Westfield, NJ 07090
COMPREHENSIVE FAMILY LIVING, HEALTH & SAFETY,
AND DRUG EDUCATION CURRICULUM
GRADE 10
I. RATIONALE, DESCRIPTION AND PURPOSE
Students studying the Comprehensive Family Living, Health and Safety, Drug Education Curricula in Grade 10 will take a more in-depth look at the complexity and seriousness of sexuality in their lives. They will be challenged to consider their personal responsibilities about adolescent sexuality and behavior. They will look at the strong role of emotions in their relationships. Alcohol, drug and tobacco use and abuse will be considered and discussed. These will include:
A. Developing a greater understanding and appreciation of the complexity of life and the responsibility for maintaining good basic health practices
B. Understanding the body as it involves reproduction, growth and development, as well as understanding environmental factors which may influence it
C. Understanding the psychological and physiological changes which occur when substances are introduced into the body
D. Learning basic principles of emergency care and prevention of injuries
E. Helping understand synthesize, interpret and explain contemporary health issues in today's society
F. Becoming aware of the importance of community resources and their availability and knowing how to use these resources for themselves and others
The program as outlined is designed to meet these goals. Students graduating from Westfield High School will have an understanding and working knowledge of the information listed in this curriculum. And as a result of completing this program, students will be better prepared to live healthful lives.
TOPIC I - FAMILY LIFE EDUCATION
II. OBJECTIVES
By the conclusion of the grade 10 family life unit, students will:
A. Know what sources are available for information about family, family living, or an sensitive area and be encouraged to refer to them (parents, other family members, clergy, physicians, community agencies)
B. Recognize that an important function of the family is to help each of its members cope with the many changing events in the life of that family
C. Understand those factors which create a warm, loving emotional environment necessary for normal growth and development
D. Understand the relationship between mental health, emotional maturity and physical health
E. Understand that each of us is a sexual being, that human sexuality is more than sex, a purely physical act. Sexuality affects everything one does in life as a male or female; and it affects how one behaves in that role and in relationships with others
F. Be able to demonstrate a knowledge, understanding and practical use of the library/media center resources as these relate to the course content
III. CONTENT, SCOPE AND SEQUENCE
Core
Course
Proficiencies
9.1
UNIT I. THE FAMILY (2.2, 14, 15)
9.2
A. A Family Unit
9.7
1. Definition
2. Family structure
a. Nuclear
b. Extended family
c. Blended family
d. Single parent
e. Guardianship
Core
Course
Proficiencies
3. Family responsibilities (2.2, 12, 13)
a. Interpersonal relationships
b. Loyalty, respect, trust
7.7
c. Communication
d. Care of family members
1) Health (2.2, 16)
2) Nutrition
3) Medical care
e. Discipline
7.9
f. Example
9.2
4. Family member roles
9.1
5. Family customs and traditions
9.7
6. Religious status (2.2, 16)
7. Parent employment status and other economic factors
8. Family expectations
9. Longevity of family members
10. Leisure time activities
11. Mobility
9.3
12. Divorce and separation, death (2.2, 14-15)
9.5
13. Available medical care and community resources (2.1, 17)
9.7
14. Educational opportunities
15. Substance abuse/addiction in families (2.2, 14)
16. Violence on families (2.1, 19)
17. Abusive behavior (2.2, 12-15)
a. Verbal
b. Sexual
c. Physical
Core
Course
Proficiencies
9.3
B. Resources for Families (2.2, 14)
9.9
1. Education
9.7
a. Communication Skills
b. Problem-Solving skills
c. Conflict-Resolution skills
UNIT II - HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
(2.1, 20; 2.2, 15; 2.4, 14, 15, 19; 2.5, 15)
7.1
A. Emotions
1. Expressing emotions
a. Positive expression
1) Discussion
2) Channeling energy into appropriate outlets, e.g., sports, hobbies
3) Assertiveness
7.2
b. Negative expression
1) Displacement, e.g., blaming others
2) Projection
3) Aggression
4) Withdrawal, e.g., runaway
2. Characteristics of emotional maturity
7.4
a. Self discipline
8.7
b. Self esteem
7.1
c. Independence
d. Acceptance of reality
e. Personal responsibility
f. Control of emotions
3. Influences on emotions
a. Biological
b. Social
1) Family
2) Community
3) Peers
4) Media (2.1, 20)
5) Religion
c. Psychological
7.7
1) Self esteem
2) Coping skills
Core
Course
Proficiencies
3) Communication skills
7.3
4. Available school and community resources
7.6
B. Relationships with others (2.2)
7.7
1. Dependence vs. Independence
2. Communications
3. Dealing with conflicts
4. Peer relationships
UNIT 3: ADOLESCENT SEXUALITY
(2.1, 15-16; 2.4, 15-16)
7.1
A. Development of sexuality
8.5
1. Physical sexuality/sexual orientation
2. Emotional sexuality
3. Social sexuality
14.1
B. Responsible sexuality (2.4, 20-21)
8.7
1. One's sexual attitude
12.3
2. Being consistent with attitude
3. Self respect/respect for others
4. Behaving in a positive and constructive manner
7.3
5. Responsible sexual behavior
a. Abstinence
b. Responsibility to self and partner and to others
c. Sources for advice and counseling (parents, clergy and family physician)
d. Awareness of communicable diseases and their transmission
(including AIDS, etc.)
