GUNTERSVILLE HIGH

HEALTH CLASS

 LAURA LEAK

2008-2009 

Health Class -- Learning about life's little lessons...

tenth grade health-Class Schedule:

FIRST PERIOD-HEALTH-7;45-8:38

SECOND PERIOD-HEATH-8:38-9:45

THIRD PERIOD-HEALTH-9:48-10:41

FOURTH PERIOD-HEALTH-10:44-11:37

FIFTH PERIOD-HEALTH-11:40-1:00   

SIXTH PERIOD-PLANNING-1:03-1:56

SEVENTH PERIOD-Strength training-1:59-2:52

***Lesson Plans/Class Assignments***

REMEMBER ........ "PAY IT FORWARD!!"

May 11th-15th, 2009

Monday  May 11th-Watch video and take notes on: What you don't know can kill you-Sexually Transmitted Disease and AIDS

Tuesday May 12th-Continue Lecture on Abstinence, STD's, AIDS and Teen Pregnancy

Wednesday May 13th-Continue Lecture on Abstinence, STD's, AIDS and Teen Pregnancy

Thursday May 14th- Go to Computer Lab to work on Power Point Projects

Friday May 15th-Worksheets on STD Vocabulary

REMEMBER ........ "PAY IT FORWARD!!"

"Always remember 9-11"

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2008-2009 Syllabus 

Course Level: 10^th Grade

Course: Health and Wellness   

Email:  lauraleak@gcboe.net                             

School number: 256-582-2046

Health and Wellness

I. TEXTS

            Glencoe, McGraw-Hill: Health and Wellness

            Hoeger, Werner, and Sharon Hoeger. Principles and labs for fitness and wellness.                            6^th Edition. Wadswroth/Thompson Learning: Belmont, CA, 2002.

            Others as assigned

II. COURSE DESCRIPTION

            This course will consist of lectures, discussion, literary analysis and presentations from research studies in medicine, bodily processes, physical education, and health which promote solving problems in areas of physical wellness. This course will consider the basic concepts of wellness and health promotion as they relate to stages of growth and development. In addition, application of proper nutrition, weight control, stress management, tobacco use, safety, and various aspects of exercise science research to advocate physical health and performance will be considered.

III. GRADING SYSTEM

            Grades are determined on a cumulative point system. At the end of the nine weeks, the total number of points is divided by the total points possible. The resulting percentage is the students’ grade for that grading period. Grades include: (1) vocabulary tests, (2) pop quizzes, (3) unit test, (4) research papers, (5) group projects, (6) individual projects/assignments, and (7) class participation.

IV. MAKEUP WORK

            In general, absent students should call a classmate to get assignments and be prepared for any class work, including tests, pop tests, etc., on the day they return to class. An absence on the day prior to the test shall not excuse students from tests or quizzes.

            No makeup tests are given for unexcused absences, nor will other assignments be accepted for unexcused absences. Only work missed for excused absences can be made up. The teacher will not give any makeup work to student who has not provided a blue slip indicating an excused absence. (In the event of extended illness, a student should make arrangements with the teacher and the counselor’s office.)

            Within two days of a student’s return to class, he/she should show a blue slip and see the instructor before or after class to schedule makeup work. Following the handbook guidelines, all makeup work must be completed within five days of the students’ return to class.

            Please note: Participation in a school activity that necessitates missing class is NOT considered a school absence; therefore, there is no five-day period allowed for making up work. Students are expected to be prepared immediately upon returning to class. Thus, it is crucial that prior to absence for participation in school activities, a student should see the teacher to make arrangements for work missed.

V. MAKE UP TEST GRADES

            It is the responsibility of students to find out about missed tests because the instructor will NOT remind students of missed work. A grade of zero is assigned for a test or quiz not taken in class. If the student fails to make up the test within five days of the absence, the zero remains. When making up tests, the student must adjust his/her schedule to meet the time frame of the teacher; this may mean remaining after school. Students may expect makeup tests to be different. Each grading period, after one test is made up, further test makeups may be subject to penalties.

