As part of our commitment to the whole child, Norwood School’s Life Skills Program introduces students to age-appropriate information about personal and community health and well-being. This knowledge helps them lead happy, healthy lives and make positive contributions to their community from early childhood through adolescence and beyond. Topics include:
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Personal and Interpersonal Skills
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Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
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Human Growth and Development
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Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention
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Safety
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Media and Technology
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Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Action (IDEA)
Depending on the grade and topic, coordinated instruction occurs in homeroom, advisory, science, physical education, and/or dedicated life skills classes. At all ages, the program develops skills and strategies for lifelong well-being and promotes caring for the well-being of others. Throughout the program, teachers emphasize the important role students' family members play in guiding goal-setting, problem-solving, and decision-making.