physical involvement, children are encouraged to acquire attitudes and skills which will increase the likelihood of active living as a lifelong practice. "

"Underlying this component of the health curriculum is the recognition that growing up can be a risky time in a child’s life. To provide children with an understanding of how injuries can be prevented, potential hazards as well as precautions are identified. "

"The Drug Education component is relevant to the specific needs of children in this province in terms of the impact of drug use, misuse, abuse and chemical dependency. There is an emphasis on identification, prevention, treatment and the legal implications of substance abuse. "

"Consumer Health focuses on topics such as advertising of health products, sources of health information, access to health services, medical research and regulations. "

"The Environmental Health component of the program introduces children to the potential for reusing, reducing and recycling in this province. It also points to the need for action on the part of children, as well as adults, in addressing such issues as litter and its impact on the environment. Global issues of an environmental nature are also addressed including the depletion of the ozone layer, global warming and the greenhouse effect, and the types of pollution that threaten our ecosystem. "