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Character Education

June Character Education

For June, the Character Education value that we will focus on is Healthy Living. Our students have grown up in the "fast-food" culture. It's quick; it's convenient; the food tastes good. As 3-year-olds, it might have been cute when they were able to sing, "You deserve a break today." But is the fast-food culture good for our sons?

We will be talking about a variety of topics as part of this chapter:

• Physical fitness
• Exercise
• Weight loss
• Good nutrition
• Psychological benefits which go along with practicing a healthy lifestyle.

As a stimulus for discussion, we will be using the video, "Supersize Me". You may wish to view this video with your student/son sharing your thoughts with him. If you have any questions about these sessions or would like copies of the material we use with our students, please contact Mr. Kevin Kennedy, L.C.S.W., Coordinator of Family Services, at extension 1175.