How to be successful in Health
In our 8th grade Health Education classes we will be meeting the LPS Health Standards with special attention given to the six youth health risk behaviors and how they affect school age youth.
Youth Risk Behaviors Include:
1. Behavior that results in Unintentional and Intentional Injuries
2. Tobacco Use
3. Alcohol and other drug use
4. Sexual behaviors that result in sexually transmitted diseases (including HIV) and
unintentional pregnancies.
5. Dietary behaviors which contribute to disease
6. Physical inactivity
HEALTH UNITS
In 8th grade at Scott Middle School, we concentrate on Mental and Emotional Health, Social and Family Health, Physical Fitness, Nutrition, Injury Prevention and Safety, Alcohol, Tobacco, & Other Drugs, and Growth and Development ( Understanding Sexuality ). Prior to the beginning of the Growth & Development Unit, because of some sensitive issues, parents will be notified. The material and discussions included within these units will help the students lay the groundwork for making healthy choices.
GRADING
Activities will be graded on a point basis. These will include daily assignments, writings, quizzes, unit tests, instructional videos, and projects. The following grade scale will be used:
100-90 = A 74-70 = C
89-85 = B+ 69-65 = D+
84-80 = B 64-60 = D
79-75 = C+ 59-0 = F
Students will also be receiving grades in two areas: Work Habits and Social/Behavior Skills