School Health

Become a Healthy School

A Healthy School strives to build an environment that supports lifelong health and wellbeing of the school community. Student and staff wellbeing is an important precondition for learning! A Healthy School approach can foster student and staff success in your school. Healthy Schools is an internationally recognized and evidence informed approach to enhance the health and wellbeing of school communities.

A healthy school environment is essential for student success. Healthy students are better learners! (Health Canada)

The heathy school approach is where the whole school community comes together to share ideas, plan, and take action to help kids lead healthy and active lives (OPHEA, 2015).

A Healthy School Approach

Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning	Curriculum, teaching and learning is an area that offers a wide range of opportunities for students to learn, practice and promote positive and healthy behaviours, and to practice how to lead healthy, active lives.
Student Engagment	Student engagement refers to the extent to which students identify with and value their learning; feel a sense of belonging at school; and are informed about, engaged with and empowered to participate in and lead academic and non-academic activities.
Social and Physical Environment	The social environment is: The quality of the relationships among and between staff and students in the school. The emotional well-being of students. Influenced by relationships with families and the wider community Supportive of the school community in making healthy choices by building competence, autonomy, and connectedness. The physical environment is: The buildings, grounds, play space, and equipment in and surrounding the school. Basic amenities such as sanitation, air cleanliness, and healthy foods Spaces designed to promote student safety and connectedness and minimize injury Safe, accessible, and supportive of healthy choices for all members of the school community.
Home, School, and Community Partnerships	Home, school and community partnerships engage parents (guardians and caregivers) extended family, school staff, child care and family support programs and community groups in a mutually beneficial way to support, enhance and promote opportunities for learning and well-being.
Healthy School Policy	The management practices, decision-making processes, rules, procedures, policies, and guidelines at all levels that promote student wellness and achievement, and shape a respectful, welcoming, and caring school environment for all members of the school community.

*A Healthy School Approach is adapted from the Ministry of Education Resourcesand the Joint Consortium for School Health

These five interconnected areas of school health align with the key components of the Ministry of Education's Foundations for a Healthy School and the Joint Consortium for School Health’s Components of Comprehensive School Health.

5-Step Healthy Schools Process

Step 1: Establish Healthy Schools Committee

A Healthy Schools Committee can be the leader of change within their school. If members of your group are concerned about your school’s health, others are too. Start by forming a committee that will create better school conditions or find a group or club that is already working on identified health issues.

Step 2: Identify Your School Community Priorities, Strengths, and Needs

Determine the needs, interests and health of students and staff. Try to identify your school’s strengths and needs by completing a needs assessment and then set goals to build a healthier school.

Step 3: Create and Implement Action Plan

Once your committee has identified the health issues or potential concerns for your school, develop an action plan. A plan may include:

Develop SMART goal – Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-related. (e.g. to create a bully-free environment in our school within the next 2 years)
Establish some objectives and actions required to achieve your goal. (e.g. Objective #1: Lower the incidence of bullying by 15% by year end)
Determine what activities need to take place to meet your goal. (e.g. workshops for staff, parents and students to educate them about ways to combat bullying at school)
Identify a leader to ensure each objective is met. Delegate roles and responsibilities to committee members and recruit additional support as needed.
Determine which component(s) of Comprehensive School Health this objective meets, and the pertinent links to the curriculum.
Know what is needed to make it happen and how can the goal be sustained.
Develop a proposed timeline. Be prepared to adjust the timeline as needed.
Consider how you are going to let the rest of the school community know what you are doing any why.

Step 4: Monitor Progress

How will you measure your success? (How will you know if your project has made a difference? What changes will you see, hear and/or feel in your classroom, school and/or community?):

Consider a participant activity survey or document how the initiatives implemented have changed your school community

Step 5: Evaluate and Celebrate

Evaluations help improve and expand plans by looking at how things are going (process evaluation) or how they went (outcome evaluation). Committees need to review how, or if, they met their objectives, and if their activities led to achieving their overall goal. Looking at how you worked together as a team will also give your team insight into how you can improve in the future, and who else might be included. Celebrate the success of school initiatives. Best practices recommend making time to celebrate small successes throughout the entire process.

*A 5-Step Healthy Schools Process is adapted from the OntarioHealthy School Coalition Resource

Please use Ontario Healthy School Coalition’s toolkit to access more detailed information and examples about a Healthy School Approach.

Ontario Healthy Schools Toolkit

Additional Resources:

Public Health Nurses In Schools

Universal Support for All Schools:

Provide Annual Service Plan of BCHU Services coming into school (Immunizations, Dental, Tobacco Enforcement Officers (TEO), Food Inspections)
Online classroom supports with lesson plans, presentations and resources.
Link students and families to resources in the school and community.
Liaison with services provided by the Brant County Health Unit (BCHU):

Elementary: dental screening, vision screening, grade 7/8 immunizations and immunization suspension process
Secondary: immunization catch-up clinic, food inspection, Sexual Health Nurse services

PHN provides one to one cessation support to any students in high school involved in Progressive Enforcement of the Smoke Free Ontario Act.
Provide support for infectious diseases in schools (including COVID-19)
Provide online resources that increase parent awareness of BCHU programs and community services that support child and youth health. These resources can be printed by schools for their parent events:

Welcome to Kindergarten
Meet the Teacher
Parent Open House
School Council Meetings

Grant Guidelines for Secondary Schools:

Secondary schools can apply for a grant up to a $1000.00 to address a health topic within your school.
You must use a Healthy School Approach, which includes the creation of a group/use of an existing group to address the health topic.
The group working on the health topic must have representation from students and staff. It is also encouraged to have representation from parents/guardians and/or community partners.
Preference will be given to projects that demonstrate sustainability (the project/the benefits of the project are able to continue beyond the planned project time frame and benefit future students/staff/school community members) .
Each secondary school will only receive a total of $1000.00 for the 2022/2023 school year.

