Health & Counseling

Topics include sex education, drugs and alcohol, social media, relationships, mental health, and stress management. The class discusses emotional intelligence, moral integrity, and how to choose a healthy lifestyle. The format is conversational and the atmosphere open and respectful.

The block covers nutritional information and the students discuss diet and healthy lifestyle choices. Topics also include social media, consent, and drug/alcohol use.

The block has focused on a combination of emotional intelligence, communication skills, personal values, identity, mindfulness, healthy relationships and sexual health. Like all health classes, the curriculum is evolving and often dictated by the expressed and observed needs of the group. This is traditionally a shorter block than in 9th and 10th grades.

Seniors have the opportunity to become Peer Counselors with approval of the High School Mentor. Peer Counselors help ninth graders make a healthy transition to high school. The Peer Counselor groups meets at least monthly to develop listening skills and discuss issues that arise.