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MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS
(5th - 8th grade)
In Person: If schools are open to visitors, we are happy mask up and present our health education programs to students in class as we traditionally do (no fee)
Synchronous (virtual "live"): We are presenting all of our health education programs virtually using video conferencing. This method of program delivery allows us to reach students in the classroom as well as those working remotely and gives students additional synchronous instruction time (no fee).
Asynchronous (virtual pre-recorded): All of our health education programs have been broken down into 12-15 minute modules for educators to use with students remotely. Each lesson includes a "show what you know" worksheet (no fee).
Relationships 101
Students learn the six key elements of establishing healthy relationships, explore respect, values and boundaries, and practice healthy ways to handle conflict.
Objectives:
• Define a relationship
• Identify characteristics of healthy relationships
• Practice healthy communication skills
• Demonstrate assertive communication and healthy conflict resolution skills
Relationships 201
This program helps students work through some of the challenging aspects of their relationships. Students will learn how to deal with unhealthy relationships, recognize when it is time to break up and how to do so respectfully, and identify red flags of an abusive relationship.
Objectives:
• Identify aspects of maturity which may impact an intimate relationship
• Define relationship abuse and describe consequences of abusive relationships
• Demonstrate assertive and effective communication skills
• List resources available for adolescents in unhealthy relationships
STI Health and Prevention
A straightforward and honest presentation about the choices students make regarding sexual contact. Sexually-transmitted infections (STI's) and other consequences are discussed.
Objectives:
• Explain how the most common STIs are transmitted
• Learn ways to decrease the spread of STIs by not having sex, using condoms consistently and correctly,
not touching blood or used hypodermic needle
Stress Less
Students explore the science behind stress and anxiety, the concept of resilience and identify/practice healthy coping skills.
Objectives:
• Explain causes and effects of stress and anxiety
• Explain positive and negative ways of dealing with stress and anxiety
• Define resilience and learn techniques for building resilience
• Practice mindfulness techniques
• Identify resources that students can use when they need help
• Apply strategies to improve or maintain positive mental and emotional health
Science Behind Addiction
This program dispels common myths and perceptions about how drugs affect the body with a focus on how the human body builds a tolerance to certain chemicals that can lead to addiction. The specific dangers of prescription drug misuse and abuse are emphasized.
Objectives:
• Discuss potential risks associated with inappropriate use of over-the-counter/prescription medications
• Describe the difference between medicines and illicit drugs
• Identify types of illicit drugs and strategies to avoid them
The Vaping Epidemic
This program educates students on the facts and myths about vaping and the adverse health effects.
Objectives:
Discuss types/brands of electronic cigarettes
Review the effects of vaping
Discuss stages of addiction and nicotine withdrawal
Middle School: Programs
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