Meth!

Hey there!  Today is a fantastic day if you want it to be!  :)

Go here:

http://adamhscc.org/en-us/facts-meth.aspx

Read and write in your own words about the different types of meth.  A couple paragraphs or "bullet lists" should be fine.  :)

Then go here!

http://www.thegooddrugsguide.com/amphetamines/basics.htm

Use the street names and categorize the drug (what type is it…how popular is it…what are the side effects….are they different?)

Add what you find to the writeup above.    What questions do you have about meth?

Finally, there are several articles out there stating that meth isn't that bad.  Please research it and find out what they have to say.

**Why are we doing this?   We have a guest speaker on Friday.  I want you to be know a bit more about meth when they show up.   Is meth really that bad?   Let's find out!  :)

Enjoy the day!

Brain Development & Teens

Good Day Summit Health!

As we continue to research drugs, I think it's important to understand our brains and why teenagers tend to behave differently than adults.   Here is some GREAT research that explains it pretty well:

http://science.howstuffworks.com/life/inside-the-mind/human-brain/teenage-brain1.htm

Please go to the link, read it and highlight the points that might explain why we (teens) tend to engage in what we consider risky behaviors.

Now go here:

http://www.education.com/reference/article/brain-differences-boys-girls/

After reading both articles, please extrapolate (what does this mean) important information and write about what you found.   I would like two paragraphs actually written on paper explaining what you learned (or what was reinforced) about why teens engage in risky behaviors and what the differences are between boys and girls brain development.

This assignment should be between 1/2 and one full page if you include appropriate information.  WE WILL HAVE AN EXAM ON THIS INFORMATION AS I FEEL IT IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN KNOWING WHAT IS IN THE DRUGS THAT KIDS EXPERIMENT WITH!!!  Make sure you understand what's happening in our brains!  :)

Please turn in a HARD COPY to our inboxes.

Binge Drinking

Good Morning!

Here is what we're doing today.   Please go to the following link:

http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/teen-angst/201301/teen-binge-drinking-all-too-common

You should read the article and write a short reflection on what you think about the facts and statistics.

1. Do you have your own personal opinions about why kids at Summit drink?
2. Do you believe it's dangerous?
3. Do you have any suggestions for how to reduce teenage binge drinking?
4. What are your personal restrictions on drinking…or your personal boundaries?

Please turn these into the dropbox at the end of class today.  DUE TODAY.  NO LATER!

Thanks!

Marijuana Initiative - Oregon

Good Morning!

Please go here: http://ballotpedia.org/Oregon_Legalized_Marijuana_Initiative,_Measure_91_(2014)

Read about this initiative and report back in your own words as to what this is all about.

Here's what I want:

What is the initiative all about?
What are the key points?
What are the benefits?
What are the problems?

Finally, what do you think?  Please write in your own words if you agree with the initiative or not and why.

Thanks!

The truth about marijuana

Good Morning!

Here is what we're doing today!

Go to:  http://www.drugfreeworld.org/drugfacts/marijuana.html  and  http://headsup.scholastic.com/articles/endocannabinoid

Read and pull out any information you can from this article.  You CAN copy and paste this information.

Then…..research and find opinions that counter (or are of the opposing opinion) what you found above.

Then…. create a half page paper of your own thoughts on marijuana.

Some direction for you:

Do you think it's dangerous?
Would you ever try it (if you have…does this change your opinion?)
Should high school kids use marijuana?
Should we legalize it?
Should we have legal dispensaries? (places that sell it)
Any other thoughts you might have about the drug would be good to add in.

Please turn this in to my drop box.

Health II Course Syllabus

Health II

Classroom Management Plan

Mr. Turnbull

541-355-4114 / david.turnbull@bend.k12.or.us

A.  Course Overview:  Students in Health II will learn concepts related to alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, prevention and control of disease, environmental health, healthy eating, mental, social and emotional health, physical activity and wellness, sexual health and violence prevention.   Students in Health II will be interactive in class as well as on-line. 

B.  Grading:  Students will be assessed after each unit and many assignments and/or exams will be online @ www.teenhealthandwellness.com If homework is assigned there will be no books checked out, but online resources are available.   Parents and students will need to get an account through Parent/Student Assist (see back) to check grades.

You will be graded on a percentage basis:       90% - 100%                A

                                                                        80% - 89%                  B

                                                                        70% - 79%                  C

**ANY GRADE BELOW A “C” WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. PARENTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO CONFERENCE WITH MR. TURNBULL IF YOUR GRADE DROPS BELOW A “C”.  

Make up work will be allowed for sickness and other absences.  Work should be completed within 5 days.  If a student knows they will miss for athletic/activities, they should get work ahead of time if possible.

C.   Classroom Rules and Procedures:  The rules and procedures of Health II are simple and should be adhered to at all times. 

Rule 1:  You are expected to listen with your ears and eyes to the instructor. 

Rule 2:  You are expected to be on time to class.

Rule 3:  You are expected to be courteous and respectful of all people in class at all times.

Consequences:

Any conduct that deviates from this will not be allowed.  Consequences for not following the rules will be:

1. Verbal reminders
2. Removal from area
3. Call home
4. Detention
5. Office Referral

**PLEASE Take a snapshot(screenshot) of this and put it in your dropbox. That is proof that you’ve read it!  Take a selfie with a parent and drop it in as well so I know they’ve seen it! 

As required by the state of Oregon, this form will serve as notification that Mr. Turnbull will be discussing/teaching topics that may be considered “sensitive”.  Mr. Turnbull teaches an open ended curriculum where sensitive subject such as AIDS, sexually transmitted diseases, drug abuse and teen risk factors (sex, peer pressure etc.) weave throughout daily lesson plans.

 

  ***If you have concerns about sensitive topics, please fill out the following:

  Please excuse _______________ from the topic of ________________ and offer

  him/her alternative assignments/projects.    

  Please shoot Mr. Turnbull an email:  david.turnbull@bend.k12.or.us

 

I ___________________ have read and understand the classroom management plan for Health II for the 2014/2015 school year.

You will need a Parent Assistant user name and password.  You can request an account by emailing the Bend-Lapine School District office at  parentassist@bend.k12.or.us

Go to the Bend-Lapine schools webpage: www.bend.k12.or.us  Click on the Parents Tab.

In the General Information area, there is a link to the Parent Assistant Webpage.  You’ll find “help” guides, computer requirements, login button and other Parent Assistant information on this webpage. 

Mr. Turnbull will not be doing daily grade checks for individual students.  You must advocate for your own grade.   PLEASE check your assignments daily.  Once the drop box is closed, you are too late.