Hello Health students!
Here is the list of questions to go along with the drug you chose to report on. Make sure to be as detailed as possible!
DRUG QUESTIONNAIRE
Monday, May 18, 2009
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Reports, Projects, and the Test
Hello Health students!
Wow, has it been an interesting couple of weeks! We have covered bits of information that we will now be putting together for our exam this week -- check out the review for more details.
This week, we will be seeing a new report and project outlined. The Drug Report will consist of researching a specific chemical drug and it's impact on the human body (specifically, the brain). The STD Project will see you creating an informative brochure "selling" a specific STD to a specific population of people. We will cover more details about these assignments later this week.
For now, be sure to review the test material -- the exam is scheduled for your next class period.
Good luck!
Wow, has it been an interesting couple of weeks! We have covered bits of information that we will now be putting together for our exam this week -- check out the review for more details.
This week, we will be seeing a new report and project outlined. The Drug Report will consist of researching a specific chemical drug and it's impact on the human body (specifically, the brain). The STD Project will see you creating an informative brochure "selling" a specific STD to a specific population of people. We will cover more details about these assignments later this week.
For now, be sure to review the test material -- the exam is scheduled for your next class period.
Good luck!
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Friday 1st Period Cancelled
Hello Health students!
Just a quick note: tomorrow, Friday April 24, 1st Period Health will not be meeting. Pleaes adjust your alarm clocks and ride details accordingly.
Just a quick note: tomorrow, Friday April 24, 1st Period Health will not be meeting. Pleaes adjust your alarm clocks and ride details accordingly.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Neurotransmitter Worksheet
Hello Health students!
Here is the Neurotransmitter worksheet. If you did not complete a copy in-class, please print a copy to complete as homework before our next class period.
Good luck!
NEUROTRANSMITTER WORKSHEET
Here is the Neurotransmitter worksheet. If you did not complete a copy in-class, please print a copy to complete as homework before our next class period.
Good luck!
NEUROTRANSMITTER WORKSHEET
Neurotransmitter Information Sheet
Hello Health students!
Here is the information sheet for the short list of neurotransmitters we will be studying. While you will not be held accountable for everything on this sheet (because there is a lot of it), you want to become familiar with the information -- especially the ones emphasized in class. Good luck!
NEUROTRANSMITTER INFORMATION SHEET
Here is the information sheet for the short list of neurotransmitters we will be studying. While you will not be held accountable for everything on this sheet (because there is a lot of it), you want to become familiar with the information -- especially the ones emphasized in class. Good luck!
NEUROTRANSMITTER INFORMATION SHEET
Monday, April 20, 2009
Neurons and Neurotransmitters
Hello Health students!
Below are a short couple of Discovery Channel videos covering how our brain system of neurons work. Give them a look to refresh yourself on the topics we have discussed in class over the last week, and to prepare for the neurotransmitter material ahead. Enjoy!
Below are a short couple of Discovery Channel videos covering how our brain system of neurons work. Give them a look to refresh yourself on the topics we have discussed in class over the last week, and to prepare for the neurotransmitter material ahead. Enjoy!
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Project Update
Hello Health students!
A quick update on the fact sheet for the current project:
- The information will be made available on Monday, April 20.
- The proposal will be due Wednesday, April 22.
- The exam has been rescheduled for Thursday, April 24.
I have received a few emails from concerned students regarding the Freshman class camp-out and the timing of this portion of the project. This update sees to those issues, so do not worry, and please enjoy the trip!
Good luck!
A quick update on the fact sheet for the current project:
- The information will be made available on Monday, April 20.
- The proposal will be due Wednesday, April 22.
- The exam has been rescheduled for Thursday, April 24.
I have received a few emails from concerned students regarding the Freshman class camp-out and the timing of this portion of the project. This update sees to those issues, so do not worry, and please enjoy the trip!
Good luck!
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Calendar and Announcements Updated
Hello Health students!
Take a look at the Announcements and Calendar section of the column to the right and you will notice some very important changes.
Also, be sure to check back to the blog regularly to download and print assignments this week, including the incoming Neurotransmitter worksheet.
Have a great day!
Take a look at the Announcements and Calendar section of the column to the right and you will notice some very important changes.