Grant Applications

Secondary School Grant Application Document

Completed Grant Application Example

Please contact schools@bchu.org to receive a word document of the secondary school grant application.

Please complete the application and email to schools@bchu.org by December 15, 2022.

Applications will be reviewed, and all schools will be notified of their application status by January 9, 2023

The grant money will be provided to schools on January 13, 2023

Please email schools@bchu.org or call 519-753-4937 ext. 459 if you have any questions or are looking to discuss any parts of the application/process.

Support for Focused Schools

Identified Focused Schools provided funding towards Healthy School Initiatives if they commit to collaborating with PHN on a Healthy Schools Approach
Collaborate with schools to assess and prioritize health issues
Recommend best-practices for action i.e., policy, programs
Co-create action plans to address health issues with staff, students, and community
Assist with the development, implementation, and evaluation of healthy school initiatives. Assistance may include: Evidence, Surveys, Policies, Programs, Training and Facilitation, Curriculum Resources/Consultations, Community Resources and Partnerships.
Consult with Principals and Teachers on guidelines and policies such as:

Safe and Accepting Schools
Equity and Inclusion
Food and Beverage
Daily Physical Activity

Increase parent and family engagement with BCHU programs and services by providing support for:

Welcome to Kindergarten
Meet the Teacher
Parent Open House
School Council Meetings

Including Services Provided to All Schools

Provide Local Health Data (Hamilton has online Child & Youth Health Atlas)
Provide Annual Service Plan of BCHU Services coming into school (Imms, Dental, TEOs, Inspectors)
Online classroom supports with lesson plans, presentations and resources
Link students and families to resources in the school and community
Liaison with services provided by the Brant County Health Unit (BCHU):

Elementary: dental screening, vision screening, grade 7/8 immunizations and immunization suspension process
Secondary: immunization catch-up clinic, food inspection, Sexual Health Nurse services

Provide support for infectious diseases in schools (including COVID-19)

Contact your Public Health Nurse for more information

Provide Annual Service Plan of BCHU Services coming into school (Imms, Dental, TEOs, Inspectors) .
Online classroom supports with lesson plans, presentations and resources.
Link students and families to resources in the school and community.
Liaison with services provided by the Brant County Health Unit (BCHU):

Elementary: dental screening, vision screening, grade 7/8 immunizations and immunization suspension process
Secondary: immunization catch-up clinic, food inspection, Sexual Health Nurse services

Provide support for infectious diseases in schools (including COVID-19).
Newsletters and announcements.
PHN provides one to one support to any students in high school involved in Progressive Enforcement of the Smoke Free Ontario Act.
Provide online resources that increase parent awareness of BCHU programs and community services that support child and youth health. These resources can be printed by schools for their parent events:

Welcome to Kindergarten
Meet the Teacher
Parent Open House
School Council Meetings

School Health Topics

Health topic focused ideas for the following elements of a Healthy School: Curriculum, Teaching and Learning; Student Engagement; Social and Physical Environment; Home, School, and Community Partnerships; Healthy School Policy