VI. MAKE UP POP QUIZZES

            A pop quiz or daily grade is not made up for anyone, regardless of absence excuse. The student will be assigned a zero for pop quizzes during absences; if the absence is excused, the zero may be dropped at the discretion of the instructor.

VII. CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS

1.      Have…..good behavior.

2.      Have…..good manners.

3.      Come….prepared.

4.      Follow…instructions.

5.   Respect....teacher and peers

VIII. COURSE OUTLINE/OBJECTIVES

            Upon successfully completing this course the student should as a result of: (1) planned instruction, (2) class assignments, (3) laboratory exercises, and (4)related readings, be able to discuss the following topics with respect to these specific concepts:

A.     Physical Fitness and Wellness

1.      Define physical fitness-health fitness versus High physical fitness

2.      Identify the major health problems as a result of too little physical activity in the United States

B.     Nutrition

1.      Principles of nutrition for wellness

a.       Define nutrition and describe its relationship to health and well-being

b.      Describe the role of the major nutrient food groups

c.       Learn to conduct a nutrient analysis

d.      Learn how to achieve a balanced diet through the use of the food pyramid

2.      Principles of weight control

a.       Understand concepts of obesity

b.      Recognize role of lifetime exercise program as the key to weight loss

c.       Learn to implement a sound weight reduction and weight maintenance program

3.      Principles of Physical Activity

a.       Understand the importance of cardiovascular endurance

b.      Understand the principles that govern cardiovascular exercise

c.       Learn basic skills to enhance exercise adherence

d.      Understand concepts and factors that promote body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility

e.       Clarify misconceptions regarding fact versus fallacy and differences between the genders for these components

C.     Mental and Emotional Health

            1. Explain the role of stress in the maintenance of health and optimal       performance

            2. Define stress, eustress, and distress

            3. Define the role of physical activity in stress reduction

            4. Discuss different stress management techniques and the pros and cons           of each

D. Diseases

            1. Cardiovascular Disease

                        a. Define and discuss the importance of a healthy lifestyle in the prevention of cardiovascular disease

                        b. Discuss the major risk factors that may lead to the development of coronary heart disease

            2. Cancer Risk Management

                        a. Define cancer and how it spreads

                        b. Discuss the importance of health education in a cancer prevention program

                        c. Discuss major risk factors that lead to the development of specific types of cancer

                        d. Know early warning signs and possible guidelines for prevention

                        e. Understand how to assess your own risk for the development for certain types of cancer

            3. Asthma

                        a. Define asthma and how it affects exercise

                        b. Discuss methods of treating asthma

E. Abstinence, STD’s, and Teen Pregnancy

            1. Understand the concepts and factors associated with abstinence, STD’s and teen pregnancy

            2. Discuss the major risks associated with STD’s and teen pregnancy

F. Alcohol, Drugs, and Tobacco

            1. Understand the detrimental health effects of alcohol, drugs, and  tobacco.

            2. Recognize that cigarette smoking as the largest preventable cause of premature illness and death in the United States.

            3. Understand the benefits and the significance of alcohol, drug, and tobacco cessation programs.

G. CPR/First Aid

                        1. Understand the method and procedures associated with CPR

                        2. Recognize situations when to utilize CPR procedures

                        3. Understand and analyze situations that require First Aid

                        4. Learn to address situations that require First Aid

IX. GRADING PROCEDURES

            A final grade will be awarded on the following basis:

                        FINAL GRADE

                                   A= 90-100%   Student demonstrates maturity when discussing material; student demonstrates organization; student demonstrates knowledge and understanding

                                   B=80-90%Student demonstrate maturity when discussing material; student demonstrates organization; student demonstrates knowledge although not a clear understanding of concepts

                                   C=70-80%      Student demonstrates average organization; student demonstrates some knowledge of the material;  student lacks maturity in discussing topics

                                   D=60-70%      Student demonstrates a lack of organization; student demonstrates a lack of maturity; student  understands some content, but does not complete assignments

                                   F= below 60%   Student is very disorganized; student does not complete assignments; student demonstrates a lack of maturity

"Always remember 9-11"