Physical Changes at Puberty
We are learning about the physical changes that occur at puberty and the emotional and social impacts which may result from these changes and we are learning how choices we make every day can have a
We are learning about the physical changes that occur at puberty and the emotional and social impacts which may result from these changes and we are learning how choices we make every day can have a
We are learning how to take care of our mental health as a part of our overall health and we are learning how our thoughts, emotions and actions can affect our mental health and how to respond to...
We are learning to apply our self-awareness skills to understand the impacts of viewing sexually explicit media, including pornography.
We are learning to identify body parts, including genitalia, using correct terminology and we are learning to respect ourselves and our body by taking care of it and setting and respecting boundaries.
We are learning to apply our relationship and self-awareness skills to assess the effects of stereotypes and assumptions on an individual's self-concept, feelings of inclusion and relationships. We
We are learning about the importance of consent and how to stand up for ourselves and others for our well-being.
Ophea’s H&PE Curriculum Resources: Grades 1-8 addressing the H&PE Curriculum, 2015 continue to be available. Throughout the school year, new lesson plans will be added to further support you in teaching the current curriculum. With the release of the 2019 Elementary H&PE curriculum, Ophea will...
We are learning to describe the process of developing an egg during puberty. We are learning how the production of an egg relates to reproduction and our overall development.
We are applying our self-awareness and communication skills to show respect for our body and for others. We are learning to identify the body parts of the reproductive systems and explain the physical
We are learning to use our critical thinking skills to understand the relationship between mental health and mental illness and identify possible signs of mental health problems. We are learning how
We are learning to use our coping and self-awareness skills to understand gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation. We are learning to identify factors that can help individuals of
Throughout this webinar participants will: Experience the Inquiry Based Learning process and approach in the context of health and physical education. Break down the Inquiry process in order to identify potential starting points in instruction as well as tools to help activate student learning...
We are learning to use our self-awareness and critical thinking skills to make informed decisions that demonstrate respect for ourselves and others. We are learning to apply our relationship and self-
We are learning to use our critical thinking skills to analyse the attractions and benefits associated with being in a healthy relationship, as well as the benefits, risks, and drawbacks, for
We are learning to use our self-awareness and critical thinking skills to understand abstinence, contraception, and the use of effective and suitable protection to prevent pregnancy and sexually
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...