Standards
Describe the function of the respiratory system (e.g., exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen) between air sacs and capillaries.
Generate resourceMake decisions regarding food choices based on balance (e.g., food log, meal planning, grocery shopping), moderation and variety.
Generate resourceIdentify and describe the basic structure and function of the male and female reproductive system (e.g., menstrual cycle, nocturnal emissions).
Generate resourceDescribe how to keep the immune system healthy and explain the principles of vaccination and immunization.
Generate resourceIdentify and describe the basic structure and functions of the endocrine system including growth (pituitary), reproduction (ovaries, testes), fight or flight responses (adrenal), energy, metabolism (thyroid).
Generate resourceDescribe how muscles affect overall health (e.g., burning calories, good posture, healthy heart).
Generate resourceIdentify the sources and basic functions of the six essential nutrients including fiber, and locate five essential nutrients (carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals) on food labels and recognize that this information helps one make healthy food choices.
Generate resourceDescribe strategies to prevent bullying (e.g., avoid being alone, stay away from people who fight, ignore insults).
Generate resourceCompare and contrast community helpers and agencies who can provide assistance for specific health issues or problems (e.g., firemen, policemen, paramedics, American Heart Association).
Generate resourceLabel the major components (i.e., kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra) and functions of the urinary/excretory system (e.g., removes liquid waste from the body).
Generate resourceDemonstrate basic first aid procedures for handling weather-related emergencies (e.g., hypothermia, frostbite, and heat exhaustion).
Generate resourceRelate the effects of human actions towards people with diverse backgrounds and demonstrate ways to effectively communicate with them.
Generate resourceIdentify and describe basic causes, symptoms, treatments, and management of common communicable diseases and health problems.
Generate resourceIdentify the purposes of prescriptions, OTC drugs, and other natural substances (herbs) and how they can be used safely (e.g., treat illness, prevent health problems).
Generate resourceIdentify the different types of bones (i.e., long, flat, wide, short, and curved) and their functions (mineral storage, calcium, red blood cells, growth plates).
Generate resourceClassify substances in the home according to proper and improper usage (e.g., bleach is for cleaning and not for ingesting; vitamins are one a day and not several a day).
Generate resourceIdentify personal stressors in daily living (e.g., large groups, tests, family pressures, too busy, language barriers) and describe strategies to deal with these stressors (coping, time management, decision-making).
Generate resourceDescribe strategies to prevent violence (e.g., count to 10 before acting, talk to a trusted adult about feelings, physical activity, channel energy into worthwhile activity).
Generate resourceAnalyze the effects of choosing healthy alternatives rather than using or abusing substances.
Generate resourceIdentify steps of conflict resolution: (1) identify the conflict; (2) agree to disagree; (3) listen to each other; (4) negotiate; (5) compromise on a solution.
Generate resourceIdentify that there are certain conditions and lifestyle behaviors that enhance both the growth and spread of pathogens (e.g., person-to-person, food, water, not washing hands, improper refrigeration, lack of purification).
Generate resourceDescribe proper food guidelines and storage (e.g., expiration date, refrigerated vs. non-refrigerated food).
Generate resourceDescribe the processes of the digestive system (e.g., how the teeth, tongue, and saliva begin the digestive process) and how they are affected by lifestyle choices (e.g., diet, activity level, dental care).
Generate resourceIdentify actual or potential risks factors and reduction methods within the environment that can affect one's health (e.g., wearing sunscreen, having parent change furnace filter).
Generate resourceDescribe how TAOD can affect the body systems (e.g., circulatory, respiratory, nervous).
Generate resourceCompare the air quality between the smoking and non-smoking area of a restaurant and identify harmful effects of second hand smoke.
Generate resourceClassify activities as they relate to the health related fitness components and identify behaviors, that if performed regularly, can contribute to a healthy lifestyle (eating breakfast daily, not smoking, adequate sleep, maintain normal weight, regular physical activity, avoiding alcohol, healthy snacking).
Generate resourceShow the effects of lifestyle choices (e.g., high fat diet, physical activity) on the cardio-respiratory system and relate how the cardio-respiratory system affects quality of life.
Generate resourceDetermine the cause/effect of healthy lifestyle choices as they relate to the three layers of skin (nutrition, hydration, exercise.
Generate resourceExplain and cite examples where the decision making process may be used (e.g., choosing sports, snacks, friends).
Generate resourcePredict the outcome when safety equipment is used/not used in physical activity.
Generate resourceCollect and display examples of how the media can influence a consumer decision regarding health practices and products (e.g., magazine, newspaper, commercial).
Generate resourceAssess personal environment and recognize the potential for danger in everyday situations (e.g., not wearing seatbelt, too many plugs in one outlet, telling caller parents are out).
Generate resourceExplain how healthy behaviors enhance the body's basic lines of defense (e.g., sleep, physical activity, healthy food choices).
Generate resourceAssess situations that may require coping strategies (e.g., loneliness, boredom, grief, anger, shyness) and list assets that would help address these situations.
Generate resourceStudents will analyze the influence of family, peers, culture, media, technology, and other factors on health behaviors.
Generate resourceStudents will demonstrate the ability to use decision-making skills to enhance health.
Generate resourceStudents will demonstrate the ability to access valid information and products and services to enhance health.
Generate resourceStudents will comprehend concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention to enhance health.
Generate resourceStudents will demonstrate the ability to use interpersonal communication skills to enhance health and avoid or reduce health risks.
Generate resourceStudents will demonstrate the ability to practice health-enhancing behaviors and avoid or reduce health risks.
Generate resourceStudents will demonstrate the ability to advocate for personal, family, and community health.
Generate resourceStudents will demonstrate the ability to use goal-setting skills to enhance health.
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