Supporting Health Education Renewal at the Middle Level
An Information Bulletin
(Grades 6-9)
December 1998
Table of Contents
Purpose of Bulletin
Curriculum Renewal
Roles within Curriculum Renewal
Role of Administrators
Role of Classroom Teachers
Role of Catalyst Teachers
Role of Health Education Liaison Committees
Health Education Overview
Aim and Goals
Philosophy: A Comprehensive School Health Approach
Health Education for the Middle Level
Shared Responsibility
Decision-making Process
Required and Optional Units
Grade Level Perspectives
Foundational Objectives
Curriculum Documents
Resource Selection
Curriculum Evaluation
Curriculum Maintenance/Renewal
Appendix A: Professional Development Suggestions
Appendix B: an Observation Checklist for Middle Level Health Education within a Comprehensive School Health Framework
Appendix C: Parent Information for a Bulletin or Newsletter
Appendix D: Frequently Asked Questions about the Renewed Health Education Curriculum for the Middle Level (grade 6-9)
