COURSES
The Health
& Life Skills Department
The Health and Life Skills Department focuses on increasing knowledge, developing skills, and
connecting course content to real-life situations. As Health Educators, we are dedicated to helping
students increase their overall health and level of success – both during and after high school. All
courses offered include hands-on-learning and the integration of technology with the goal of engaging
the student and enhancing their learning experience in the classroom. In addition, our courses offer
opportunities for student to explore various careers. Health 9 and Health 10 are both graduation requirement courses. Child Development is an electives that can be taken at any point during a student’s high school career.
The Health and Life Skills Department will assess the following academic competency from the
school’s 21st Century Learning Expectations: The student applies acquired knowledge and skills to new
and/or real world contexts.
Health 9
HEALTH
Credits: 1.25
Grade: 9
Prerequisite: None
Length of Course: Meets 2 out of 6 days per cycle; One Semester
This course focuses on health issues that affect the everyday lives of teens. This course includes health
knowledge along with skills that can be used to create and sustain healthy habits. Topics include stress
management, substance abuse prevention, nutrition, human sexuality, time management, and
relationships. Projects and activities in this class will build on writing, decision-making, and internet
research. This course is a graduation requirement.
Health 10
HEALTH 10
Credits: 1.25
Grades: 10
Prerequisite: None
Length of Course: Meets 2 out of 6 days per cycle; One Semester
TBD
Child
Development
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Credits: 5
Grades - 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Length of Course: Full Year
This course studies the physical, emotional, social and intellectual development of the young child from
birth to age nine. This class is ideal for any student who currently babysits, has young siblings, or is
thinking about becoming a daycare provider or teacher. The class is also an excellent option for students
interested in working with children or families in any medical profession. Stages of pregnancy, prenatal
development, parenting, and various health issues will also be covered. An optional teen pregnancy
prevention project involving a computerized baby doll will be offered to students. Along with the
textbook, the course will include guest speakers, internet projects, interactive class activities, and
elementary school visits.