Tuscarora High – Health Education 10.5 cr.

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

This course must be successfully completed as a one-half credit graduation requirement and is required for all 9th grade students. The Health Education curriculum complies with Maryland Public School law and the Maryland Health Education curricular framework. Topics included are: Mental and Emotional Health; Substance Abuse Prevention; Family Life and Human Sexuality; Safety and Violence Prevention; Healthy Eating; and Disease Prevention and Control. Skills developed in relation to health enhancing behaviors include: analyzing influences, accessing valid and reliable information, interpersonal communication, decision-making, goal setting, self-management, and advocacy.