Friday, March 5, 2010

Friday March 5 (Health)

No Starter today.

Today students watched the DVD entitled "Alcohol: Teenage Drinking". Alcohol portrays alcohol consumption as fun, relaxing, exciting, and adventurous. However, people need to ask themselves the hard and true questions about the risks of drinking - is it really worth the consequences?

Take Away: Alcohol is the most abused drug in the world, and one that is often abused by teens with tragic consequences.
*Continuous Learning* - Learn the facts on how alcohol affects the brain and body, and how drinking impairs motor skills and judgment.

Homework - Purchase a heart rate monitor strap ($5.00) in the main office if you haven't already.