Warren Middle School Health Education

Teachers

Andrew Ahimovic (6th grade)

Danielle Buzby (7th grade)

TJ Fabiano (8th grade)

Welcome to Middle School Health Education! We are looking forward to working with all of you this year!

Course Descriptions:

Grade 6: The 6^th Grade Health cycle discusses the following topics: Human Body Systems (Skeletal, Muscular, Digestive, Circulatory, Respiratory, and Nervous; Healthy Triangle (Physical, Social, and Mental Wellness); Communication (Skills and Strategies for Effectiveness); Self-Esteem (Understanding and Managing Relationships); Stress (Recognizing and Managing Stress-Related Issues); and Nutrition as it relates to caring for the Human Body Systems.

Grade 7: The 7^th Grade Health cycle discusses the following topics: Pubertal/Adolescent Changes; Endocrine System (Anatomy & Physiology); Female Reproductive System (Anatomy & Physiology); Male Reproductive System (Anatomy & Physiology); Pregnancy/Childbirth (Mother/Fetus Development and Female Body Changes); and Tobacco, Vaping/Electronic Cigarettes, Marijuana; Inhalants (Short & Long Term Side Effects/Social, Emotional, and Physical Consequences).

Grade 8: The 8^th Grade Health cycle discusses the following topics: Abstinence/Healthy Relationships/Teen Dating Violence (Strategies and Skills to Maintain Healthy Relationships); Pregnancy Prevention (Different Forms of Birth Control); Sexually Transmitted Diseases (Signs, Symptoms and Treatment), Alcohol/Illegal Drugs (Short & Long Term Side Effects/Social, Emotional, and Physical Consequences).

Health Class General Rules, Guidelines, and Expectations

· Student should be prepared and ready to learn when logging onto google classroom.

· Students should be on time to class. Students will be provided two excused tardies. The third and subsequent tardy will result in lunch reflection.

· Students should maintain appropriate vocabulary during specified topics and are expected to demonstrate respect and acceptance in all instances.

· Students may not plagiarize or copy work of another student.

· Students are encourage to be engaged in each class

If you have any questions or concerns please contact your health teacher

We are looking forward to working with everyone during the 2022-2023 school year!