Also, be sure to check back to the blog regularly to download and print assignments this week, including the incoming Neurotransmitter worksheet.
Have a great day!
Nutritional Fact Sheet Project, Part II
Hello Health students!
As we covered in class, the Nutritional Fact Sheet Project, Part II involves a proposal on how to improve our cafeteria's food offerings. The information that is relevant to this portion of the project, however, is causing me a little bit of concern. There are a few inconsistent calorie values that I will be looking into so that we have accurate data to work with. This will take a bit of time, unfortunately.
As a result, the proposal will not be due until the middle of next week. This does not mean you should be setting it aside this week, however. This is a very important piece of work that the administration will be seeing in some form in the near future. So please consider it's importance as you design your arguments and the form of your approach to this assignment.
I will post more information as it becomes available.
As we covered in class, the Nutritional Fact Sheet Project, Part II involves a proposal on how to improve our cafeteria's food offerings. The information that is relevant to this portion of the project, however, is causing me a little bit of concern. There are a few inconsistent calorie values that I will be looking into so that we have accurate data to work with. This will take a bit of time, unfortunately.
As a result, the proposal will not be due until the middle of next week. This does not mean you should be setting it aside this week, however. This is a very important piece of work that the administration will be seeing in some form in the near future. So please consider it's importance as you design your arguments and the form of your approach to this assignment.
I will post more information as it becomes available.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Neuroanatomy Worksheet
Hello Health students!
The Neuroanatomy Worksheet has been posted online, with a link located in this post and the "Assignments" section of the right column of this site. Please feel free to take a look at it so that there are no surprises when you are asked to complete it IN CLASS on Monday.
See you then!
NEUROANATOMY WORKSHEET
The Neuroanatomy Worksheet has been posted online, with a link located in this post and the "Assignments" section of the right column of this site. Please feel free to take a look at it so that there are no surprises when you are asked to complete it IN CLASS on Monday.
See you then!
NEUROANATOMY WORKSHEET
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
The 5:00 Post
Hello Health students!
Just as promised, here is the 5:00 post I said I would publish. The worksheet that should be linked, however, will be available in class tomorrow. See you then!
Just as promised, here is the 5:00 post I said I would publish. The worksheet that should be linked, however, will be available in class tomorrow. See you then!
Monday, April 6, 2009
The Neuron
Hello Health students!
Below is an artist's rendition of a neuron, the cell of the nervous system. When drawing it for the assignment that is due the next time we meet, be sure to pay attention to the labels of each structure (click the image to enlarge). We will cover their functions in class tomorrow.
Have fun!
Below is an artist's rendition of a neuron, the cell of the nervous system. When drawing it for the assignment that is due the next time we meet, be sure to pay attention to the labels of each structure (click the image to enlarge). We will cover their functions in class tomorrow.
Have fun!
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Schedule Change
Hello Health students!
Please remember that tomorrow, Monday April 6, there will be no 1st period Health class. Those of you enrolled in that section may take the extra 50 minutes or so to recharge for the long week ahead.
Also, a quick reminder: the Cafe Nutritional Fact Sheet Project comes to a close this Wednesday, April 8! You should already have your data collected and ready to put together with your group members today and tomorrow, and should also be working outside of class to do so.
If you have any questions, please let me know!
Please remember that tomorrow, Monday April 6, there will be no 1st period Health class. Those of you enrolled in that section may take the extra 50 minutes or so to recharge for the long week ahead.
Also, a quick reminder: the Cafe Nutritional Fact Sheet Project comes to a close this Wednesday, April 8! You should already have your data collected and ready to put together with your group members today and tomorrow, and should also be working outside of class to do so.
If you have any questions, please let me know!
Monday, March 30, 2009
The Nervous System
Hello Health students,
Below are a couple of very helpful images to guide you through your Nervous System Drawing assignment, which is due the next time our class period meets (Tuesday the 31st for all periods except 1st, which will meet Wednesday, April 1).
Be sure to click on the images to expand them for greater detail.
Good luck!
Below are a couple of very helpful images to guide you through your Nervous System Drawing assignment, which is due the next time our class period meets (Tuesday the 31st for all periods except 1st, which will meet Wednesday, April 1).