Human Development and Sexual Health

Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning

Training and education opportunities for educators

Grade Level	Curriculum Links	Human Development and Sexual Health Resource Name/Link
JK/SK	No direct link to curriculum	Oral Health Oral Health Education BSBF (colgate.com) Bright Smiles Bright Futures - CA (colgate.com) kit includes toothbrushes, toothpastes, and classroom resources
Grade 1	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.3 Body parts (Proper names of body parts, including genitalia; Using positive language when describing their bodies) D1.4 Senses and functions (The five senses and their functions) D1.5 Gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, self-concept D2.5 Hygienic procedures D3.3 Relationships and intimacy	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Human Development and Sexual Health- Grade 1 \| Ophea.net A1.1, A1.5, D1.3, D1.5 All the Parts of Me \| Ophea.net A1.5, D1.3, D1.5 My Body is Beautiful \| Ophea.net A1.1, D1.5, D3.3 Healthy Body and Healthy Mind \| Ophea.net A1.1, D1.4 Making Sense of It \| Ophea.net Good Hygiene - Travelling Germs \| Ophea.net (More hand hygiene resources in Infection Control topic area) Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living D1.3 -Help kids learn how bodies are mostly alike Body Parts D1.3 -Help kids learn how bodies are mostly alike Oral Health** D2.5 Oral Health Education BSBF (colgate.com) D2.5 Bright Smiles Bright Futures - CA (colgate.com) kit includes toothbrushes, toothpastes, and classroom resources
Grade 2	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2 Stress Management and Coping A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity D1.4 Stages of development D1.5 Body appreciation (Appreciating how the body works and what it can do) D1.6 Body and brain – responses and feelings D2.3 Consent, standing up for yourself and others D2.4 Oral health (i.e., brushing and flossing) D2.5 Knowing when to seek help	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans** 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Human Development and Sexual Health \| Ophea.net A1.3, A1.5, D1.4, D1.5 Embracing Changes While Growing Up A1.1, A1.3, A1.5, D1.5, D1.6 The Wonders and Worries of Growing Up A1.1, A1.2, A1.4, A1.5, D2.3, D2.5 Consent Means Respecting Yourself and Others A1.3, A1.5, D2.4 Oral Health Supporting My Overall Health A1.1, A1.2, A1.3, A1.5, D1.4, D1.5, D1.6, D2.3, D2.4, D2.5 A Glowing Me, A Growing Me Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Oral Health D2.4 Oral Health Teaching Resources D2.4 Kids Health in the Classroom: Mouth and Teeth D2.4 Water Does Wonders D2.4 Why do We Brush Our Teeth? D2.4 Oral Health Education Guides D2.4 Oral Health Education BSBF (colgate.com) D2.4 Bright Smiles Bright Futures - CA (colgate.com) kit includes toothbrushes, toothpastes, and classroom resources
Grade 3	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2 Stress Management and Coping A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity D1.4 Healthy relationships, bullying, consent D1.5 Physical and social-emotional development (building a healthy body image) D3.2 Real and fictional violence D3.3 Visible, invisible differences, respect D3.4 External factors that contribute to stressful feelings	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living** Human Development and Sexual Health \| Ophea.net A1.1, A1.2, A1.3, D1.4, D3.4 Healthy Relationships and Relationship Challenges A1.4, A1.5, D1.4, D3.3 Respecting Visible and Invisible Differences A1.5, D1.5, D3.3 Factors that Affect Physical and Social-emotional Development and a Healthy Body Image A1.1, A1.2, A1.5, D1.5, D3.2 Fictional versus Real Violence A1.1, A1.2, A1.5, D1.4, D1.5, D3.3 Healthy Relationships and Development Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Consent D1.4 consent for kids - YouTube
Grade 4	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2 Stress Management and Coping A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.5 Puberty – changes; emotional, social impact D2.4 Puberty – personal hygiene and care 2.5 Healthy choices to support mental health	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Human Development and Sexual Health \| Ophea.net A1.1, A1.2, A1.3, D1.5, D2.4 Personal Hygiene A1.1, A1.2, A1.5, D1.5 Physical and Emotional Changes at Puberty A1.1, A1.5, A1.6, D1.5, D2.5Physical Changes at Puberty A1.1, A1.2, A1.3, A1.5, D1.5, D2.4, D2.5 Promoting Healthy Hygiene Habits Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Puberty** D1.5, D2.4 Puberty Teaching Tool - Puberty - Grade 4 - Niagara Region, Ontario D1.5, D2.4 Introduction to Puberty French D2.4 Puberty Kit French D2.4 Growing Up Ok! D2.4 Grade 4 Puberty Changes - Details - Kahoot!French
Grade 5	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2 Stress Management and Coping A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity D1.3 Reproductive system D1.4 Menstruation, spermatogenesis (Reproductive system) D2.4 Self-concept, sexual orientation (Factors affecting their understanding of themselves and personal identity) D2.5 Emotional, inter-personal stresses – puberty D2.6 How to help others, when to seek help D3.4 Stigma awareness	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Human Development and Sexual Health \| Ophea.net A1.3, A1.4, A1.5, D1.3 Our Changing Bodies A1.5, D1.4 Development of Sperm During Puberty A1.5, D1.4 The Development of An Egg During Puberty A1.1, A1.2, A1.3, A1.4, A1.5, D2.4, D3.4 My Identity and Relationships A1.1, A1.2, A1.3, A1.4, A1.5, D2.5, D2.6 Managing Stress and Fostering Positive Mental Health Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Puberty and Reproduction D1.3, D1.4 Puberty - Class 1 - Overview (Grade 5) D1.3, D1.4 Puberty - Class 2 - Female Reproductive System (Grade 5) D2.5 Puberty - Class 3 - Male Reproductive System (Grade 5) D1.4 Sexual Reproduction Steps French D1.4 Sexual Reproduction Steps French D2.4 Gender Identity: What Are Pronouns? D1.3, D1.4 Puberty and Reproduction (PPT) French D1.4 Let's Talk Period-Teacher Resources D1.3, D1.4 Grade 5 Sperm and Testicles - Details - Kahoot! French D1.3, D1.4 Grade 5 Eggs and Ovaries - Details - Kahoot! French D1.4 Grade 5 Fetal Development 2 - Details - Kahoot! French D1.4 Grade 5 Reproduction - Details - Kahoot! French Self -Esteem D2.5 Child Self-Esteem Workshops & Teacher Resources \| Dove Stress** D2.5 Strong Minds Strong Kids, Psychology Canada
