FAMILY HEALTH SYLLABUS
Mr. Christensen
Fall, 2007
COURSE DESCRIPTION: One semester, .5 credits
per semester-Health
This course will include current issues in mental,
emotional, and physical health. Topics included are: appearance, relationships,
nutrition, environmental conditions, abuse of drugs, alcohol,
and tobacco, evaluation of consumer information, health careers, sexual
responsibilities and STD’s. This course will fulfill the state requirement for
health and may not be repeated for credit.
COURSE GOALS:
[Based on
the
1. The
student will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain an active
life: movement, physical fitness, and nutrition.
2. The
student will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain a healthy
life: recognize patterns of growth and development,
reduce health risks, and live safely.
3. The
student will analyze and evaluate the impact of real life influences on health.
4. The
student will effectively analyze health and safety information to develop
health and fitness plans based on life goals.
TEXT:
Merkie, Mary Bronson, and Merkie, Don; Health, A Guide
to Wellness; Glencoe McGraw-Hill,
GRADING:
·
COURSE
PROJECT: 15% of your Grade
·
DAILY
PARTICIPATION: (Reading responses, in-class participation, content based
assignments) ,,, 30% of your Grade
·
QUIZES/JOURNAL:
15% of your grade
·
TESTS on
CONTENT: 40% of your grade
A note on DAILY
PARTICIPATION and COOPERATION:
Those who work hard, participate in discussions, cooperate with others, and contribute to our positive learning climate deserve credit. Much of what we do in class will depend a great deal on your commitment and participation level. Therefore, these attributes will be a factor in determining your grade.
TEN-DAY ABSENCE RULE
If a student misses more
than ten (10) class sessions during a semester, he/she may be subject to loss
of credit in that class. This may be determined by the teacher of the class
impacted by attendance. The student may appeal the absences to the Attendance
Review Committee. The Attendance Review Committee will review student
attendance history, class grades, behavior, performance, and hear
student/parent comments in a formal meeting at the school or via an appeal
letter. A schedule change with loss of credit may be recommended or other
interventions such as the student making up class absences in excess of ten
(10) absences. The student/parent/guardian may appeal the committee
findings-recommendations to the principal within three (3) days upon receipt of
the Attendance Review Committee letter. They should write a letter requesting
an appeal to the
ATTENDANCE/CLASSROOM PROCEDURES:
As stated above, class participation in Health is an integral
factor in meeting the goals of this course. In order for students to acquire
content knowledge, use critical thinking skills and behaviors, and improve reading,
writing, and communication skills, they must be in class. Class time provides
students time and opportunity to reach course goals. These opportunities are
often impossible to recreate. With this in mind you should observe the
following attendance and conduct responsibilities:
1. Get to
class on time: Five (5) points will be deducted from your daily
participation grade for each unexcused tardy.
2. If you
miss a day of school for any reason it is your responsibility to check with me, after or before class
starts, to inquire about assignments you may have missed. You will be given
the same number of days you were absent to make up any assignments or tests.
3. Use a
three-ringed binder notebook to record your journals, organize your notes, homework, research
materials, and daily graded or ungraded assignments. Take notes: Take notes
during class discussions, videos, lectures, and even during group work. We will
use overhead or Power point notes, discussions, text reading assignments, and
group activity as sources of information for exam questions.
4. Hand
assignments in on time: Late assignments and tests will not be
accepted unless they are due to an excused absence.
5. Treat everyone with respect and tolerance: Our opinions, politics, talents, and capabilities differ. Keep in mind everyone comes from a different set of experiences and may have values that differ from yours. Respect for others is important.
6. Cell
Phones and other similar items are not to be on or activated during class.
They will be confiscated and turned in to the AHS Administration Office where
you may pick them up after school.
7. Please
clean up after yourself: Help keep this room tidy and do not
write on the desks.
8. Come to
class prepared: Bring your book, 3 ringed binder, paper, pencil
and pens, and assignments. Listen
and follow directions.
9. Academic honesty is to be practiced: No cheating! This means copying another person’s work on either a daily assignment or on an exam. If you are caught cheating you will receive no credit for that assignment or exam. Your final grade will be lowered by one full grade. If you repeat this error you lose credit for this class. If a GROUP or Cooperative Project is called for you will be informed that is the case. Otherwise it is expected that you will do your own work on all assignments.
FINAL NOTE:
The purpose of this class is to
learn about personal and family health. Because people learn in different ways
we will use several methods and activities to accomplish that goal. If you have
a problem in this class come and talk to me about it. It is appropriate to stop
by after class to set up an appointment to discuss an issue regarding
discipline, grading, course content, or teaching style. Good relationships rely
on clear communication. My intention is to provide you with the best possible
learning experience.