The last day with first trimester Encore classes is Tuesday, November 24th. It has been a fun and exciting trimester and I have thouroughly enjoyed all of my classes. As a reminder, ALL late and missing work must be turned in by Monday to count towards grades!
I hope everyone has a fantastic Thanksgiving break and I'm looking forward to meeting my 2nd trimester students.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Sunday, November 8, 2009
end of the trimester.... coming soon!
This is just a reminder... the end of the trimester is coming soon! Parents, please check your child's health grades. If there are any "zeros" that assignment is missing. With the end of the trimester rapidly approaching, it is important that all missing work is turned in!
Sixth graders are wrapping up the Body Systems unit. They will take their chapter test on Monday. We will continue on with a unit on puberty.
Seventh graders are working on a unit about relationship abuse and sexual harassment. They are learning what is appropriate in a relationship.
Eighth graders are beginning work in the "Gameplan" workbooks. Each student will get a workbook that they will have to complete assignments in. Parent involvement will be a part of this unit, so look forward to parent interview discussions!
Sixth graders are wrapping up the Body Systems unit. They will take their chapter test on Monday. We will continue on with a unit on puberty.
Seventh graders are working on a unit about relationship abuse and sexual harassment. They are learning what is appropriate in a relationship.
Eighth graders are beginning work in the "Gameplan" workbooks. Each student will get a workbook that they will have to complete assignments in. Parent involvement will be a part of this unit, so look forward to parent interview discussions!
Friday, October 23, 2009
AWARE next week
The AWARE program will begin in 8th grade health classes next week. The following is a statement from the AWARE program describing what the presentations will involve. If you were not able to attend the parent information evening, please email me and I will forward you more of the information that was presented!
What is AWARE?
AWARE, a comprehensive prevention program, is designed to provide middle/junior high school students with the information and resources they need to face tough relationship issues. Young people who are informed and educated are more likely to make healthy decisions, develop healthy relationships and postpone sexual involvement.
AWARE comprises five components hosted by three collaborative partners: Teen Parent Connection, the YWCA West Suburban Center, and the Robert Crown Center for Health Education.
A Parent Workshop is held in advance of the student
program. It is designed to educate parents about the
issues of teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections
and sexual assault.. Agency representatives describe
each component of the AWARE program, answer
questions and provide information on community
resources surrounding these issues.
Student workshops include interactive discussions with presenters from:
Robert Crown Center for Health Education focuses on the transmission, long-term consequences, and prevention of sexually transmitted infections.
Teen Parent Connection utilizes health educators and adolescent parents to share with students the long term realities of teen pregnancy and parenting. A Teen Parent Connection Health Educator focuses on decision making, healthy sexuality and the emotional and physical risks of early sexual activity.
YWCA West Suburban Center involves students in a discussion about sexual violence and how to recognize when a relationship becomes potentially abusive.
Each agency offers supportive services that complement the information provided to students and their parents. These additional services may be obtained by contacting the appropriate agency.
What is AWARE?
AWARE, a comprehensive prevention program, is designed to provide middle/junior high school students with the information and resources they need to face tough relationship issues. Young people who are informed and educated are more likely to make healthy decisions, develop healthy relationships and postpone sexual involvement.
AWARE comprises five components hosted by three collaborative partners: Teen Parent Connection, the YWCA West Suburban Center, and the Robert Crown Center for Health Education.
A Parent Workshop is held in advance of the student
program. It is designed to educate parents about the
issues of teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections
and sexual assault.. Agency representatives describe
each component of the AWARE program, answer
questions and provide information on community
resources surrounding these issues.
Student workshops include interactive discussions with presenters from:
Robert Crown Center for Health Education focuses on the transmission, long-term consequences, and prevention of sexually transmitted infections.
Teen Parent Connection utilizes health educators and adolescent parents to share with students the long term realities of teen pregnancy and parenting. A Teen Parent Connection Health Educator focuses on decision making, healthy sexuality and the emotional and physical risks of early sexual activity.
YWCA West Suburban Center involves students in a discussion about sexual violence and how to recognize when a relationship becomes potentially abusive.
Each agency offers supportive services that complement the information provided to students and their parents. These additional services may be obtained by contacting the appropriate agency.
Monday, October 19, 2009
AWARE
Next Monday the AWARE program will start for students in eighth grade. Students will receive this presentation during their health class. If a student is not in health class they will be “pulled out” of their fifth or eighth hour class during one of the trimesters for this four day presentation.