Grade 6	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.3 Sexually explicit media (Impacts of viewing sexually explicit media) D2.5 Understanding of puberty changes, healthy relationships D2.6 Decision making, consent D3.3 Stereotypes and assumptions – impacts and strategies for responding (Challenging various stereotypes -for example, based on sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, culture, mental health and abilities)	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Human Development and Sexual Health \| Ophea.net A1.5, A1.6, D1.3 Influences on Our Self-Concept During Adolescence The Destructive Effects of Stereotypes and Assumptions A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D3.3 Building Confidence and Healthy Relationships A1.1, A1.4, A1.5, D2.5 During Adolescence A1.1, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D2.6 Making Choices in Healthy Relationships A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D1.3, D2.5, D2.6, D3.3 Building Healthy Relationships Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Puberty, Healthy Relationships and Consent D2.5 Niagara Region: Puberty - Class 1 – Review of Male Reproductive System (Grade 6) D2.5 Niagara Region: Puberty - Class 2 – Review of Female Reproductive System and Fetal Development (Grade 6) D2.5 Niagara Region: Puberty - Class 3 - Self-concept and Healthy Relationships (Grade 6) D3.3 Niagara Region: Healthy Relationships (Grade 6) D2.5 Gr 6 Going through Puberty Kahoot! French D2.5 Grade 6 Puberty Changes - Details - Kahoot! French D2.5 Healthy Relationships Video D2.6 Consent Explained Video: What Is It? - YouTube Self-esteem D2.5 Child Self-Esteem Workshops & Teacher Resources \| Dove Mental Health** D2.5 We All Have Mental Health video
Grade 7	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.3 Delaying sexual activity D1.4 Sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBIs) D1.5 STBBIs and pregnancy prevention (ie. abstinence, contraception, condom use) D2.4 Sexual health and decision making D3.3 Relationship changes at puberty (for example, with family, peers, others)	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Human Development and Sexual Health \| Ophea.net A1.1, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D1.3, D2.4 Responsibility and Choice A1.1, A1.4, A1.5, D2.4, D3.3 Puberty A1.2, A1.4, A1.5, D1.4, D1.5 Sexually Transmitted and Blood-Borne Infections A1.3, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D1.3 Communicating Clearly A1.3, A1.6, D1.6 The Relationship between Mental Health and Mental Illness Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Birth Control and Sexually Transmitted Infections** D1.4 Niagara Region: Sexually Transmitted Infections - What's the Risk? (Grade 7) D1.3, D1.5, D2.4 Niagara Region: Making Decisions about Sexual Health (Grade 7) D1.4, D1.5 Grade 7 Blood-Borne Infections - Details - Kahoot! French 1.4, D1.5 Grade 7 STIs - Details - Kahoot! French D1.4, D1.5 Grade 7 Birth Control - Details - Kahoot! French D2.4, D3.3 What's the Deal?: Grade 7/8 Activity Book D1.5 Birth Control Kit French D1.5 Birth Control Tool French D1.5Contraception_Methods Booklet D1.4, D1.5 Sex and Contraception-It's Time to Talk -Your Quick Guide D1.5 How Effective is my Birth Control tool? D1.5 18 Questions.pdf (bchu.org)
Grade 8	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2 Stress Management and Coping A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.4 Decisions about sexual activity; supports (for example, parents, family, health professionals) D1.5 Gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, self-concept (knowing and appreciating oneself) D2.3 Decision making considerations and skills D3.3 Relationships and intimacy D3.4 Societal views, impact of stigma	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Human Development and Sexual Health \| Ophea.net A1.1, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D2.3, D3.3 Healthy Relationships A1.2, A1.5, D1.5 Gender Identity, Gender Expression, and Sexual Orientation A1.1, A1.2, A1.5, D1.4 Factors Affecting Decision Making About Sexual Activity A1.5, A1.6, D2.3 Effective and Suitable Protection to Prevent Pregnancy and STBBIs A1.4, A1.6, D3.4 Mental Health, Mental Illness and Stigma Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Healthy Relationships and Sexually Transmitted Infections** D1.4 Healthy Relationships (Grade 8) D2.3 Sexually Transmitted Infections (Grade 8) D1.5, D2.3 Making Decisions about Sexual Health (Grade 8) D1.5 The Sexuality Wheel - Teachers \| Teaching Sexual Health D2.3 Fighting Fair: How Do You Resolve Conflict? D3.3 Communicating Without Speaking: The Role of Texting in Relationships
Grade 9	C1.1 Connection to holistic health: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual [PS, CT] C1.3 Resilience – protective and risk factors [PS, CT] C1.4 Preventing pregnancy and STIs C1.5 Factors affecting gender identity and sexual orientation; supports [PS] C2.2 Relationships – skills and strategies [PS, IS] C2.3 Thinking ahead about sexual health, consent, personal limits [PS, CT]	2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living Contraception, healthy relationships, Sexually Transmitted infections and consent C1.1, C1.4, C2.2, C2.3 Teaching Tool - Contraception C1.3, 1.5, C2.2, C2.3 Teaching Tool - Healthy Relationships C1.1, C1.4 Teaching Tool - Sexually Transmitted Infections C1.4 Condom Line-up Game French C1.4 Using a Condom - Teachers \| Teaching Sexual Health Teacher-Notes-Condom-Demo C1.4 Using a Dental Dam French Teacher-Notes-Dental-Dam-Demo C1.4 STI Trivia Game (PPT) C1.4: Birth Control Trivia Game (PPT) C2.3 Online Relationships: Respect and Consent C2.3 Understanding Consent Video French C2.3 It's as Simple as Tea C2.3 Grade 9 Is it Consent or Not Consent? - Details - Kahoot! French C1.5 Social Influences on Sexuality and Gender Roles C2.2, C2.3It's a Big Deal Grade 9-12 Activity Book
Grade 10	C2.5 Decision making, communication, healthy sexuality [PS, IS, CT] C3.4 Misconceptions relating to sexuality [CT] C3.5 Relationships – effects on self and others [PS, IS, CT]	2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living Healthy Relationships and Consent C2.5 Personal Values & Decision Making French C3.5 Relationships French C2.5 Understanding Consent Lesson 1 French C2.5 Understanding Consent Lesson 2 French C3.4 Personal Values, Sexuality and culture - grade 10 (durham.ca) Value Statements How to Know your Values C2.5 Active Listening: How to Communicate Effectively C2.5 How to be a Good Listener C2.5, C3.5 It's a Big Deal Grade 9-12 Activity Book
Grade 11	C1.4 Mental illness, addictions – causes, manifestations, and effects on personal health and well-being C2.3 Reproductive and sexual health; proactive health measures [PS, CT] C3.4 Skills for dealing with stressful situations [PS, IS] C3.5 Mental illness – reducing stigma [PS, IS, CT]	2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living 2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living C1.4 Promoting Mental Health Finding a Shared Language C2.3 Sexual and Reproductive Health C2.3 Reproductive Health Lesson 1 Reproductive Health Lesson 1 (PPT) Reproductive Health Lesson 2 C3.4 Building Resilience Activity Guide C3.5 Reducing Stigma Activity Guide C3.4 It's a Big Deal Grade 9-12 Activity Book Mental Health and Reproductive Health C3.4 Building Resilience Activity Guide C3.5 Reducing Stigma Activity Guide
Grade 12	C1.3 Skills and strategies for evolving relationships [PS, IS, CT] C2.4 Identifying personal aptitudes and interests; developing life plans [PS] C2.5 Maintaining health and well-being when independent [PS, CT] C3.4 Bias and stereotyping in media portrayal of relationships [CT]	2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living Relationships, Sexual Influences and Sleep Hygiene C1.3 Changing Relationships - Grade 12 (durham.ca) C2.5,C3.4 Media Influences on Sexuality C2.4 My Life My Plan - Best Start C2.5 Sleep Hygiene 101 C1.3, C2.4, C2.5 It's a Big Deal Grade 9-12 Activity Book

