Health Educator

 The school nurse is responsible for teaching part of the state mandated Health Curriculum.  All of the information is introduced in an age appropriate manner, follows our School Board approved health textbook and will meet the requirements as outlined in the state guidelines.  This information is available on the web by clicking on the links below or from the nurse. Following is a brief summary.
In Kindergarten, 1^st and 2^nd grades, students will learn about types of germs and how they are spread. In addition the students will learn healthy behaviors that will reduce their chance of becoming sick, and how to protect themselves. 

 In 3^rd and 4^th grades, students will continue to learn about germs.  They will also learn how certain viruses can affect their bodies and cause illnesses.  One specific lesson will address Bloodborne pathogens (HIV, Hepatitis B and C) and how students can protect themselves by not touching other people’s blood or contaminated needles.

 In 5^th and 6^th grades, the students will have a lesson that focuses on growth and development.  The students will learn about the physical characteristics and emotions that accompany adolescence and puberty.   They will also learn about appropriate hygiene and health needs.  In 5^th grade, students will learn same sex characteristics.  In 6^th grade, opposite sex characteristics will be introduced.  For these lessons we will separate the students by gender.
In 5^th and 6^th grades, students will continue to learn about communicable and noncommunicable illnesses and how to make good choices in regards to their own health.  One specific lesson will address Bloodborne pathogens (HIV, Hepatitis B and C) and how students can protect themselves by not touching other people’s blood, certain body fluids or contaminated needles.   In addition to this, 6^th grade students will learn about sexually transmitted diseases.  Prevention of these diseases will focus on abstinence and saying no to illegal drug use. 

Exclusion forms are available if you would prefer that your child not attend one of the above-mentioned Bloodborne pathogen lessons