Welcome Back!

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 seventh 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

I am looking forward to an excellent trimester working with your child!

Health 6/1

I would like to thank you all for a wonderful third trimester in Health class. You all adjusted well to the change in teachers and I am proud of the work you put forth in class. Keep a positive attitude and always think about the choices you make. Have a wonderful summer. Congratulations to the 8th graders on your graduation, good luck in high school!!

Mrs. Froats :)

Friday, May 22, 2009

It's hard to believe there are only two weeks left in the school year! Today, we completed the week long Life Skills program presented by the Downers Grove Township. Next week we will begin to wrap up our units and prepare for final tests/projects.

The sixth graders will spend the final weeks learning about the changes they will experience on the road to adulthood.

The seventh graders are completing the alcohol and drug unit. There will be a unit review day on Tuesday, followed by the test on Wednesday.

The eighth grade classes completed their personal 'Life Goals' list this week. Ask your child to share with you their list. Many students put a lot of thought into this 'goal setting' activity. Next week they will be working on the "Teen Parent: Real World" project. Students will gain an understanding of how hard becoming a parent can be!

Enjoy your Memorial Day weekend!