In this unit you will learn about Protein-Energy-Malnutrition (PEM), the most serious nutritional problem among children. The knowledge acquired will enable you to identify children with PEM in your community at the earliest possible stage and be able to manage the situation.

This lesson will allow the students to choose different activities for lifelong fitness and gain a better understanding of them

In late 2021, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP), and the Children’s Hospital Association (CHA) declared a National State of Emergency in Children's Mental Health. In addition, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued the U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory on Protecting Youth Mental Health to highlight the urgent need to address the nation’s youth mental health crisis. Both the declaration from the AAP, AACP, CHA and the Surgeon General's Advisory have intensified efforts to align policymakers at all levels of government and advocates for children and adolescents to fight for stronger systems of prevention and care for our youth.

Managing Stress is a lesson designed by a Health and Physical Education Teacher to support Health instruction. Created By: Libby Acampora Powhatan County Public Schools

Minimize Pollution in the Environment is a lesson designed by a Health and Physical Eucation Teacher to support Health instruction. Created By: Libby Acampora Powhatan County Public Schools

Video Description:  In this close-up video, Dr. Gary Ruff, Saffire Project Manager at NASA's Glenn Research Center, shares his love for saltwater aquaria and his curiosity and drive to learn more about fire.  Video Length:  1:36.NASA eClipsTM is a suite of online student-centered, standards-based resources that support instruction by increasing STEM literacy in formal and nonformal settings.  These free digital and downloadable resources inform and engage students through NASA-inspired, real-world connections.NASA eClips Ask SME: Close-up with a NASA Subject Matter Expert videos are professionally developed to capture a glimpse of NASA SME's personal interests and career journeys. Each can be used to spark student interest and broaden their ideas of the STEM workforce. Additional videos in this series can be found by searching GoOpenVA using "NASA eClips Ask SME".

Video Description:  Fire needs fuel, oxygen, and heat - no matter where the fire may be housed. Review fire safety rules while you learn more about research NASA is conducting to keep astronauts safe during space explorations. Video Length: 5:50 NASA eClipsTM is a suite of online student-centered, standards-based resources that support instruction by increasing STEM literacy in formal and nonformal settings.  These free digital and downloadable resources inform and engage students through NASA-inspired, real-world connections.NASA eClips Our World videos (grades 3-5) help students understand the differences between science (the natural world) and engineering (the designed world).  These video segments supplement elementary learning objectives not only in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, but also in reading, writing, visual and performing arts.

Plan a meal with your family.  Outlined in the main lesson use at least 4 of the 5 food groups when preparing the meal.  Take pictures as you go and summerize the final product and how you did.  Have some fun with it.Alternate assignment is to prepare a meal on paper including 4 of the 5 food groups with every thing on paper.  Submit what recipes you found on line and sumarize your findings.  

Pre Quiz to get a basline for nutrition knowledgeOverview of of nutrients Food log to analyze for for one week

Operation Prevention's school resources provide educators with engaging tools that are aligned to national health and science standards, and integrate seamlessly into classroom instruction. Through a series of hands-on investigations, students will explore the science behind substance misuse, and the resulting impacts on our brain and body.

Students will be able to find patterns in nature using different sounds and also have the opportunity to observe and find their own patterns in nature.

Designed for primary or elementary school learning, Pip rides in a car with her Mama Spruce. In this video Pip tells her dewdrops the importance of wearing a seatbelt during a car ride.

Designed for primary or elementary school learning, Pip takes an adventure over to the playground. Learn with Pip while she tells her dewdrops how to have fun and be safe while playing on at a playground!

This newly updated digital course educates students about the potential dangers of misusing prescription medications, including fentanyl. The course – developed in partnership with Truth Initiative, the public health organization behind the nationally recognized truth® youth tobacco prevention and education campaign – explores the impact misuse can have on teens' physical and mental health, relationships, communities, and futures. The tone and design of the updated course is more youth-led and easier to digest by teens with brand new content addressing the dangers of fentanyl and counterfeit drugs.

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This is a collaborative research project for students to explore various opioids and the dangers associated with opioid use.

Students are facing overwhelming challenges this past year with the Covid pandemic.  Learn how others have used focus and determination to meet these challenges head on.  Samanth Peszeck an Olympic gymnast shares her story of adversity and overcoming her struggles.  Pre and Post assessments help students find their way in this challenging time. 

Strategies to Prevent Chronic Disease is a lesson designed by a Health and Physical Education Teacher to support Health instruction. Created By: Libby Acampora Powhatan County Public Schools

This resource highlights seven key challenges to providing school- or program-based mental health support across early childhood, K–12 schools, and higher education settings, and presents seven corresponding recommendations. The appendix provides additional useful information, including
(a) numerous examples corresponding to the recommendations highlighting implementation efforts throughout the country;
(b) a list of federal resource centers;
(c) a list of resources to assist educators (teachers, providers, and administrators) in implementing the recommendations; and
(d) guidance on existing programs that can support social, emotional and mental health services for students