6 th Grade Health Lance Sappington

About Me Lance Richard Sappington 42 years young B.A. in History from U of W Master in Teaching from WSU- Spokane K-8 Endorsed, Finishing up PE/Health Endorsement this fall Overseas experience 4th year at IMS-4 years at CRE- 5 th grade; 8 th year in District Family business Avid sports fan Triathlons, CrossFit, and live a healthy life as much as possible.

What will we cover this trimester? Personal health and wellness – Physical health including healthy eating, visiting health professionals when needed, hygiene, wearing protective gear, and getting enough sleep – Mental/emotional health including interpreting feelings, thoughts, and emotions and learning how to achieve healthy thinking – Social health including how to relate to people at home, school, and everywhere in the world.

Tobacco What is tobacco? Forms of tobacco Cigarettes, cigars, pipes Electronic cigarettes and smokeless tobacco Health risks of tobacco Tobacco addition What this costs to society Saying “no”

Respiratory System What is the respiratory system? Basic anatomy of the system How we breathe Problems affecting the respiratory system

Nutrition Nutrients the body needs Creating a healthy eating plan Managing weight Body image and eating disorders

Muscular/Skeletal System Basic anatomy of skeletal system-why it’s important Basic anatomy of the muscular system-what is its purpose? Types of muscles, how they work together

FLASH-HIV/AIDS Understanding puberty Anatomy of reproductive systems State mandated education on HIV/AIDS Are materials are available at our district office to examine

Internet Safety and Bullying What is it? How does one stay safe on the Internet? What is bullying? What can one do if being bullied?

Grading Typically, there will be no homework unless student was absent or has not used class time wisely Tests, classwork including worksheets and short essays, and group projects Participation in light exercise such as a brief walk around campus to encourage movement throughout the day