Be sure to click on the images to expand them for greater detail.
Good luck!
Cafe Nutritional Fact Sheet Project
Hello Health students!
I am very excited, because today begins the Nutritional Fact Sheet Project for our very own cafeteria! We will be providing the entire high school with caloric information of the foods they eat each day, and that is a very great thing.
Here are the details of the project:
Be sure to start gathering your data asap so that you may begin calculating the number of calories in the items that you choose with enough time to check and recheck your results with me BEFORE the due date. And as always, if you have any questions, please let me know!
Good luck!
I am very excited, because today begins the Nutritional Fact Sheet Project for our very own cafeteria! We will be providing the entire high school with caloric information of the foods they eat each day, and that is a very great thing.
Here are the details of the project:
- Classes will be divided into groups of four students (you will have control over who is in your group).
- Each group will choose 4 different, unlabeled food items to research for the project, calculating the number of calories in the serving provided by the cafe.
- Each individual within the group will be held responsible for 1 of the items chosen. So, even though this is a group project, there is an individual component as well.
- The calories of the ingredients used for each specific item will be required, so make sure and keep such data handy.
- Once the items are researched, they will be presented in print form, a blueprint of which will be posted on the blog this week.
- Grading will focus on accuracy, presentation, and individual participation.
- The project is due Wednesday, April 8.
Be sure to start gathering your data asap so that you may begin calculating the number of calories in the items that you choose with enough time to check and recheck your results with me BEFORE the due date. And as always, if you have any questions, please let me know!
Good luck!
Sunday, March 29, 2009
The 4th Quarter
Hello Health students!
Welcome back from Spring Break! I hope that you enjoyed your time off and that you return rejuvenated and ready to go, because have a lot to do and a lot to cover this quarter.
We will be starting this week with a look at the central nervous system, and working our way to a more in-depth and specific look at the brain. Once we have a general understanding of the organ's anatomy, we will move to behavior and a very important chemical called dopamine.
Project-wise, we will see at least 3 projects this quarter, the first of which will be announced in-class and here on the blog at the end of this week.
Again, welcome back, and if you have any questions, please feel free to ask!
Welcome back from Spring Break! I hope that you enjoyed your time off and that you return rejuvenated and ready to go, because have a lot to do and a lot to cover this quarter.
We will be starting this week with a look at the central nervous system, and working our way to a more in-depth and specific look at the brain. Once we have a general understanding of the organ's anatomy, we will move to behavior and a very important chemical called dopamine.
Project-wise, we will see at least 3 projects this quarter, the first of which will be announced in-class and here on the blog at the end of this week.
Again, welcome back, and if you have any questions, please feel free to ask!
Friday, March 20, 2009
Have a Great Break!
Hello Health students!
Congratulations on completing the first section of Health. We have only one Quarter remaining, but we still have much to do.
When we reconvene at the end of March, we will look at our final organ system, the Central Nervous System. We leave that for last because it serves as a wonderful transition into behavior, a very important characteristic of Health.
In the meantime, enjoy your Spring Break, stay safe, and make healthy decisions. See you in about a week!
Congratulations on completing the first section of Health. We have only one Quarter remaining, but we still have much to do.
When we reconvene at the end of March, we will look at our final organ system, the Central Nervous System. We leave that for last because it serves as a wonderful transition into behavior, a very important characteristic of Health.
In the meantime, enjoy your Spring Break, stay safe, and make healthy decisions. See you in about a week!
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Organ Systems Review
Hello Health students!
Below is a link to the Organ Systems review. It will list the items that we have covered in class, along with a detailed image of the digestive system (which we did not cover in great detail during lecture.
If you have any questions during your studies, please let me know. And good luck!
ORGAN SYSTEMS REVIEW
Below is a link to the Organ Systems review. It will list the items that we have covered in class, along with a detailed image of the digestive system (which we did not cover in great detail during lecture.
If you have any questions during your studies, please let me know. And good luck!
ORGAN SYSTEMS REVIEW
Musculoskeletal System Drawing
Hello Health students!
Below is an image that will guide you through your current assignment - the musculoskeletal system drawing. Remember, these images you produce may be used on the upcoming exam if they are turned in on-time, so take great care in completing them!
