8th Grade Health

Course Description

This is a comprehensive introduction of health principles designed for the promotion of healthy life-choices and illness prevention.

Course Goal/Rationale

Students will be able to understand the principles of health promotion and the prevention and treatment of illness and injury. Students will understand human body systems and factors that influence growth and development. Students will also learn to promote and enhance health and well-being through the use of effective communication and decision-making skills.

Duration

Six week rotation within the Physical Education program.

Grading Scale

A = 90-100, B = 80-89, C = 70-79, D = 60-69, F = 59 and below

Coursework Policy

All assignments and projects are due on time. If you have a specific concern that keeps you from turning your work in on time, speak to me as soon as possible.

Assignments

1. Drug Project – 30 points

2. Environmental Health Project – 50 points

3. Environmental Health Worksheet - 10 points

4. Tic Tac Toe Project – 30 points

5. Portfolio - 2 random binder checks – 10 points

6. Participation - 10 points

Total Possible – 140 points

Extra Credit

I DO NOT give extra credit. If you do all your work successfully and try your best in class, I guarantee you will pass. Anything better than passing depends on how hard you are willing to work.

Cheating Policy

Any student caught cheating will receive a zero on the coursework involved and will be turned in to the office.

Required Materials

Writing utensil, paper, and a folder must be brought to every class.

Rules

1. Show respect for all teachers and students.

2. Do not talk out of turn and do not interrupt others.

3. Act responsibly at all times.

4. Always use common sense.

Final Suggestions

Show up for class every day, do your work, and show respect for yourself, your peers, and your teachers and you will be successful!

Course Outline

I. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Students will continue to apply knowledge and skill with regard to CPR. Students will enhance their personal development in learning strategies for stress reduction.

A. CPR infant, child, and adult

B. Stress/Stress Reduction

II. HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

Students will focus on Human Growth and Development with emphasis on abstinence.

A. Abstinence

B. STDs

C. HIV/AIDS

D. Consequences of teen pregnancy

E. Date Rape

III. DRUG AWARENESS

Students will develop an understanding of the dangers of recreational drug use.

A. Club Drugs

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