Healthy Active Living Education – Alternative (Grade 9)

This course equips students with the knowledge and skills they need to make healthy choices now and lead healthy, active lives in the future. Through participation in a wide range of physical activities, students develop knowledge and skills related to movement competence and personal fitness. Students also acquire an understanding of factors that contribute to healthy development and learn how to apply health and physical activity concepts to improve their health and well-being.

Unit 1: Active Living and Fitness

Students participate in physical activities that promote personal fitness and healthy lifestyles.

Unit 2: Movement Skills and Physical Activities

Students develop movement skills through a variety of physical activities and games.

Unit 3: Healthy Living and Well-Being

Students explore factors that contribute to healthy living including nutrition and mental well-being.

Unit 4: Relationships and Personal Safety

Students examine healthy relationships and strategies for personal safety.

Unit 5: Personal Fitness Planning

Students develop personal fitness goals and strategies for maintaining active lifestyles.

Unit 6: Culminating Wellness Project

Students demonstrate their understanding of healthy living through a final project or presentation.