Good luck!
Below is an image that will guide you through your current assignment - the musculoskeletal system drawing. Remember, these images you produce may be used on the upcoming exam if they are turned in on-time, so take great care in completing them!
Good luck!
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
New Column Category
Hello Health students!
If you look to the right, you will notice that there is a new column category that will help to make your scholastic organization just a bit easier... for Health class, anyway.
"Active Assignments" will detail what work you should be currently engaged in, and needs to be completed very soon. I'm sure that many of you will appreciate this little item as you learn to responsibly keep track of your assignments.
Enjoy!
If you look to the right, you will notice that there is a new column category that will help to make your scholastic organization just a bit easier... for Health class, anyway.
"Active Assignments" will detail what work you should be currently engaged in, and needs to be completed very soon. I'm sure that many of you will appreciate this little item as you learn to responsibly keep track of your assignments.
Enjoy!
Respiratory System Video
Hello Health students!
Here is a great and informative video detailing the respiratory system. Take a good look, and be sure to reference the soon-to-be posted review for more information on what will be covered on the exam.
Good luck!
Here is a great and informative video detailing the respiratory system. Take a good look, and be sure to reference the soon-to-be posted review for more information on what will be covered on the exam.
Good luck!
Circulatory System Animation
Hello Health students!
Below is a great web-animation displaying the workings of the circulatory system. It does a fairly good job describing the flow of blood and how the heart initiates this flow. Keep close attention to the details, as they are fair game for the examination. And if you have any questions at all, please let me know!
Enjoy!
Below is a great web-animation displaying the workings of the circulatory system. It does a fairly good job describing the flow of blood and how the heart initiates this flow. Keep close attention to the details, as they are fair game for the examination. And if you have any questions at all, please let me know!
Enjoy!
Monday, March 16, 2009
The Respiratory System
Hello Health students!
Below is a nice reference image for the second part of your homework assignment, which is due the next time we meet. It depicts the respiratory system, and does a good job giving general details on some key features we will be discussing. Just as with the circulatory image posted earlier, use this image as a guide as you compose your drawing.
Good luck!
Below is a nice reference image for the second part of your homework assignment, which is due the next time we meet. It depicts the respiratory system, and does a good job giving general details on some key features we will be discussing. Just as with the circulatory image posted earlier, use this image as a guide as you compose your drawing.
Good luck!
Circulatory System
Hello Health students!
Below is a fairly informative image detailing the circulatory system (click on it to enlarge). We will cover what you need to know in class during lecture, but for now, use it as a guide for your circulatory system drawing.
Enjoy!
Below is a fairly informative image detailing the circulatory system (click on it to enlarge). We will cover what you need to know in class during lecture, but for now, use it as a guide for your circulatory system drawing.
Enjoy!
Circulatory and Respiratory Systems
Hello Health students!
I hope that you have enjoyed the weekend and are ready for a week that we will spend closing out the topic of organ systems! Tomorrow, Tuesday March 17, we will finish the circulatory and respiratory systems (cardiothoracic systems), followed by the musculo-skeletal and reproductive systems on Wednesday.
Tonight, your homework is to compose a drawing of the circulatory and respiratory systems, complete with basic structures and identification. These drawings will serve as an introduction to you, and your main priority should be to familiarize yourself with the parts involved.
Each should be completed on a separate sheet of un-ruled paper and ready to turn in first thing on Tuesday. And remember, the more effort put into these drawings, the more credit you get!
Good luck!
I hope that you have enjoyed the weekend and are ready for a week that we will spend closing out the topic of organ systems! Tomorrow, Tuesday March 17, we will finish the circulatory and respiratory systems (cardiothoracic systems), followed by the musculo-skeletal and reproductive systems on Wednesday.
Tonight, your homework is to compose a drawing of the circulatory and respiratory systems, complete with basic structures and identification. These drawings will serve as an introduction to you, and your main priority should be to familiarize yourself with the parts involved.
Each should be completed on a separate sheet of un-ruled paper and ready to turn in first thing on Tuesday. And remember, the more effort put into these drawings, the more credit you get!
Good luck!
Monday, March 9, 2009
Digestion - An Artist's Perspective
Hello Health students!