Student Engagement

Sexual Health Ontario Includes a live chat to answer questions. For Grades 9-12.
Dove self-esteem activity guide for youth leaders

Social and Physical Environment

Home, School, and Communities

The Bridge Brant A group that works to identify and address inequities experienced by diverse sexual and gender-identified communities within Brant County. Includes and up to date community resource list
Taylor the Turtle: My Body Belongs to Me
Sexual Assault Centre of Brant (sacbrant.ca)
Community Engagement - Nova Vita

General Information

Sexual Violence Prevention Education Resources
We offer up-to-date, evidence-based information and strategies for parents and teachers to deliver effective sexual health education. (teachingsexualhealth.ca)
Sex & U (sexandu.ca) Sexual Health info from the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada
Dove Self-esteem Project
Mental Health 101 (jack.org)
My body, My health - The LINK (thelinkottawa.ca)
Have THAT talk about Racism

Healthy Eating

Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning

Training and education opportunities for educators

Nurturing Healthy Eaters in Elementary School Resources
Nurturing Healthy Eaters in Secondary School Resources
Webinar: A Journey through Canada's NEW Food Guide: What Educators Need to Know | Ophea.net (Available in French)
Webinar: Ask a Dietitian: Explore Nutrition Facts and the H&PE Curriculum Webinar | Ophea.net(Available in French)
Webinar: Ask a Dietitian: Navigating the Grocery Store | Ophea.net (available in French)
AITC Ontario Resources Site > For Educators > Curriculum Linked Resources (agscape.ca) (Available in French)
Field to Table Schools Educator Workshops & Lesson Plans | FoodShare

Curriculum Resources - includes lesson plans, presentations, and resources

Grade Level

Curriculum Links

Nutrition Resource Name/Link

JK/SK

No direct links to curriculum

Kindergarten - BrightBitesBrightBites Available in French

Grade 1

A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity
A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking
D1.1 Food for healthy bodies and minds
D2.1 Canada's Food Guide
D2.2 Hunger and thirst cues

OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French)

*** Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans****

2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills

2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

Healthy Eating | Ophea.net

A1.6, D1.1Why People Need Food

A1.6, D1.1Developing Healthy Eating Habits

A1.6, D2.1 Recognizing Hunger and Thirst Cues

A1.5, D2.2 Enjoying What We Eat

Other Resources

2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

D1.1, D2.1, D2.2 Grade 1 – BrightBitesBrightBites (Available in French )

D1.1, D2.1, D2.2 Food Systems | Grade 1-3 | Growing Chefs! Ontario (growingchefsontario.ca)

Grade 2

A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance
A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity
A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking
D2.1 Healthy eating patterns
D2.2 Food choices (snacks, meals)

OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French)

*** Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans****

2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills

2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

Healthy Eating | Ophea.net

A1.3, A1.5, A1.6, D2.1

Developing A Healthy Eating Pattern

A1.6, D2.1

Developing Healthy Eating Patterns Using Canada’s Food Guide

A1.3, A1.5, A1.6, D2.2

Making Healthy Choices with Factors We Control

A1.3, A1.5, A1.6, D2.1, D2.2

Making Healthy Food Choices as Part of a Healthy Eating Pattern

Other Resources

2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

D2.2 Grade 2 - BrightBitesBrightBites (Available in French)

D2.2 Food Systems | Grade 1-3 | Growing Chefs! Ontario (growingchefsontario.ca)

Grade 3

A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance
A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity
A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking
D1.1 Food origins, nutritional value, and environmental impact
D2.1 Oral health, food choices
D3.1 Local and cultural foods, eating choices

OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French)

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Healthy Eating | Ophea.net

A1.6, D1.1Origins of Food

A1.3, A1.5, A1.6, D2.1 Oral Health and the Effects of Food Choices

A1.5, A1.6, D1.1,D3.1 Expanding Our Healthy Eating Choices

A1.6, D1.1, D2.1, D3.1 Making Connections

D1.1, D2.1, D3.1 Grade 3 - BrightBitesBrightBites(Available in French)

D1.1, D3.1 Food Systems | Growing Chefs! Ontario (growingchefsontario.ca)

Grade 4

A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance
A1.4 Healthy Relationships
A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity
A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking
D1.1 Nutrients
D2.1 Personal eating habits
D3.1 Healthier eating in various settings

OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French)

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Healthy Eating | Ophea.net

A1.6, D1.1 Identifying Nutrients

A1.3, A1.5, D2.1 Developing Personal Healthier Eating Habits

A1.3, A 1.5, A1.6, D2.1, D3.1

Sharing What We Know About Nutrition and Healthy Eating Habits

Other Resources

2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

D1.1, D2.1, D3.1 Grade 4 - BrightBitesBrightBites

(Available in French)

D1.1, D2.1, D3.1 Food Systems | Grade 4-6 | Growing Chefs! Ontario (growingchefsontario.ca)

Grade 5

A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity
A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking
D2.1 Nutrition fact tables, food labels
D3.1 Media influences – food choices

OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French)

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Healthy Eating | Ophea.net

A1.6, D2.1 Nutrition Labels and Ingredient Lists

A1.5, A1.6, D3.1 Advertising and Food Choices

A1.6, D3.1 Evaluating Media

A1.6, D2.1, D3.1 Media Presentation

Other Resources

2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

D2.1, D3.1 Grade 5 - BrightBitesBrightBites

(Available in French)

D2.1, Food Systems | Grade 4-6 | Growing Chefs! Ontario (growingchefsontario.ca)

Grade 6

A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions
A1.2 Stress Management and Coping
A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance
A1.4 Healthy Relationships
A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity
A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking
D2.1 Influences on healthy eating
D2.2 Eating cues and guidelines
D3.1 Benefits of healthy eating / active living

OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French)

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2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills

2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

Healthy Eating | Ophea.net

A1.1, A1.2, A1.5, A1.6, D2.1

Factors Influencing Eating Habits and Food Choices

A1.1, A1.2, A1.3, A1.5, A1.6, D2.2

Am I Hungry/Thirsty?

