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Keeping Students Healthy

Early Learning Framework - Well-Being and Belonging (PDF, 1.15MB)
A number of learning outcomes are available in this framework for young childrens' physical development and well-being.

Daily Physical Activity (DPA) Program Guides and Resources
Includes information such as the DPA requirements, planning recommendations and suggested activities.

Daily Physical Activity (DPA)
Information for teachers on the DPA initiative, including tracking tools, benefits to students, and QA's.

Curriculum to Support Healthy Living
Integrated Resource Packages (IRPs) that provide basic information for teachers in order to implement Health and Career Education (K-9), Planning 10, and Physical Education (K-12) in B.C. schools.

BC Performance Standards for Healthy Living
The BC Healthy Living Performance Standards have been developed as an assessment resource for voluntary use in B.C. schools. They are designed to support and align with several required areas of study within the B.C. provincial curriculum.

Healthy Eating & Physical Activity Learning Resource
The Healthy Eating and Physical Activity Learning Resource is a K-12 (grade-by-grade) set of healthy eating and physical activity classroom-based lesson plans for teachers.

Healthy Schools
Healthy children are better able to learn, and teachers can play an important role in educating and inspiring their students to make healthier lifestyle choices. British Columbia is promoting policy development and practices that reflect a comprehensive school health approach.

Keeping Students Healthy

Healthy Schools Network
A voluntary organization of public and independent schools providing leadership in creating healthier environments for students and modeling a comprehensive school health approach.

H1N1 Pandemic Planning
B.C. has produced a number of resources to ensure you have the best information possible to protect you and your students against the H1N1 flu virus.

Anaphylaxis
All B.C. school districts are required to implement anaphylaxis policies and procedures that meet the provincial standards outlined in the British Columbia Anaphylactic and Child Safety Framework. Learn more about the Framework, and associated resources for school staff, parents, and students.

Environmental Learning and Experience - An Interdisciplinary Guide and Video Clips for Teachers
Assists British Columbia teachers of all subjects and grades in integrating environmental concepts into teaching and learning.

Environmental Learning and Experience - Curriculum Maps
An important tool to support B.C.’s teachers in connecting the environment and sustainability to learning outcomes across K–12 curricula.