For your homework tonight, I would like for you to DRAW the digestive system. That's right -- draw it -- using colored pencils, or just a simple pencil. I want to see all of the different organs in the system connected how you currently "see" and understand them. An easy way to think about this is to draw the pathway that food takes through out bodies.
Please be sure to use un-lined paper for this assignment. It is due Thursday.
Good luck!
For your homework tonight, I would like for you to DRAW the digestive system. That's right -- draw it -- using colored pencils, or just a simple pencil. I want to see all of the different organs in the system connected how you currently "see" and understand them. An easy way to think about this is to draw the pathway that food takes through out bodies.
Please be sure to use un-lined paper for this assignment. It is due Thursday.
Good luck!
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Poster Project Days -- Monday and Tuesday
Hello Health students!
Due to a mix-up on my calendar that put Spring Break one week earlier than it is actually scheduled for, I have decided to hold an extra Poster Day on Monday, March 9. This change, coupled with Tuesday's Poster Day, will give you plenty of in-class time to refine your project before Wednesday's due date. And remember, you have had one month to plan this project, and over two weeks to actually work on it, so I have very high expectations and will not be grading lightly!
Also, keep in mind that participation is a big part of the grade you will receive.
Good luck!
Due to a mix-up on my calendar that put Spring Break one week earlier than it is actually scheduled for, I have decided to hold an extra Poster Day on Monday, March 9. This change, coupled with Tuesday's Poster Day, will give you plenty of in-class time to refine your project before Wednesday's due date. And remember, you have had one month to plan this project, and over two weeks to actually work on it, so I have very high expectations and will not be grading lightly!
Also, keep in mind that participation is a big part of the grade you will receive.
Good luck!
Friday, February 27, 2009
Poster Project Due Date
Hello Health students!
The due date for the Poster Project has been set. All posters will be due Wednesday, March 11. No late work will be accepted, so please plan accordingly!
And remember, your posters have a maximum worth of 200 points in the Project category, after participation percentages have been considered. This is quite a considerable chunk, so be sure you get things done in a timely manner!
And, as always, if you need any help, let me know!
The due date for the Poster Project has been set. All posters will be due Wednesday, March 11. No late work will be accepted, so please plan accordingly!
And remember, your posters have a maximum worth of 200 points in the Project category, after participation percentages have been considered. This is quite a considerable chunk, so be sure you get things done in a timely manner!
And, as always, if you need any help, let me know!
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Exam Review
Hello Health students!
As you all know from our in-class discussions, we have our 2nd exam of the semester at the end of this week. The topics will include those presented in the "Intro to Nutrition" and "Nutrition" slides, which are found on this blog, as well as the food group material we just covered in the pamphlet I handed out in-class.
The exam will consist of multiple choice questions and the all-important short-answers that emphasize an understanding of the material.
To review, I highly suggest looking through both slideshows, and reviewing the material I emphasized in the Health pamphlet we covered this week.
If you have any questions, please let me know!
As you all know from our in-class discussions, we have our 2nd exam of the semester at the end of this week. The topics will include those presented in the "Intro to Nutrition" and "Nutrition" slides, which are found on this blog, as well as the food group material we just covered in the pamphlet I handed out in-class.
The exam will consist of multiple choice questions and the all-important short-answers that emphasize an understanding of the material.
To review, I highly suggest looking through both slideshows, and reviewing the material I emphasized in the Health pamphlet we covered this week.
If you have any questions, please let me know!
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Schedule Change
Hello Health students!
Tomorrow, Friday the 20th, first period Health class WILL NOT MEET. Be sure to adjust your morning schedules appropriately.
Tomorrow, Friday the 20th, first period Health class WILL NOT MEET. Be sure to adjust your morning schedules appropriately.
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Health Project 2 - The Poster Project
Hello Health students!
Your second major Health project is upon us! The Poster Project begins today, and over time will see you produce a poster displaying your health message for all the campus to see!
You have chosen your group members and discussed a potential topic and specific health-based message you will work with. Hopefully, you have also outlined your topic and approach, and submitted it for approval.
Here are a few things to keep in mind:
If you have any questions, please let me know! And remember, there is a lot of potential to be had with this project, so have fun with it!