A1.3, A1.5, A1.6, D2.2, D3.1

Benefits of Healthy Eating and Active Living

A1.4, A1.6, D2.1, D2.2, D3.1

Mentorship Moment

Other Resources

2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

D2.1, D2.2 Grade 6 - BrightBitesBrightBites

(Available in French)

D2.1, D2.2 Food Systems | Grade 4-6 | Growing Chefs! Ontario (growingchefsontario.ca)

Grade 7

A1.2 Stress Management and Coping
A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance
A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity
A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking
D2.1 Eating patterns and health problems
D3.1 Personal, external factors in food choices

OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French)

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2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills

2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

Healthy Eating | Ophea.net

A1.2, A1.6, D2.1 The Role of Food in Contributing to or Preventing Health Disorders

A1.2, A1.3, A1.6, D2.1 Developing Healthier Eating Patterns to Reduce the Risk of Disease

A1.2, A1.3, A1.5, A1.6, D3.1 Effects of Personal and External Factors on Food Choices and Habits

A1.3, A1.5, A1.6, D2.2, D3.1 What Do You Have to Say?

Other Resources

2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living\

D3.1 Grade 7 - BrightBitesBrightBites

(Available in French)

D2.1, D3.1 Food Systems | Grade 7-8 | Growing Chefs! Ontario (growingchefsontario.ca)

Grade 8

A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions
A1.2 Stress Management and Coping
A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance
A1.4 Healthy Relationships
A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity
A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking
D2.1 Personal eating behaviours
D3.1 Promoting healthy eating

OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French)

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2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills

2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

Healthy Eating | Ophea.net

A1.1, A1.5, A1.6, D2.1 Evaluating Food Habits

A1.6, D2.1 Evaluating Food Choices Using Canada's Food Guide

A1.2, A1.3, A1.6, D3.1 Promoting Healthy Eating Habits and Food Choices

A1.3, A1.4, A1.6, D2.1, D3.1 Let's Make It Happen

Other Resources

2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

D3.1 Grade 7 - BrightBitesBrightBites

(Available in French)

D2.1, D3.1 Food Systems | Grade 7-8 | Growing Chefs! Ontario (growingchefsontario.ca)

Grade 9

C1.1 Connection to holistic health: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual [PS, CT]
C2.1 Healthy eating plans [PS, CT]
C3.1 Food and beverage choices – environmental, social factors [IS, CT]

2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living

C1.1, C2.1, C3.1 Healthy Eating Curriculum Supports

Food Insecurity tool kit Grades 9-12

Youth action on food insecurity: A toolkit for secondary school students to use in clubs | National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health (nccdh.ca)

Grade 10

C2.1 Eating habits and choices – physical and emotional factors [PS, CT]
C2.2 Nutritional implications of dietary choices and trends [PS, CT]
C3.1 Using consumer influence to promote healthy eating [CT]

2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living

Food Insecurity tool kit Grades 9-12

Youth action on food insecurity: A toolkit for secondary school students to use in clubs | National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health (nccdh.ca)

Grade 11

C1.1 Impact of diseases and health conditions on nutrition requirements and food choices
C3.1 Current issues related to food and/or nutrition [CT]

2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living

Food Insecurity tool kit Grades 9-12

Youth action on food insecurity: A toolkit for secondary school students to use in clubs | National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health (nccdh.ca)

Grade 12

C2.1 Making healthy eating decisions in different contexts [PS, CT]
C3.1 Personal circumstances and healthy eating [CT]

2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living

Food Insecurity tool kit Grades 9-12

Youth action on food insecurity: A toolkit for secondary school students to use in clubs | National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health (nccdh.ca)

Cross-curricular connections

Cross-curricular connections - BrightBitesBrightBites Available in French

Student Engagement

Food Insecurity tool kit Grades 9-12

Social and Physical Environment

Creating a healthy and supportive food environment

Home, School, and Communities

Registered Dietician

Registered Dietitians (feedbrant.ca)
About Dietitians - Unlock Food Available in French

Community Food Resources
Feed Brant

Food Gardens
Community Gardens (feedbrant.ca)

Food waste
Publications – Food Systems Lab

Food Access

Food skills and literacy

Healthy School Policy

School Tools and legislation, and Policy

Education Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.2 (ontario.ca)
Education in Ontario: policy and program direction: Policy/Program Memorandum 150 | Ontario.ca

Canada's Food Guide

Healthy Schools: New School Food And Beverage Policy (gov.on.ca)

General Information

Healthy Lunch supports

Food waste within schools

Personal Safety, Injury Prevention and Infection Control

Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning

Training and education opportunities for educators

Concussions

Home | Ontario Physical Activity Safety Standards in Education (ophea.net)available in French
Rowan's Law Day Toolkit for Schools | Ophea.net - available in French
Ophea's Concussion Identification, Management, and Prevention for Schools 2022/23 e-Learning module | Ophea.net available in French
SCHOOLFirst – Enabling successful return-to-school for Canadian youth following a concussion (schoolfirstconcussion.ca) (available in French) --- This is an evidence-informed guide especially for teachers and school administrators who will learn best practices and how to become a concussion champion.