Core
Course
Proficiencies
14.5
C. Teenage sexual behavior (2.4, 15-16, 20)
8.6
1. Abstinence
8.7
2. The right to say no; the moral and legal obligation to accept no.
7.2
D. Possible consequences of early sexual activity
8.2
1. Psychological (2.4, 15)
8.3
a. Guilt
8.7
b. Fear
c. Stress
7.2
2. Social (2.4, 21)
8.2
a. Alienation from family
8.3
b. Reputation
c. Alienation from friends
7.2
3. Physical (2.4, 20)
8.2
a. Sexually transmitted disease (female and male), HIV/AIDS/Hepatitis B, etc.
8.3
b. Increased risk of cervical cancer (female)
c. Early or unwanted pregnancy
8.7
E. Abstinence (2.4, 20)
12.3
1. Definition and rationale for abstaining from sexual activity as a conscious
decision
F. Birth Control
1. Continual and varying risk of pregnancy
2. Lack of disease control
3. Types
a. Natural- temperature/calendar/cervial muscous pointers interruptus
b. Barrier methods
c. Drug methods
1) Perscription (2.4, 20)
· oral conceptives/interuterine devices/diaphragm/cervial cap
· Norplant, Depoprovera
2) Non perscription
· prophylactic
· spermicide
d. Sterilization (2.4, 21)
1) female, e.g., tubalization/laparoscopy
2) male, e.g., vasectomy
IV. METHODOLOGY
A variety of instructional methods will be used including lecture, inquiry, questioning, discussion, research, reporting and group work.
V. EVALUATION
A. Students will demonstrate their knowledge by:
1. Written and oral tests and quizzes
2. Research reports-oral or written
3. Class participation
4. Listing or naming sources of information for nutrition
B. Students will demonstrate their ability to recognize the important function of the family is to help each of its members cope with the many changing events in the life of that family by: (2.4, 18)
1. Listing the functions of the family
2. Differentiating types of family structure
3. Identify sources of help in the community
4. Stating problem situations and how to deal with them
C. Students will demonstrate their knowledge and use of the library/media center through the successful completion of appropriate projects and assignments.
TOPIC II - ALCOHOL
II. OBJECTIVES
By the end of this unit students will:
A. Know and understand the history of alcohol and its many uses
B Recognize that there are responsibilities associated with the decision to use alcohol
C. Recognize and evaluate the influence of the advertising media on the young buyer
D. Understand the scope of the problem of excessive drinking
E. Understand alcoholism in today's society
F. Develop an awareness of the preventive and corrective measures of coping with alcoholism
G. Recognize the effect alcohol has on driving ability
H. Be able to demonstrate a knowledge, understanding and practical use of the library/media center resources as these relate to the course content
III. CONTENT, SCOPE AND SEQUENCE
Core
Course
Proficiencies
14.1
A. Alcoholism (2.3, 12-18)
14.2
1. Definition
14.3
2. Scope of the problem
14.4
a. Causes
14.5
b. Diagnosis
14.6
c. Cycle of Addiction
14.7
3. Medical complications
10.1
B. Impact on family, friends, community, school performance
12.1
C. Treatment/Rehabilitation
Core
Course
Proficiencies
12.2
D. Drinking and driving (2.3, 16,17)
5.4
1. Testing for intoxication
2. Penalties
E. Prevention of Alcoholism (2.1, 15-17, 19)
1. Identification of risk factor
2. Explore alternative behavioral activities
IV. METHODOLOGY
A variety of instructional methods will be used including lecture, inquiry, questioning, discussion, research and reporting, and group work.
V. EVALUATION
A. Students will demonstrate their knowledge by:
1. Written and oral tests and quizzes
2. Research reports-oral or written
3. Class participation
4. Listing or naming sources of information on the family
B. Students will demonstrate their ability to recognize the effects of alcohol use and abuse by:
1. Recognizing and analyzing various problems associated with abuse and addiction
2. Identifying the effects of alcoholism on relationships including family, friends, community.
3. Identifying the effects of alcohol on driving
4. Identifying school/community resources for treatment
C. Students will demonstrate their knowledge and use of the library/media center through the successful completion of appropriate projects and assignments.