Your second major Health project is upon us! The Poster Project begins today, and over time will see you produce a poster displaying your health message for all the campus to see!
You have chosen your group members and discussed a potential topic and specific health-based message you will work with. Hopefully, you have also outlined your topic and approach, and submitted it for approval.
Here are a few things to keep in mind:
- You can choose from any health-related topic, whether we have covered it in-class or not. Just be certain that your topic has relevance to a modern-day health issue.
- This is a chance to be creative, so take advantage of it!
- The posters will be 24" x 36" in size.
- A blank, white poster sheet will be made available to you, but you will need to provide what other materials you may need.
- You can use print-outs, cut-outs, pictures, drawings, etc, to make your poster unique and exciting!
- We will have very limited time in class to work on the projects, called "Poster Days."
- The tentative due dates will be 1 month from today.
If you have any questions, please let me know! And remember, there is a lot of potential to be had with this project, so have fun with it!
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Monday, February 9, 2009
Calorie Counting Logs and Deductions
Hello Health students!
We will be applying a new rule to the Calorie Counting Project, which will deduct points from students who leave their composition books or journals in class on a day in which they should have it with them.
The deduction will be 3 points per day.
Please keep this in mind when completing your project, as these deducted points can add up quickly if care is not taken.
This new rule will go into effect beginning Wednesday, Feb. 11.
We will be applying a new rule to the Calorie Counting Project, which will deduct points from students who leave their composition books or journals in class on a day in which they should have it with them.
The deduction will be 3 points per day.
Please keep this in mind when completing your project, as these deducted points can add up quickly if care is not taken.
This new rule will go into effect beginning Wednesday, Feb. 11.
Sunday, February 8, 2009
The Basics of Nutrition
Hello Health students!
I hope that you enjoyed your weekend and are well rested for the school week ahead!
Beginning on Monday, we will be taking a look at the components of a nutritious diet, including the basic food groups, the basic types of nutrients, and how they serve to benefit our bodies and overall health.
Notes will be made available to you in-class this week, as well as the worksheet reports we will be doing as well.
And don't forget to bring your Calorie Counting journals daily!
See you soon!
I hope that you enjoyed your weekend and are well rested for the school week ahead!
Beginning on Monday, we will be taking a look at the components of a nutritious diet, including the basic food groups, the basic types of nutrients, and how they serve to benefit our bodies and overall health.
Notes will be made available to you in-class this week, as well as the worksheet reports we will be doing as well.
And don't forget to bring your Calorie Counting journals daily!
See you soon!
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Nutrition - Your Definitions
Hello Health students!
As we look to move from our own subjective definitions of what it means to be "nutritious" and "healthy," etc, it would prove quite useful to know exactly what those subjective definitions are.
So, in class today, we will be splitting into groups and completing a worksheet covering our own definitions of nutrition-based vocabulary. Once completed, we will take a closer look at the main topics, and what their objectives definitions really are.
See you soon!
As we look to move from our own subjective definitions of what it means to be "nutritious" and "healthy," etc, it would prove quite useful to know exactly what those subjective definitions are.
So, in class today, we will be splitting into groups and completing a worksheet covering our own definitions of nutrition-based vocabulary. Once completed, we will take a closer look at the main topics, and what their objectives definitions really are.
See you soon!
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Notes To Be Handed Out In-Class This Week
Hello Health students!
Due to another unfortunate scheduling conflict, the notes will not be available online tonight. Instead, they will be waiting for you in-class tomorrow, courtesy of the Health department.
See you then!
Due to another unfortunate scheduling conflict, the notes will not be available online tonight. Instead, they will be waiting for you in-class tomorrow, courtesy of the Health department.
See you then!
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
This Week's Notes
Hello Health students!
Due to a scheduling conflict, this week's lecture notes, covering Nutrition, will be posted on Wednesday, Feb. 4. Be sure to check back at that time to get them printed so that you can bring them to class on Thursday (or Friday, if you are in 4th Period).
If you have any questions, please let me know!
Due to a scheduling conflict, this week's lecture notes, covering Nutrition, will be posted on Wednesday, Feb. 4. Be sure to check back at that time to get them printed so that you can bring them to class on Thursday (or Friday, if you are in 4th Period).