Concussions-Quick References Specific for teachers-

Outdoor Education Tool Kit

Personal Safety

Curriculum resources-includes lesson plans, presentations, and resources

Grade level	Curriculum Links	Personal Safety and Injury Prevention Resource Name
JK	No direct link to curriculum	ROAD SAFETY The Ontario Road Safety Resource was developed in partnership with the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO), the Ontario Physical and Health Education Association (Ophea) and CAA South Central Ontario (CAA). Available in English and French Ontario Road Safety - CAA South Central Ontario Road Safety Lesson Plans—JK to grade 3 D1.2,D3.1 Primary Students Road Safety - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) French
Grade 1	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2 Stress Management and Coping A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.2 Safe practices – personal safety D2.3 Caring and exploitative behaviours and feelings D2.4 Safety at school D2.5 Hygienic procedures (Good hygiene habits) D3.1 Potential risks at home, in the community, outdoors D3.2 Unhealthy habits, healthy alternatives	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans** 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living OPHEA We Stay Safe! \| Ophea.net A1.2, A1.3, A1.5, A1.6, D1.2, D2.4 Safety Bingo A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D2.4, D3.1 Name the Danger A1.2, A1.3, A1.5, A1.6, D1.2, D3.1, D3.2 Safe and Risky Behaviours A1.4, D2.3 Stop and Tell A1.2, A1.4, A1.6, D1.2, D2.3, D2.4, D3.1, D3.2 Safety Poster Concussion Grades 1 to 4 Concussion awareness ebooks D1.2 Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource e-booklet: Ages 10 and Under \| ontario.ca French Good Hygiene habits D2.5 Hand Hygiene: Germy the Germ Gets Washed Away! D2.5 Cover Your Mouth When You Cough! D2.5 Infection Control Lesson Plans D2.5 The Handwashing Activity Booklet French Road Safety Lesson Plans—JK to grade 3 D1.2,D3.1 Primary Students Road Safety - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) French
Grade 2	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2 Stress Management and Coping A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.1 Personal safety – home, online, and outdoors D1.2 Food allergies D1.3 Prescription / non-prescription medicines D3.1 Relating to others D3.2 Medication, healthy alternatives	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans** 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Practising Safe Behaviour \| Ophea.net A1.1, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D1.1, D3.1 Enhancing Safe and Positive Behaviour A1.2, A1.4, A1.6, D1.2 Safe Behaviours and Allergies A1.2, A1.5, A1.6, D1.1, D1.3, D3.2 Monitoring Prescription Medicine A1.2, A1.6, D1.3, D3.2 Alternative Health Habits A1.1, A1.2, A1.4, A1.6, D1.3, D3.1, D3.2 Moving Towards Healthier Choices Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Concussion Grades 1 to 4 Concussion awareness ebooks D1.1 Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource e-booklet: Ages 10 and Under \| ontario.ca French Road Safety Lesson Plans—JK to grade 3 D1.1 Primary Students Road Safety - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) French
Grade 3	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.2 Concussion awareness D1.3 Impact of use of legal/ illegal substances D2.2 Safety guidelines outside of class D2.3 Decision making – substance use / behaviours	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans** 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Making Healthy Choices \| Ophea.net A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D1.3, D2.3 What Do You Already Know? A1.1, A1.5, A1.6, D2.3 Healthy Choices About Substances and Behaviours A1.4, A1.6, D2.2 Staying Safe in Different Places A1.6, D2.2 Guidelines for Staying Safe Outside of School A1.5, A1.6, D1.3, D2.2, D2.3 Health Knowledge in Action Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Concussion Grades 1 to 4 Concussion awareness ebooks D1.2 Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource e-booklet: Ages 10 and Under \| ontario.ca French Road Safety Lesson Plans—JK to grade 3 D2.2 Primary Students Road Safety - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) French
Grade 4	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2 Stress Management and Coping A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.2 Safe use of technology D1.3 Bullying, abuse, and non-consensual behaviour D2.2 Decision making – assessing risk D2.4 Personal hygiene and care	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans** 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Internet Safety \| Ophea.net A1.2, A1.4, A1.6, D1.2, D2.2 How Do I Stay Safe When Using Technology? A1.1, A1.2, A1.6, D1.3, D2.2 How Can I Respond Safely to Cyberbullying? A1.1, A1.2, A1.4, A1.6, D1.2, D1.3, D2.2 Using Technology Safely and Respectfully Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Concussion Grades 1 to 4 Concussion awareness ebooks D2.2 Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource e-booklet: Ages 10 and Under \| ontario.ca French Concussion Grade 4 to 6 Brain Waves A free, informative and fun half-day neuroscience presentation for students in grades 4 to 6. Trained volunteers with an understanding and passion for injury prevention bring the hands-on program which includes activity booklets, helmet fitting tips and jello brains to the classroom. D2.2 Parachute- Brain Waves Hand Hygiene D2.4 The Dirt on Germs Road Safety Lesson Plans Grade 4 to 6 D2.2 Junior Students Road Safety - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) French
Grade 5	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2 Stress Management and Coping A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.1 Supports – injury prevention, emergencies, bullying, violence D1.2 Short- and long-term effects of alcohol use D2.2 Strategies – threats to personal safety D2.3 Refusal skills – alcohol use and other behaviours D3.2 Actions, self-concept D3.3 Decision to drink alcohol, use cannabis; influences	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans** 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Internet Safety \| Ophea.net A1.1, A 1.2, A1.5, D1.1, D3.2 How Do Our Words Impact Others? A1.1, A1.2, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D2.2, D3.2 How Do Our Online Actions Impact Others? A1.1, A1.2, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D1.1, D2.2, D3.2 The Power of Positive Responses Healthy Decision Making \| Ophea.net A1.5, A1.6, D3.3 Factors That Affect My Decisions A1.4, A1.6, D2.3, D3.3 Who Can Help? A1.1, A1.4, A1.5, D3.2 Who Is Affected? A1.1, A1.2, A1.4, A1.5, D1.1, D3.2 In Their Shoes A1.1, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D2.3, D 3.2, D3.3 Awareness Campaign Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Concussion Grade 4 to 6 Brain Waves A free, informative and fun half-day neuroscience presentation for students in grades 4 to 6. Trained volunteers with an understanding and passion for injury prevention bring the hands-on program which includes activity booklets, helmet fitting tips and jello brains to the classroom. D1.1 Parachute- Brain Waves Concussion Grade 5 to 8 Concussion awareness books D1.1 Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource e-booklet: Ages 11-14 \| ontario.ca French Road Safety Lesson Plans Grade 4 to 6 D1.1 Junior Students Road Safety - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) French
