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Welcome to 8th grade Health! I look forward to exploring many areas of physical, social and mental/emotional health with you all! I am available most mornings at 7:30 and after school as well, just stop by! We can also arrange a mutually convenient time if these don't work for you. My email is mfico@westfieldnjk12.org, feel free to email me anytime.
September 2020 please email me if you need to meet or discuss anything. You won't be allowed in the building prior to your scheduled entrance time. mfico@westfieldnjk12.org
Grade 8 BTS Night 2020 - Google Slides.mp4Welcome to Back to School Night 2020!
Our 8th grade Health curriculum builds on the 6th and 7th grade curriculums. We continue to focus on wellness of both the physical and mental/emotional body.
Diseases, prevention and risk factors are explored . Students research and discuss current health issues and trends at the same time learning about credible sources of health information.
Bullying, internet safety, sexual harassment, are discussed along with decision making and refusal skills which are integrated throughout the curriculum.
Family life, puberty and adolescence will be taught in depth and include topics relevant to your teenagers. Some of the topics we cover are care of the body, dating, how to recognize an abusive relationship, healthy communication and setting boundaries to keep one safe.
Drug education focuses on the physical and behavioral effects of gateway drugs, club and date rape drugs, opioids and party safety. Decision making and refusal strategies are also a focus.
***Parents and/or significant adults are the single most important influence on our children; if you have not done so already, please start to communicate with your children on these important life topics!
Feel free to email me anytime if you have a question or concern. mfico@westfieldnjk12.org
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