“Wellness” is a term that describes a person’s state of being as it relates to six life components: physical, mental, spiritual, financial, social, and career. The courses offered in the Wellness department have been designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills and strategies needed to make healthy choices in each of these areas. Students will engage in active learning to practice critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills necessary to achieve a balance among these life components which will lead them to sustained good health and well being. “Wellness is a journey not a destination!”

Independent Study can be arranged for specific areas of interest with the approval of the Department Coordinator and the high school administration.

The following Wellness courses can be taken to partially or fully fulfill the 5 credit fine or applied arts graduation requirement.
Foods and Nutrition
International Foods and Culture
Clothing and Textile Arts
Advanced Clothing and Textile Arts
Advanced Culinary Arts
Advanced Culinary Arts (Honors)

0660 CLOTHING AND TEXTILE ARTS (9, 10, 11, 12) S 2 1/2
This course will fulfill half of the fine and applied arts graduation requirement. It is the prerequisite for Advanced Clothing and Textile Arts.

Clothing and Textile Arts involves students in every aspect of wardrobe planning, selection, and care. This course includes elements of clothing design, pattern selection and fit, sewing equipment and tools. Laboratory experiences are combined with classroom instruction to help students develop the skills necessary for garment construction. Creative arts projects are an option for students. Students not only complete garments but they also explore career opportunities in this field. Community Service projects include: class quilt, hats, gloves, scarves for homeless shelters.

0663 FOOD SCIENCE AND YOU (11, 12) Y 5

How would you like to learn science in the user-friendly surroundings of a kitchen laboratory? The smells will be pleasant as you use the scientific method to study the chemical, biological, and physical basis of nutrition, food safety, and food processing. Using a hands-on, interdisciplinary approach, you will develop skills in reasoning when you do activities and experiments to learn about such things as acids and bases, catalysts, enzymes, and emulsions using common food products and ingredients. You will also have the opportunity to explore and learn about the many career options in food science and technology. This course is intended as a third science course. Students should fulfill their two required science courses (physical and biological) in their ninth and tenth grade years.

0661 FOODS AND NUTRITION (9, 10, 11, 12) S 2 1/2 This course will fulfill half of the fine and applied arts graduation requirement.

Nutrition and Foods emphasizes the fundamental areas of nutrition, consumer skills, and food preparation. It also broadens students' understanding of the impact food has on their lives, including the diet-health link. Throughout the course students will gain confidence in preparation and artistic presentation of foods.

0662 INTERNATIONAL FOODS AND CULTURES (9, 10, 11, 12) S 2 1/2 (Prerequisite: Nutrition and Foods) This course will fulfill half of the fine and applied arts graduation requirement.

Students will learn advanced food preparation techniques. Opportunities will be provided to plan, prepare and evaluate a variety of international foods. Appreciation of the differences in international cuisines and the historical and geographical reasons for these differences will be emphasized. Travel around the world in ninety days and experience the culture and cuisine of various countries!

0664 ADVANCED CULINARY ARTS (10, 11, 12) Y 5 (Prerequisite: Nutrition and Foods, International Food and Culture or approval of Department coordinator) This course will fulfill the fine and applied arts graduation requirement.

Advanced Culinary Arts will involve the advanced culinary student in time and money management skills, quantity cookery, nutritional analysis, quality control, and food product marketing. Students will plan and prepare foods products for their small business—Frugal Food Service.

0665 ADVANCED CULINARY ARTS (Honors) (11,12) Y 5 (Prerequisite: Foods and Nutrition, International Foods and Cultures, Advanced Culinary Arts) This course will fulfill the fine and applied arts graduation requirement

Students who have taken Advanced Culinary Arts and wish to explore their interest at an advanced level may request to take the course for honors credit. These students must have earned a B+ or better in Advanced Culinary Arts. Students will be required to master, demonstrate and teach highly specialized culinary techniques to the class. Students will also be required to take a leadership role in the operation of large-scale food production.

0666 ADVANCED CLOTHING AND TEXTILE ARTS (9, 10, 11, 12) S 2 1/2 , Y 5 (Prerequisite Clothing and Fashion) This course will fulfill half of the fine and applied arts graduation requirement and may be taken for four years.

Advanced Clothing and Textile Arts is designed for students who enjoy projects in creating clothing such as sportswear, beachwear, tailored clothing, and formal wear. In addition, students may choose to design and make quilted or interior decorating projects. Each project will be selected keeping consumer values in mind - how much can you save by designing and constructing you own prom gown? Creativity and artistry in the selection of project materials will be stressed. Each successive project will be selected according to interest and skills mastered.

0667 EARLY CHILDHOOD (9, 10, 11, 12) S 2 1/2

Early Childhood offers the student the opportunity to study the earliest stages of human development. Students will the physical, emotional, social and cognitive growth and development of children from the prenatal stage through the school-aged child. Class projects include a hands-on parenting experience with the either “Baby Think It Over”, a flour baby or a life-like newborn doll. In addition, students develop appropriate activities for preschoolers, Guest speakers, including parents of the Child Study Lab children; take an active role in classroom discussions, sharing areas of special expertise and current parenting practice.

