7th Grade Health Curriculum - Boulder Valley School District

Content Area: Comprehensive Health - Seventh GradeStandard: 3. Emotional and Social Wellness in HealthPrepared Graduates:Utilize knowledge and skills to enhance mental, emotional, and social well-beingGrade Level ExpectationConcepts and skills students master:1. Demonstrate effective communication skills to express feelings appropriatelyEvidence Outcomes21 st Century Skills and Readiness CompetenciesStudents can:a. Demonstrate the ability to engage in active listeningb. Practice the use of “I” statementsc. Demonstrate negotiation skills to support the healthyexpression of personal needsd. Demonstrate the ability to state personal needs and articulatelimitse. Practice verbal and nonverbal ways to ask for help fromtrusted adults or friendsInquiry Questions:1. How will I know who to trust with my personal emotionalhealth issues?2. How can I keep my friends if I disagree with them?3. How can I express my feelings and concerns if I am shy orfeel embarrassed?4. How can I be a better listener?Relevance and Application:1. Hostage negotiators rely on using their verbal and nonverbalcommunications skills to diffuse dangerous situations2. Setting boundaries provides a framework for responsibledecision-making and can contribute to the development of apositive self-image.Nature of Discipline:1. Effective communication skills affect mental and socialhealth, and are life-long skills.3/13/2012 BVSD Curriculum Essentials 14