Giving students the tools to make healthy decisions
Poudre School District’s comprehensive health program educates students about positive life-long health and wellness behaviors, concepts, and skills.
At each grade level, the health curriculum consists of developmentally appropriate information and opportunities for students to learn, practice, and reinforce skills to help them understand health concepts broadly and live healthier lives.
Comprehensive health program prepares graduates
PSD's health education program is based on teaching students the foundational learning skills of accessing information, analyzing influences, decision making, goal setting, interpersonal communication, self-management, and advocacy.
PSD Health Learning Outcomes (by grade)
Health curriculum standards
The PSD health curriculum includes seven health standards that align with the 2020 Colorado academic standards. Click on the links below to learn more about them and to see learning goals by grade level.
Healthy Relationships, Sexual and Reproductive Health
Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and Health Maintenance
Mental, Emotional and Social Well-Being
Healthy, Violence-Free Relationships
Personal Safety, Knowledge and Skills to Prevent and Treat Injury