Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Health Education

Abstract:
This guide outlines the knowledge and skills that students should acquire for health education, grades k-12. Students are expected to learn specific behaviors, information, personal/interpersonal skills, and influencing factors according to grade level. As grade level increases, health education knowledge and skills are expanded. The guide provides a detailed summary of health education knowledge and behaviors appropriate each grade level. For example, in kindergarten, students are taught basic facts that contribute to health literacy; whereas in grades 11 and 12 students are provided opportunities for researching, analyzing and discussing health issues. The provisions for this health education guide are issued under the Texas Education Code.


Date Published: 9/1/1998

Pages: 50

Location Code: 11236