Second trimester is off to a great start. I am enjoying working with all of the new students in my health classes!
The sixth grade classes have been working hard on the mental and emotional health unit. The "Family Coat of Arms" that they presented were very well done. The students are exploring their own personalities and seeing how their families have helped shaped the people they are today! We will not wrap up the first unit until after break so there will not be a chapter test until January.
The seventh graders are wrapping up their first unit this week. We have been discussing responsible decision making, goal setting and avoid health risks. Students were asked to create a list of short and long term goals that they have for themselves. The first test is tomorrow, as well as a folder check.
The eighth graders are continuing to work on the nutrition unit. We have started watching the movie "Supersize Me." Students are amazed to learn how bad eating fast food really is! Next week they will be in the computer lab doing their diet analyzing projects. The Nutrition test will not be until after the winter break.
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Welcome to 2nd trimester health!
Hello! My name is Andrea Conley and I am your child’s health teacher this trimester. As an encore teacher, I have the privilege of working with many students for all three years that they attend Lakeview. This is my sixth year at the school and I love it here! I am a graduate of the health education program at Northern Illinois University and have a Master's degree in teaching and leadership from St. Xavier University. In addition, I am very involved in extra curricular programs at Lakeview.
Many parents and students have questions and concerns regarding the sometimes “touchy” issues that my class covers. You are welcome to review the health curriculum by going to: http://www.ccsd66.org/health.htm Additionally, your child will be responsible for keeping up with a class folder. Feel free to take a look in their folder at any time for an update on our class work. I encourage discussions at home regarding the subject matter we are covering in class.
My late work policy is as follows:
*1 day late = 25% off the grade
* 2+ days late = 50% off the grade
* Students have until the end of the lesson/chapter/unit to turn in the assignment at which point the grade will become a 0 if not turned in.
If you have any questions or would like additional information at any time during the trimester, please don’t hesitate to call or e-mail me. You can contact me at aconley@ccsd66.org or 985-2700 x5013. Also, check out my blog if you get a chance! I post important class updates and information weekly. My blog site is: www.lakeviewhealth.blogspot.com
Many parents and students have questions and concerns regarding the sometimes “touchy” issues that my class covers. You are welcome to review the health curriculum by going to: http://www.ccsd66.org/health.htm Additionally, your child will be responsible for keeping up with a class folder. Feel free to take a look in their folder at any time for an update on our class work. I encourage discussions at home regarding the subject matter we are covering in class.
My late work policy is as follows:
*1 day late = 25% off the grade
* 2+ days late = 50% off the grade
* Students have until the end of the lesson/chapter/unit to turn in the assignment at which point the grade will become a 0 if not turned in.
If you have any questions or would like additional information at any time during the trimester, please don’t hesitate to call or e-mail me. You can contact me at aconley@ccsd66.org or 985-2700 x5013. Also, check out my blog if you get a chance! I post important class updates and information weekly. My blog site is: www.lakeviewhealth.blogspot.com
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