Wellness 10 A Curriculum Guide for the Secondary Level

1. Saskatchewan Learning recognizes that schools share responsibility for HIV/AIDS Education with parents, churches, community organizations, and social agencies.

2. Health-related information is constantly changing. The purpose of this unit is to enable students to access and evaluate information that is currently accepted by responsible authorities, as well as information that is continually being made available to the public. The emphasis is on information regarding testing for HIV/AIDS.

3. The section Background Information for the Teacher is updated annually both in print and on Saskatchewan Learning’s web site at www.sasked.gov. sk.ca.

4. Saskatchewan Learning recommends the establishment of a health education/wellness liaison committee. Some communities may already have this support in place, as the Health Education curricula for grades 1-5 and 6-9 recommend the establishment of such a committee. A liaison committee can be a beneficial support to both HIV/AIDS education and teachers. A committee made up of parents, educators, health professionals, and community members might assist in acquiring and selecting resources that meet community needs. Such committees provide a valuable link between the school and community.

Unit at a Glance

Decision-making Process	Content	Resources
Level A – Extend Knowledge Base
1. Reflect on what you know about the issue.	Overview of unit Sources of HIV/AIDS information	Sample Checklist for Evaluating Health-related Sources of Information, Appendix A
2. Research the issue. Find the facts.	HIV testing procedures HIV testing options in Saskatchewan When HIV testing is necessary Follow-up procedures to a positive HIV test Diagnosing AIDS	HIV Antibody Testing, Appendix B AIDS and the HIV Antibody Test, Anonymous Testing Sample Checklist for Evaluating Health-related Information, Appendix C HIV & AIDS: What You Need to Know

Level B – Make an Informed Decision
3. State the challenge. Explore alternatives and consequences.	Challenges of arranging for HIV testing Options for HIV testing Evaluating options by comparing them to specific criteria	HIV Antibody Testing, Appendix B
4. Make a decision. Set a personal goal.	Deciding which test option is best Developing a goal statement

Level C – Carry Out Action Plan
5. Design and apply an action plan.	Elements of an effective action plan	Sample Rubric for Assessing the Design Phase of an Action Plan to Arrange for HIV Testing, Appendix D
6. Evaluate progress. Revise as needed.	Designing an action plan

Perspective/ Theme	Grade 6 Affirm Standards	Grade 7 Commit Self	Grade 8 Support Peers	Grade 9 Promote Health	Wellness 10 Design Wellness
Content	transmission safety in emergencies	non-risking behaviours stages of HIV infection signs and symptoms immune system and HIV	sensitive issues effect of AIDS on families communication strategies with parents	physical, social, and emotional needs overcoming stigma risky behaviours community response, present and projected, to HIV/AIDS	HIV antibody testing options for HIV antibody testing in Saskatchewan understanding positive, negative, and indeterminate test results diagnosing AIDS
Process	use criteria for selecting resources evaluate sources of information evaluate information define personal standards	use criteria for selecting resources access and gather information evaluate sources of information analyze reporting techniques of special interest groups evaluate information make personal commitment	use criteria for selecting resources access and gather information evaluate sources of information analyze reporting techniques of special interest groups evaluate information practise strategies to support peers	develop and use criteria for selecting resources access and gather information evaluate sources of information analyze reporting techniques of special interest groups evaluate information develop leadership skills and health promotion strategies promote community supports and services	develop and use criteria for selecting resources access and gather information evaluate sources of information analyze reporting techniques of special interest groups evaluate information use personal standards, commitment, supportive peers, health promotion skills, physical activity and fitness, stress management, leisure, healthy eating, and relationships to design personal wellness

Unit 3: Challenges for Wellness HIV/AIDS Education

Unit at a Glance

Overview of HIV/AIDS Education in Health Education (Grades 6-9) and in Wellness 10