Virtual Open House - Health and Physical Education

Health Education

Course Description

Health education enables students to obtain, apply, and benefit from health information, services and skills in ways that enhance the individual, the community and society.

Health knowledge and skills enhance the ability to achieve life goals and to develop themselves emotionally, mentally, physically and socially.

Graduation Requirements

All SAHS students must pass one semester of Health with a 70 or higher in order to earn the .5 credits needed for graduation.

All SAHS students must meet the proficiency standards set for the course to graduate.

Health Education Content Areas

Community Health
Consumer Health
Environmental Health
Family Life Education
Growth & Development
Nutritional Health
Substance Use and Abuse
Safety and Accident Prevention
Prevention and Control of Disease and Disorders
Personal Health including Mental and Emotional Health

Major Topics of Study

Health Triangle
Stress Management
Decision Making
Goal Setting
Nutrition
First Aid and CPR
Family Life
Substance Use & Abuse

Emphasized Health Skills

Communication
Problem Solving
Goal Setting
Organizational Skills
Group Collaboration
Personal Responsibility
Health Literacy
Creativity
Public Speaking

Use of Current Technology

Health Education Expectations

Student Feedback

“The drug unit helped me make a good decision.”
“The guest speakers were informative and fun.”
“The first aid unit told me exactly what to do in an emergency.”
“I loved this class!”

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Questions or Concerns? Contact Fawn Haynie at fhaynie@msad54.org