There will be a parent presentation this Tuesday (October 20th) at 7:00 pm. Aspects of the sexuality education program will be discussed. Parents are strongly encouraged to attend! If you are unable to attend but would like the information , please email me and I will get it to you!
There will be a parent presentation this Tuesday (October 20th) at 7:00 pm. Aspects of the sexuality education program will be discussed. Parents are strongly encouraged to attend! If you are unable to attend but would like the information , please email me and I will get it to you!
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
mid-terms
It's hard to believe that first trimester is already half way over! Before we know it, it will be time to switch encore classes. 1st trimester health classes have been working hard and doing a fantastic job.
In sixth grade, we are continuing work on the physical health unit. Students have been learning about the importance of exercise and keeping their bodies fit.
Seventh grade students on the drug and alcohol unit. They turned in tobacco projects on Monday and did very impressive work.
The eighth graders just started the Health Behavior Contract project. For this project, they decide on one area of their health that they would like to improve and choose something that they would like to turn into a daily habit. They will work on their health goal and monitor it for the next month. Hopefully all of the students picked something that they truly want to improve in their lives!
In sixth grade, we are continuing work on the physical health unit. Students have been learning about the importance of exercise and keeping their bodies fit.
Seventh grade students on the drug and alcohol unit. They turned in tobacco projects on Monday and did very impressive work.
The eighth graders just started the Health Behavior Contract project. For this project, they decide on one area of their health that they would like to improve and choose something that they would like to turn into a daily habit. They will work on their health goal and monitor it for the next month. Hopefully all of the students picked something that they truly want to improve in their lives!
Friday, September 25, 2009
Lifeskills
Next week we are lucky to have Mr. Shilliga from the Township of Downers Grove presenting the Lifeskills program. The Lifeskills program is taught at all of the surrounding junior highs. It is a GREAT opportunity for students to learn skills for use in their every day lives.
The sixth grade program focuses on bullying. Students will learn what to do in situations where they are victims of bullying. They will also learn how to help friends and how to make sure they are not being bullies themselves.
The seventh grade program focuses on drug education. The presentation goes along wonderfully with the Lakeview drug education curriculum. The students will discuss what certain drugs do to the body. The focus will be on refusal skills and how to "Say NO."
The eighth grade program focuses on stress management and goal setting. Students will learn ways to relieve stress and how to prevent it from happening. They will also practice goal setting with an emphasis on preparing for high school.
The students should have a wonderful week! Please ask your child about the program and what they are learning :)
The sixth grade program focuses on bullying. Students will learn what to do in situations where they are victims of bullying. They will also learn how to help friends and how to make sure they are not being bullies themselves.
The seventh grade program focuses on drug education. The presentation goes along wonderfully with the Lakeview drug education curriculum. The students will discuss what certain drugs do to the body. The focus will be on refusal skills and how to "Say NO."
The eighth grade program focuses on stress management and goal setting. Students will learn ways to relieve stress and how to prevent it from happening. They will also practice goal setting with an emphasis on preparing for high school.
The students should have a wonderful week! Please ask your child about the program and what they are learning :)
Monday, September 21, 2009
illness prevention
Thank you to Mrs. Heckman, our district nurse, for speaking to health classes about illness prevention this week!
With the flu season approaching and the recent spread of H1N1, it is important to follow the tips that Mrs. Heckman shared with our classes. She said that in order to prevent the spread of illness, we should all take the following steps:
-make sure to get enough sleep
-eat healthy foods
-wash hands with warm soap and water as frequently as possible!
-if you sneeze, try to cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your arm
-throw tissues away as soon as you use them
-use hand sanitizer if you are unable to wash your hands with soap and water
-do NOT share any type of food or drink with others
-avoid touching your face at any time
I hope that students are able to follow these steps in order to avoid as much illness as possible!
With the flu season approaching and the recent spread of H1N1, it is important to follow the tips that Mrs. Heckman shared with our classes. She said that in order to prevent the spread of illness, we should all take the following steps:
-make sure to get enough sleep
-eat healthy foods
-wash hands with warm soap and water as frequently as possible!
-if you sneeze, try to cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your arm
-throw tissues away as soon as you use them
-use hand sanitizer if you are unable to wash your hands with soap and water
-do NOT share any type of food or drink with others
-avoid touching your face at any time
I hope that students are able to follow these steps in order to avoid as much illness as possible!
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