Michigan Model
At ADL Intermediate School and Westford School, PE, Health, Guidance and Family and Consumer Science faculty deliver the Michigan Model for Health. The Michigan Model is a comprehensive curriculum that aims to give school-aged children the knowledge and skills needed to practice and maintain healthy behaviors and lifestyles. It provides age-appropriate lessons addressing the most serious health challenges facing school-aged children, including social and emotional health; nutrition and physical activity; alcohol, tobacco and other drugs; personal health and wellness; safety; and HIV.
The Michigan Model for Health facilitates learning through a variety of interactive teaching and learning techniques. Skill development through demonstration and guided practice is emphasized resulting in the development of positive lifestyle behaviors for students and families.
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Last updated: Mar 15, 2011 at 10:26 am