TOPIC III. - DRUGS
II. OBJECTIVES
By the conclusion of this unit students will:
A. Become aware of the total drug problems in society
B. Understand the nature of various drugs and their effects upon the body
C. Become acquainted with the scope of society's attempt to place drugs in the proper perspective
D. Develop an understanding of the drug user along with the individuals' and community responsibility in seeking solutions to the drug problem
E. Develop an awareness and understanding of the consequences of drug abuse, e.g., HIV/AIDS/Hepatitis B, and physical and psychological defects as a result of anabolic steroid use
F. Be able to demonstrate a knowledge, understanding and practical use of the library/media center resources as these relate to the course content
III. CONTENT, SCOPE AND SEQUENCE
Core
Course
Proficiencies
14.1, 14.2
A. Society and drug use (2.1, 20; 2.2, 12-15; 2.3, 12-16)
14.3
1. Attitude
14.4
2. Recognition
10.1
3. Addiction
10.2
4. Responsibility
10.3
5. Family therapy
10.5
6. Resources Community
Core
Course
Proficiencies
10.6
7. Discouragement
B. Characteristics and description (2.1, 15-20)
1. Action
2. Metabolism
3. Elimination
4. Appearance
10.1
5. Dosage-effects, overdose
12.3
C. Addiction (2.1, 15-20)
12.2
1. Tolerance
2. Withdrawal symptoms
3. Organic damage directly and indirectly from drug use
D. Overdose-treatment, therapy
10.1
E. Effects of drug abuse on the body (2.3, 15, 18)
1. I.V. drug
2. Anabolic steroids
3. Other drugs
10.1
F. Communicable disease associated with drug use:
14.1
1. HIV/AIDS/Hepatitis B (2.1, 18-20, 2.3, 15, 18)
a. Causative virus
12.3, 14.2
b. Transmission
14.3, 14.4
c. Signs and symptoms
12.3
d. Risk behavior
14.2
e. Prevention
14.3
f. Treatment
14.4
g. Community resources
IV. METHODOLOGY
A variety of instructional methods will be used including lecture, inquiry, questioning, discussion, research and reporting, and group work.
V. EVALUATION
A. Students will demonstrate their knowledge by:
1. Written and oral tests and quizzes
2. Research reports-oral or written
3. Class participation
4. Listing or naming sources of information on the family
B. Students will demonstrate their ability to recognize the effects of drug use and abuse by:
1. Identifying various forms of drug use in society including anabolic steroids
2. Listing the characteristics of drug use and its affects on body systems
3. Recognizing and analyzing problems associated with abuse and addiction
4. Differentiating types of therapy and treatment
5. Discussing the problem of drug-related diseases, e.g., HIV/AIDS/Hepatitis B, etc.
6. Demonstrating their knowledge and use of the library/media center through the successful completion of appropriate projects and assignments
TOPIC IV - TOBACCO
II. OBJECTIVES
By the conclusion of this unit students will:
A. Become familiar with scientific information concerning smoking and its effect upon the individual;
B. Understand the variety of reasons why people smoke
C. Evaluate effect of advertising and other pressures
D. Accept the responsibility for improving and safeguarding his/her health and environment
E. Demonstrate a knowledge, understanding and practical use of the library/media center resources as these relate to the course content
III. CONTENT, SCOPE AND SEQUENCE
Core
Course
Proficiencies
10.1
A. Composition of tobacco before and after combustion (including chewing tobacco)
10.2
B. Effects of tobacco smoke on the body (2.1, 16-18, 20; 2.2, 12-17)
10.3
1. Respiratory system
10.4
2. Circulatory system
10.5
3. Digestion
C. Social Attitudes
10.6
1. Advertising and media influence
12.1
2. Peer influence
3. Parental responsibility
11.2
4. Educational guidance
11.5
5. Legislation
D. Diseases associated with tobacco use:
1. Cancer-all types
2. Respiratory disorders
a. Emphysema
b. Bronchitis
Core
Course
Proficiencies
3. Other complications
a. Ulcers
b. Gum disorders
c. Skin disorders (2.1, 16)
11.1
4. Health concerns related to second hand smoke (2.1, 20)
E. Dependence (2.1, 16)
1. Reinforcement with other smokers
2. Withdrawal-physical and psychological
12.3
3. Kicking the habit-techniques on how to quit
IV. METHODOLOGY
A variety of instructional methods will be used including lecture, inquiry, questioning, discussion, research and reporting, and group work.
V. EVALUATION
A. Students will demonstrate their knowledge by:
1. Written and oral tests and quizzes
2. Research reports-oral or written
3. Class participation
4. Listing or naming sources of information on the family
B. Students will demonstrate their ability to recognize the importance of the effect of tobacco use on the human body by:
1. Identifying scientific information concerning smoking and its effect upon the individual
2. Analyzing the reasons why people smoke
3. Evaluate the effect of advertising on smokers and non smokers
C. Students will demonstrate their knowledge and use of the library/media center through the successful completion of appropriate projects and assignments.
VI. TECHNOLOGY
Teachers of this curriculum will use available CD Roms on topics appropriate to the subject matter taught. As technology becomes more available in the regular classroom students will be encouraged to use the Internet for projects and research.
VII. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Teachers who are not trained or comfortable in using technology in the classroom must participate in appropriate courses or sessions to gain expertise. Regular attendance at conferences scheduled for maintaining skills or learning new information about this field will be expected of all teaching staff.
GRADE 10
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