Wellness and Health
To meet the state graduation health and wellness requirements, students must earn .5 credits in health and one credit in wellness. Both the health and wellness curriculums follow NH State Health Guidelines. The content and topics approved by the Souhegan School Board are relevant to the growth and development of adolescents. Students in grade 9 will earn .5 credit in wellness. In grade 10, students will earn .5 credit in health and .5 credit in wellness.
Matters of the Mind
.5 credit semester
Grades 9-12
What practices and choices can I make to increase happiness? How does one promote and empower the mind, body, and heart? What is mindfulness?
Wellness 9 Souhegan Adventure
.5 credit semester
Grade 9 Required Course
What is an effective team member? How does risk taking and physical challenge lead to personal growth? What is leadership? How is it shared?
Health 10
.5 credit semester
Grade 10 Required Course
How do we promote health? How do we heal? What are our resources for health needs?
Wellness 10 Focus on Fitness
.5 credit semester
Grade 10 Required Course
What role does physical fitness play in one’s overall wellbeing? How does regular exercise affect the quality of your life?