If you have any questions, please let me know!
Sunday, February 1, 2009
This Week's Schedule
Hello Health students!
This week is going to be a busy one, so I hope you are well rested!
We start on Monday with our first exam, covering the "Super Size Me" video. We will move quickly from there, tackling topics that include body health, nutrition, and organ systems. All the while, your calorie-counting should be continued as well!
Good luck on tomorrow's exam. And, as always, if you have any questions, please let me know!
This week is going to be a busy one, so I hope you are well rested!
We start on Monday with our first exam, covering the "Super Size Me" video. We will move quickly from there, tackling topics that include body health, nutrition, and organ systems. All the while, your calorie-counting should be continued as well!
Good luck on tomorrow's exam. And, as always, if you have any questions, please let me know!
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Super Size Me Worksheet
Hello Health students!
We have started the award-winning documentary "Super Size Me," which takes a close and personal look at the obesity epidemic from the perspective of a man who eats nothing but McDonald's menu items 3 times a day for one whole month.
Linked below is the worksheet to complete, which we will talk about in much detail in class when we finish the film. Yes, there are 70 questions, but we'll make sure you know the answer to each and every one, so long as you are ready to hear the material! Also, the film material is fair game for the exam that will be announced soon, so keep that in mind as you watch!
SUPER SIZE ME WORKSHEET
We have started the award-winning documentary "Super Size Me," which takes a close and personal look at the obesity epidemic from the perspective of a man who eats nothing but McDonald's menu items 3 times a day for one whole month.
Linked below is the worksheet to complete, which we will talk about in much detail in class when we finish the film. Yes, there are 70 questions, but we'll make sure you know the answer to each and every one, so long as you are ready to hear the material! Also, the film material is fair game for the exam that will be announced soon, so keep that in mind as you watch!
SUPER SIZE ME WORKSHEET
Sunday, January 25, 2009
CalorieLab
Hello Health students!
As we begin the Calorie Counting Project tomorrow, CalorieLab is a wonderful website that can prove helpful to many of you looking for more calorie-counting resources. It provides nutritional information for popular foods and restaurants and covers quite a bit of data, so you should be able to cover what you're looking for.
REMEMBER, this project is not meant to be difficult and does not require a large investment of your time. Use the resources on this blog to help you along your way and to keep things as simple as possible!
Also, remember that you are only accounting for the calories you are consuming. You SHOULD NOT be eating less or eating more based upon the numbers you are observing. You are only counting calories, and nothing more. Good luck!
"Super Size Me"
Hello Health students!
Instead of printing out notes today, as you will be doing most every Sunday from this point on for the following week's lectures, you are only required to come to class tomorrow ready to watch the documentary "Super Size Me." Some of you have already started the film in your respective periods, and we will continue the film where we left off.
See you all tomorrow!
Instead of printing out notes today, as you will be doing most every Sunday from this point on for the following week's lectures, you are only required to come to class tomorrow ready to watch the documentary "Super Size Me." Some of you have already started the film in your respective periods, and we will continue the film where we left off.
See you all tomorrow!
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Calorie Counting Advice
Hello Health students!
A quick piece of advice to help you along with your Calorie Counting Project.
Instead of logging in what foods you eat and the calories they possess at the same time, it might be helpful to log what foods you eat first, and then look up how many calories they possess later on.
And remember, the project starts on Monday, Jan. 26, so be ready!
A quick piece of advice to help you along with your Calorie Counting Project.
Instead of logging in what foods you eat and the calories they possess at the same time, it might be helpful to log what foods you eat first, and then look up how many calories they possess later on.
And remember, the project starts on Monday, Jan. 26, so be ready!
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
The Process of Digestion
Hello Health students!
As we begin our studies in Kinesiology this week and next, it is important to learn a bit about the process by which we take nutrients into our body to begin with -- digestion.
Below is a very simple and great video showcasing the movement of food and nutrients through the digestive tract. Take a look, and be prepared to discuss it soon! Enjoy!
As we begin our studies in Kinesiology this week and next, it is important to learn a bit about the process by which we take nutrients into our body to begin with -- digestion.
