Thursday, September 3, 2020
How educators, students and families can prioritize well-being in the times of COVID-19
As we prepare for a return to in-person learning in Ontario schools this fall, educators, parents and students have plenty of questions and concerns—and health and safety is first and foremost among them.
How...
Monday, March 6, 2017
Human Development & Sexual Health (HD&SH) is a key component of overall health and well-being that affects us all. Due to the diverse family structures, cultural and religious values, sexual orientations and gender identities of students, there’s no doubt it’s a topic that needs to be...
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
How focusing in can lead to big-picture thinking.
When it comes to being active we all have our preferences. Some may enjoy a fast-paced game of competitive soccer, while others may enjoy hiking in the woods.
Now, based on new expectations set out in the 2015 H&PE curriculum, Ontario secondary...
Friday, October 28, 2016
Fostering Good Digital Citizenship in a Wireless World
Whether we’re looking up a recipe, getting directions, sharing a photo on social media or doing online banking — there’s no question: we’re living in a digital world. As adults, the digital world has become vital in our daily lives when being...
Monday, May 2, 2016
How the H&PE Curriculum is Fostering the Well-being of Students from Grades 1–12
Mental health depends on—and is connected to—so many things. From having a supportive social environment, to making healthy choices about substance use, to eating nutritious foods and getting enough exercise and...
Monday, November 2, 2015
How financial literacy promotes health & well-being
When it comes to managing money, making good decisions doesn’t always come naturally—especially in a society where opportunities for instant gratification abound, and purchases can be made with the click of a mouse or the swipe of a credit...
Friday, October 2, 2015
How Educators Can Foster Safe Physical & Emotional Environments in H&PE
We all learn best when we feel safe and included. The 2015 Ontario Health and Physical Education (H&PE) curriculum for elementary and secondary students takes this to heart. In fact, one of the curriculum’s...
