Origins of Food
We are learning where food comes from and how it can affect its nutritional value and the environment.
We are learning where food comes from and how it can affect its nutritional value and the environment.
Increasing opportunities for physical activity The classroom environment offers a wide range of opportunities for students to be physically active. Implementing meaningful opportunities for students to be physically active can influence a student’s overall school experience, their physical literacy...
Ophea’s Gender-Based Violence Prevention e-Learning module was developed to increase educator awareness and understanding of gender-based violence, and the importance of teaching gender-based violence prevention in schools. This module, combined with Ophea’s Gender-Based Violence Prevention...
This webinar is intended for elementary educators and will include a discussion on Canada’s Food Guide and how to support students’ understanding of Canada's Food Guide. By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to: Describe Canada’s Food Guide and the connections to the Health and...
Ophea’s Sector Spotlight aims to illuminate the bright spots within the education sector through recognizing the critical work being done by community members and value-aligned organizations, and its impact on student and staff well-being. This initiative also aims to strengthen connections between...
We are learning to identify key nutrients provided by foods and beverages and describe their importance for growth, mental and physical health, learning, and physical performance.
We are learning to apply decision-making, assertiveness, and refusal skills to deal with pressures pertaining to alcohol use or other behaviours that can later lead to addiction and we are learning to
We are learning about actions we can take to keep ourselves safe at home and school including asking for help and we are learning about potential risks and how to avoid injuries at home...
We are learning about the importance of keeping teeth and gums healthy and how different food choices can affect a person’s teeth and body.
On November 29, 2023, Ophea hosted a webinar in partnership with the Ontario Coalition for Rape Crisis Centres (OCRCC) ’s Draw the Line Campaign (#DTL16Days). Moderated by Ophea’s Curriculum Consultant Andrea Haefele (she/her), Youth Perspectives on Identifying and Responding to Gender-Based...
As educators we aim to inspire a generation of students to build a healthy relationship with food. But, it’s not always easy for educators to keep up with the latest nutrition news, since the science changes quickly and food fads come and go. Do you have the necessary knowledge to teach nutrition to...
Spotlight on the Near North District School Board & t he North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit “We really are so much stronger when we work together.” Emily Samuel, Principal of Safe Schools, Early Years and Leadership Development, Near North District School Board In connection with Ophea’s...