Syllabus+-+9th+&10th


 * Beaufort Academy Middle School ** 
 * 9th & 10th grade Health **

Instructor: S. DeByle Room: 404/304 Email: sdebyle@beaufortacademy.org  Contact Number: 843-524-3393 

 **Course Description: **The General Health course offers a realistic approach to the wellness concept, specifically covering physical, mental, emotional and social health. This course is designed to encourage students to feel responsible for making their own health decisions and to realize that decisions made now will affect their wellness for life. Health care, awareness, and treatment and prevention of disease are discussed with the intent of developing the individual's obligation for helping maintain a healthful environment. The course introduces the students to personality development, emotions, stress, mental disorders, decision making skills, relationships, substance use and abuse, human development, diseases, first aid and emergency care, nutrition, exercise, and environmental health.

(Students need not purchase text, a classroom set is available)
 * Text: ** Perspectives on HEALTH by D.C. Heath and Company


 * Semester Overview: **

//<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Third Quarter // =I. Making Healthy Choices= = =

d. Self Esteem, Concept and Acceptance
=**II. Mental Health**=

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt;">e. Test Taking Strategies
=**III. Nutrition a. Understanding Nutrition Chapter 10**=

//<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt;">Fourth Quarter //
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt; msolist: Ignore;">IV. ****<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt;">Preventing Substance Abuse **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt; msolist: Ignore;">a. ****<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt;"> Coordination and Control Chapter 19 **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt; msolist: Ignore;">b. ****<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt;">Tobacco Chapter 20 **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt; msolist: Ignore;">c. ****<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt;">Alcohol Chapter 21 **

**d. Psychoactive Drugs Chapter 22**
=V. The Human Life Cycle= =* a. Growth and Development= =**VI. Diseases and Disorders Chapter 24**= b. AIDS ** <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt;">
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt; msolist: Ignore;">a. ****<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt;"> Sexually Transmitted Diseases
 * Permission slips will be sent home one week prior to the 2 week unit. Students without permission will be required to conduct thorough research in the library of topics discussed in class and complete written reports for full credit.

<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">- Notebook or Spiral with pockets / pens / pencils / highlighter
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">MATERIALS **<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;">
 * As projects are assigned, if additional materials are needed, a list will be sent home prior to the activity.

<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> TEACHER EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> A classroom should be an inviting and safe place. Every student has the right to learn. Behavior which results in a disruption of the learning environment will not be tolerated and may result in a “teacher consequence” or administrative referral.

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 * <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Students should respect themselves, others and property at all times! **<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">


 * R -** respond in an appropriate manner
 * E** – Excellence only! (no sloppy work or excuses, be on task)
 * S** – Stay seated unless you have permission to be up
 * P** – Pay Attention and Participate!
 * E** – Encourage, and do not discourage, others
 * C** – Come prepared (materials, be on time, positive attitude)
 * T –** Take responsibility for your actions <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;">

<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;"> __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Entering the Classroom: __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> * wait for permission to enter (other students need a chance to gather supplies and exit safely) * Walk quietly to your seat – sit correctly and respect individual spaces * Put everything that is **not** related to science away & store book bag appropriately * Read whiteboard for the day’s objectives, materials needed – write homework assignment in notebooks if applicable * Begin Journal Entry
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt;">Respect ****<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">is one of the 5 core values that we strive towards here at Beaufort Academy. The other 4 are: ****<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt;">Intellect, Integrity, Leadership and Pride.  ****//<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Core Values //****<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> are attitudes and beliefs that are a central and foundational part of our day by day decision making.  **
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">CLASSROOM RULES AND PROCEDURES **<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;">

__<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Behavior Plan __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;">: If received, you will owe the teacher the stated amount of your time. Consequences include silent detention, reflections, community service, etc. ( accompanied by a call home) of privilege, administrative referral ( accompanied by call & form sent home)
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Step 1: Verbal Warning
 * Step 2: Name on Board (may be accompanied by a call home)
 * Step 3: 1 check = 15 min. 2 checks = 30 min.
 * Step 4: More than 2 check’s = automatic detention either after-school, Saturday’s, loss

__<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Work Habits __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">: On a bi-weekly basis, students will earn a 100 as a homework grade for participation and reward for demonstrating positive work habits. These habits include: bringing supplies, notebook & text to class, completing homework assignments on time, remaining on-task, lnot eaving belongings behind in the classroom for others to clean or deal with, not having electronics without permission and overall, being a good citizen to others. If one of these requirements are negated, 10 pts. will be deducted daily per infraction (only 10 pts. can be deducted each day)

__<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Lecture and Class Discussion __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">: * Practice audience etiquette – manners are important! * Raise your hand if you wish to speak or respond to a question. Wait to be called on. * Listen attentively when someone else is speaking or responding to a question. Whispering, fiddling, writing, snickering, or making unnecessary noise to gain attention is considered rude. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Clean-Up: __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> * Keep work areas clean and orderly. Throw trash away as you exit the classroom * Put everything back correctly and in its proper place. If you mess it up, clean it up! * Lend a hand to others at your table if they need it <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Dismissal: __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> Stay in your seat until the teacher dismisses you <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Tardiness: __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> * The school tardy policy will be enforced. It is Important to come to class on time! * If you are tardy, enter the classroom with a pass. Place the pass in the teacher tray, go directly to your seat and begin work. Do not talk or disrupt the class further. Ignore student questions or comments about why you are late. __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Absences: __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; msotabcount: 1;">


 * Place absent forms, notes from home, late assignments and any other papers that the teacher needs to read or sign in the appropriate tray when you enter the room

<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Passes: __<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> * Students may not leave the room without a pass * Students are encouraged to use the restroom/water fountain before class * During class, restroom use is allowed during independent work time only (with exceptions for emergencies)
 * It is the student’s responsibility to find out what assignments & handouts were missed
 * Make-up work must be submitted within a reasonable time (as stated in the Blue Book)

1. All Beaufort Academy rules will be enforced as stated in the “Blue Book” 2. Bring all materials to class (unless instructed otherwise) 3. No eating or drinking sodas, sports drinks, etc – water bottles are acceptable 4. No personal grooming 5. Cheating will result in a zero for the assignment. This applies to anyone involved. 6. Observe and follow all lab safety rules and procedures <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;">

//<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Please make yourself aware of all emergency procedures, ie: fire drill, severe weather, etc. //<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> //<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">All procedures will be reviewed and posted in the classroom at all times //<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;">

<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Students are assessed (formative and summative) using a percentage system (100%). The corresponding letter grade is dictated in the Beaufort Academy Blue Book.
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">STUDENT EVALUATION **<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;">

~**Extra-Help**: I am available during 6th period and after-school. If additional time is needed; I ask that appointments be made in advance to ensure that I will be available on that particular day. If you need help with a project, please plan ahead. If you wait until the last minute, I may not be available and I want to see that every student has the opportunity for an adequate amount of help. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; msospacerun: yes;"> <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Manage your time and responsibilities wisely.
 * ~Notebooks** are to be organized into sections and maintained in chronological order.
 * ~Quizzes** are given often and their purpose is to measure the progress of student learning.
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> ~Tests **<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt;"> are held when the standards for each unit of study have been met.