0668 CHILD STUDY LAB (10, 11, 12) S 2 1/2 (Prerequisite: Early Childhood or approval of Department Coordinator)

In Child Study Lab, students will have the unique opportunity to combine classroom instruction with practical experience in the Winchester High School Child Study Laboratory School as they learn about teaching and interacting with preschool age children. Each student will participate in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating the laboratory school activities. Application of knowledge to future parenting skills will continually be stressed. This is a great opportunity for students to explore the many career possibilities in the field of early childhood. This course may be elected for up to 15 credits.

0669 LIFE 101 (11, 12) S 2 1/2

Life 101 is an innovative course designed to help students take charge of their future! Through activities, discussions and field trips, students explore the basics of money management, food preparation and other life skills. Topics such as credit card use and abuse, how to purchase/lease a car, rent an apartment, select a phone service, file an income tax return will be included. Don’t just survive in the world, THRIVE!

0075 PHYSICAL EDUCATION/ HEALTH- YEAR 1 (9,10) S 2 1/2

Physical education provides students with instruction in a variety of motor skills that are designed to enhance the physical, mental and social/emotional development of every child. The focus of the program is the development of the habits, knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to attain WELLNESS FOR LIFE. The physical education curriculum includes a variety of activities that meets the needs and abilities of all students.

Examples of “lifetime activities” in year 1 may include: archery, yoga, Intro to fitness and muscular endurance/strenthg training, pickleball orienteering, Project Adventure, etc.

Examples of “team sports” in year 1 may include: basketball, Floor Hockey, Outdoor/Indoor Soccer, ultimate frisbee, and lacrosse. The Fitnessgram will be administered at the beginning and end of the course.

Health- Students will incorporate health components into their Physical Education Curriculumn. Focuses during year 1 may include: understanding the concept of wellness, First aid, alcohol and drug related issues, peer pressure, stress managemet, and making helathy choices and methods of contraception and information about STI’s with current information.

0076 PHYSICAL EDUCATION/ HEALTH- YEAR 2 (9,10) S 2 1/2

Students will continue developing knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to attain WELLNESS FOR LIFE. They will participate in additional “lifetime activities and team sports”.

Examples of “lifetime activities may include:Cooperative games, badmintonl, golf, racquetball, ultimate games and the elevem components of fitness/wellness.

Examples of team sports in year 2 may include: Volleyball, flag football, indoor soccer, baseball/softball and track and field. The Fitnessgram will be administered at the beginning and end of the course.

Health- Students will continue with the second year of their health experience. Focuses during year 2 may include CPR / AED training, Conflict resolution, a more in depth concept of STI’s and sexual terminology and continuation of alcohol and other drug refusal skills program.

0078 PHYSICAL EDUCATION- Workout! (11, 12) S 2 ½

Workout all semester! During the WORKOUT class, students will focus on developing an individualized workout plan for lifelong physical fitness. The five health related components of fitness: body composition, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, and muscular strength will be integrated in the plan. Students will be able to workout in class, following their plan. Each class will include the following components: warm-up, stretch, cardiovascular, muscular endurance/strength, cool down and closure to the lesson. Students will record performance on their plan and make modifications as needed to reach individual goals.

0079 PHYSICAL EDUCATION- Lifetime Activities (11,12) S 2 1/2

The “Lifetime Activities” course is designed for those students who prefer to be active in individual and small team activities that promote lifetime fitness. Students will be given the opportunity to develop proficiency in select activities. The health related components of fitness will also be emphasized. Lifetime activities may include: yoga, archery, golf, pickleball, badminton, volleyball, cooperative games, track and field and omnikin ball.

0080 PHYSICAL EDUCATION- Team Sports (11,12) S 2 1/2

The “Team Sports” course is designed for those students who prefer to be active in team-based activities. Students will be given the opportunity to develop proficiency in select activities. The health related components of fitness will also be emphasized. Team sports may include: floor hockey, team handball, volleyball, ultimate games, flag football, baseball/softball, indoor soccer, basketball and lacrosse.

0072 PHYSICAL EDUCATION ALTERNATIVE- Interscholastic Sport (11, 12) S 2 1/2

A student who successfully completes year 1 and year 2 of physical education is eligible to use a season of an interscholastic sport to fulfill their physical education requirement. Upon the completion of the season, students must receive a certificate signed by the athletic director in order to receive credit for physical education. Students must indicate the season and sport that will be used to fulfill the physical education requirement on the course selection form. Please note that a senior who chooses to use an interscholastic sport to fulfill their physical education requirement and does not successfully complete the season will not graduate unless the course is completed second semester, if applicable or in a summer school program.

0071 PHYSICAL EDUCATION ALTERNATIVE- Outside Physical Activity (11, 12) S 2 1/2

In very rare situations, students who are involved in a rigorous physical activity program outside of school may be able to apply this experience towards fulfillment of the physical education requirement. In order for an outside physical activity to be considered it must meet the following criteria:
· Take place under the instruction of a certified coach (copy of certification must be submitted)
· Engage the student in a minimum of 90 hours of rigorous activity in a semester
· Include the following health components of fitness: body composition, muscular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance.

If the appeal is approved, upon completion of the semester and to receive credit, the student will be required to 1. Provide a written assessment of how the physical activity addressed the components of fitness, and 2. Submit a record of attendance completed and signed off by the coach. This information will be reviewed by the Athletic Director.

An appeal form must be completed by the student and submitted into the mailbox of Jeannine Lavoie, Director of Wellness by the due date stated on the form. Appeals will not be accepted after the due date. Appeal forms and tracking sheets will be made available on Edline.

***Memberships to a fitness clubs will not be accepted. ***