Below is a very simple and great video showcasing the movement of food and nutrients through the digestive tract. Take a look, and be prepared to discuss it soon! Enjoy!
Syllabus Updated
Hello Health students!
The class syllabus has been updated with new grading and procedural information. We will discuss the changes in class, but it would be wise if you became familiar with the syllabus matters beforehand.
The class syllabus has been updated with new grading and procedural information. We will discuss the changes in class, but it would be wise if you became familiar with the syllabus matters beforehand.
Welcome Semester 2 Health Students!
Hello NEW Health students!
Welcome to the new semester, and with it, an exciting perspective on Health education.
This blog will be your guide as we cover material ranging from personal health to environmental health - from what you eat, to how it's made. Indeed, we are going to be busy, but we're going to have a lot of fun too!
Remember to bring your Composition Books asap, as we begin with our first topic of discussion, Kinesiology, and with it, the Calorie Counting project.
More information will be posted here as we progress. And, as always, if you have any questions, please let me know!
Welcome to the new semester, and with it, an exciting perspective on Health education.
This blog will be your guide as we cover material ranging from personal health to environmental health - from what you eat, to how it's made. Indeed, we are going to be busy, but we're going to have a lot of fun too!
Remember to bring your Composition Books asap, as we begin with our first topic of discussion, Kinesiology, and with it, the Calorie Counting project.
More information will be posted here as we progress. And, as always, if you have any questions, please let me know!
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Health Final Review Presentation
Hello Health students!
Here is your final review. If you have any questions as you study, please feel free to contact me via email and I'll do my best to answer any questions. Good luck!
FINAL REVIEW
Here is your final review. If you have any questions as you study, please feel free to contact me via email and I'll do my best to answer any questions. Good luck!
FINAL REVIEW
Monday, January 12, 2009
Pregnancy Trimester Information
Hello Health students!
Below are three links to the fantastic MayoClinic articles that outline the progression of a pregnancy, week-by-week. Remember, you will only be held accountable for the information we emphasized in class, and per TRIMESTER, so you do not have to worry about each week's detail.
If you have any questions, please let me know!
MayoClinic - First Trimester
MayoClinic - Second Trimester
MayoClinic - Third Trimester
Below are three links to the fantastic MayoClinic articles that outline the progression of a pregnancy, week-by-week. Remember, you will only be held accountable for the information we emphasized in class, and per TRIMESTER, so you do not have to worry about each week's detail.
If you have any questions, please let me know!
MayoClinic - First Trimester
MayoClinic - Second Trimester
MayoClinic - Third Trimester
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Health Final Review
Hello Health students!
Below is a link to the Health review sheet. It is basically a combination of previous review sheets compiled into one place to make your studies more convenient. Keep in mind that this does not include some of the most recent material (pregnancy, environmental health), which we will review on Monday and Tuesday of this week.
All of the answers can be found on the blog, and as always, if you have any questions, please let me know! Good luck!
HEALTH - FINAL REVIEW
Below is a link to the Health review sheet. It is basically a combination of previous review sheets compiled into one place to make your studies more convenient. Keep in mind that this does not include some of the most recent material (pregnancy, environmental health), which we will review on Monday and Tuesday of this week.
All of the answers can be found on the blog, and as always, if you have any questions, please let me know! Good luck!
HEALTH - FINAL REVIEW
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Welcome back!
Hello Health students!
Welcome back from what I hope was a very fulfilling Christmas break.
As discussed in class, you are returning to a slightly different lecture and project schedule for our class. Given the very short amount of time we have left in the semester, a few items needed some tweaking, and they are listed below.
If you have any questions about these changes, please let me know!
Welcome back from what I hope was a very fulfilling Christmas break.
As discussed in class, you are returning to a slightly different lecture and project schedule for our class. Given the very short amount of time we have left in the semester, a few items needed some tweaking, and they are listed below.
- Project MAD: Instead of requiring the production of an item, Project MAD will now only require the initial proposal of an idea that targets one specific issue you think needs attention, and outlines how you would go about raising awareness for that issue.
- Project Nutritional Fact Sheet: The project that was to see us create a fact sheet for the LLA Cafeteria has been canceled this quarter, and will instead be the major project for Health students during second semester.
If you have any questions about these changes, please let me know!
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