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The goal of health education is to develop health literate individuals. Health literate individuals can implement seven health skills while understanding multiple health areas to
New York City grades 6-8 health education scope and sequence. This curricular planning resource provides a practical framework for implementing comprehensive, skills-based Health Education instruction at the middle school level. Access a black and white version for easy printing.
Our school is committed to providing a comprehensive Health and Physical Education program which promotes the opportunity for students to achieve success in their emotional, physical, academic and social development. The school community shall recognize and foster the intrinsic value of good health.
Students gain an understanding of health information and skills through six strands: physical health and hygiene; mental health and wellness; healthy eating and physical activity; injury and violence prevention and safety; alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs; and reproductive and sexual health.
Health Education Program PHILOSOPHY, & GOALS There are many facets to a comprehensive health curriculum. Philosophy Guiding Our Health Curriculum The goal of the health education program is to have our students become knowledgeable about what constitutes physical, psychological and social wellness. We believe that the practice of
Sixth grade students will identify actions and behaviors to prevent injuries, diseases, and disorders. Compare how healthy behaviors and risk practices impact personal health. Identify the interrelationships of emotional and social health in adolescence. Examine how one’s surroundings impact health and wellness.
scope and sequence helps ensure health education curricula meet state/local school and community requirements and priorities, and the unique health needs of students. Figure 1: Example Sexual Health Education Scope and Sequence Template (Grades 6–12)
