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What is the main purpose of Health II?
This course builds off the basic knowledge and skills you’ve learned in Health I and focuses on real-life skills you’ll actually use, no matter what path you choose after graduation.
If you are more than 5 minutes late without a pass, where must you report?
report directly to your dean.
What percentage of your grade comes from Summative Assessments?
60%
How can a student earn Honors Credit in Health II?
Honors credit will be awarded to students that choose to successfully complete an independent health project.
Name one learning habit required to be eligible for a redo or retake.
Regular attendance
Active participation
Using support resources
Completing practice work
Best effort on first attempts
Name two topics that will be covered in this class.
Addiction and Dopamine cycles
Mental and Emotional health
Violence Prevention
Disease Prevention
Health Literacy
Healthy Choices into adulthood
Sexual Health
How many total absences (excused or unexcused) can result in loss of credit?
4 or more excused or unexcused absences will cause you to lose credit.
What percentage of your grade is the Final Exam worth?
10%
Is the Honors project completed during class time or outside of class time?
This project will be completed outside of class time.
What is the maximum grade you can earn on a redo?
The highest grade possible on a redo is 85% (B level)
What role does Mrs. Shea-Lyons take in the classroom?
The teacher will serve as an instructional coach to support your learning.
What should you do if you miss a class?
it is up to you to contact me to get any missed information or assignments. I am happy to help, just ask!
Are projects required to pass the course?
Yes
True or False Interested students should see the teacher for more information and project guidelines
True
How long do you have to complete a redo or retake?
Redos must be completed within one week of the original assessment (unless the skill will be assessed again later in the course)
List three expectations students must follow in Health II.
No cell phones, AirPods, or wireless headphones
Come to class on time!
Try your best, even when it’s challenging!
Can work missed due to a cut be made up?
Work missed due to a cut CAN NOT be made-up.
What percentage of your grade comes from Formative Assessments?
30%
True or False: Honors is only available for selected students
False: Anyone can elect to earn honors credit
When are summative make-up assignments due after a unit is completed?
All summative assignments are due no later than 1 week after a unit is complete.
What three items are required to bring to class each day?
School issued Chromebook (charged)
Writing implement
Notebook
Do excused absences count toward the total absences allowed?
All absences — excused and unexcused — count toward the total, unless specified otherwise through administrative appeal.
What's the difference between a formative (Interim) and a summative assessment?
formative(Interim) = classwork
Summative = tests /projects
When is the honors project due?
At the end of the semester.
Why do you think attendance and effort are important in Health II?
Attendance is essential to success in Health class