Health

Welcome to Health

Grade Level: 9

Credits: 1 Credit

Full Year, 2- or 3-day per week course

The goal of Health Education is to help establish patterns of behavior that will assist a person in achieving complete health. This is done by following the NYS health education standards along with updated current facts and current events. Complete health is accomplished by having a balance of physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being. Building a solid foundation of good decision-making skills can contribute to a variety of healthy choices for themselves and others. Development of a healthy body and a healthy mind will assist young people in living active, productive, and successful lives. This course is required for graduation from high school.