Grade 6	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2 Stress Management and Coping A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.1 Benefits of inclusion, respect, and acceptance D1.2 Effects of cannabis, drugs D1.4 Seeking help – professional helpers D1.5 Connecting thoughts, emotions, and actions D2.3 Safe and positive social interaction, conflict management D2.4 Strategies, safe choices, influences, alcohol, tobacco, cannabis D3.2 Responsibilities, risks – care for self and others, safety practices	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans** 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Healthy Decision Making \| Ophea.net A1.5, A1.6, D1.2, D2.4 Understanding Drug Use A1.1, A1.2, A1.6, D1.2, D1.4 Getting Help A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D3.2 Preventative Measures A1.3, A1.5, A1.6, D3.1 Fitness Breaks and Healthy Eating Tips A1.5, A1.6, D1.2, D1.4, D2.4, D3.1, D3.2 Safety Practices for a Healthy Life Internet Safety \| Ophea.net A1.1, A1.4, A1.6, D1.1, D1.5 Building Respectful, Accepting, and Inclusive Online Communities A1.2, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D2.3, D3.2 Managing Conflict and Staying Safe While Interacting with Others Online A1.2, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D1.1, D2.3, D3.2 How to be a Good Digital Citizen Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Concussion Grade 4 to 6 Brain Waves A free, informative and fun half-day neuroscience presentation for students in grades 4 to 6. Trained volunteers with an understanding and passion for injury prevention bring the hands-on program which includes activity booklets, helmet fitting tips and jello brains to the classroom. D3.2Parachute- Brain Waves Concussion Grade 5 to 8 Concussion awareness books D3.2 Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource e-booklet: Ages 11-14 \| ontario.ca French Road Safety Lesson Plans Grade 4 to 6 D3.2Junior Students Road Safety - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) French
Grade 7	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2 Stress Management and Coping A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.1 Benefits and dangers – technology D1.2 Mental health, substances, support D2.2 Impact of bullying/ harassment D2.3 Body image, substance use D3.2 Implications of substance use, addictions, and related behaviours	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans** 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Making Choices for Personal Health \| Ophea.net A1.2, A1.5, D1.1 Benefits and Dangers of Technology A1.1, A1.2, A1.4, D1.1, D2.2 Harassment and Resolution Strategies A1.2, A1.4, A1.6, D1.2 Help, Help, Help! A1.3, A1.5, A1.6, D2.3 Healthy Bodies A1.2, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D1.1, D1.2, D2.2, D2.3 What Would You Do? Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Concussion Grade 5 to 8 Concussion awareness books Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource e-booklet: Ages 11-14 \| ontario.ca French Road Safety Lesson Plans grade 7 to 8 D3.2 Intermediate Student Road Safety - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) French
Grade 8	A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2 Stress Management and Coping A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.2 Reducing risk of injuries, death D1.3 Warning signs, consequences D2.2 Assessing situations for potential danger D3.2 Impact of violent behaviours; supports Substance Use,	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans** 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Keep Yourself Safe \| Ophea.net A1.2, A1.6, D1.2 Dangerous Situations A1.2, A1.5, A1.6, D1.2, D2.2 Assessing Dangerous Situations A1.2, A1.4, A1.6, D1.3, D2.2 The Dangers of Substance Use A1.1, A1.2, A1.4, A1.6, D1.3, D3.2 Substance Use Impacts A1.2, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D1.2, D1.3, D2.2, D3.2 Responding to Scenarios Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living Concussion Grade 5 to 8 Concussion awareness books D1.2 Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource e-booklet: Ages 11-14 \| ontario.ca French Road Safety Lesson Plans grade 7 to 8 D1.2 Intermediate Student Road Safety - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) French
Grade 9	No direct links to curriculum	Other Resources 2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living Concussion Grade 9 and up- concussion awareness books Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource e-booklet: Ages 15 and up \| ontario.ca French Road Safety C1.1, C2.1 Lessons Plans 9 to 12 Secondary Students Road Safety - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) French
Grade 10	C3.2 Minimizing health and safety risks – physical and personal environment [PS]	Other Resources 2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living Concussion Grade 9 and up- concussion awareness books C3.2 Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource e-booklet: Ages 15 and up \| ontario.ca French Road Safety Lessons Plans 9 to 12 C3.2 Secondary Students Road Safety - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) French Road Safety- Motor Vehicle info C3.2 Road safety – Parachute (parachutecanada.org)
Grade 11	C1.2 Actions, risks, and influencing factors [PS] C2.1 Strategies for making safer choices [PS, IS, CT) C3.2 Behaviours associated with risk – social impacts, costs, and ways of preventing [IS, CT]	Other Resources 2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living Concussion Grade 9 and up- concussion awareness books C1.2, C3.2 Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource e-booklet: Ages 15 and up \| ontario.ca French Road Safety Lessons Plans 9 to 12 C1.2, C2.1, C3.2 Secondary Students Road Safety - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) French
Grade 12	No direct link with curriculum	Other Resources 2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living Concussion Grade 9 and up- concussion awareness books Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource e-booklet: Ages 15 and up \| ontario.ca French Road Safety Lessons Plans 9 to 12 Secondary Students Road Safety - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) French

Student Engagement

Rowan's Law Day Toolkit for Schools | Ophea.net- Available in French
Primary Road Safety Week - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) (Available in French)
Road Safety Week - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) ( Available in French)
School Activities - Ontario Road Safety Resource ( Available in French)

Social and Physical Environment

Concussion Poster

4721_SIRC_4_Poster_Final-page-001.jpg (2700×3600) (phecanada.ca)

Home, Schools, and Communities

Concussion
Rowan's Law: Concussion Awareness Resources | ontario.ca Available in French

Road Safety
Community Engagement Kits - CAA South Central Ontario (ontarioroadsafety.ca) Available in French

Active School Travel

Personal Safety
Welcome - Brant Response Against Violence Everywhere (brant-brave.org)
Community Engagement - Nova Vita

Healthy School Policy

Rowan's Law: Information for sports organizations and schools | ontario.ca Available in French

General Information
Quick Reference for Secondary students - Available in French
Concussion Guide for Athletes (parachute.ca)
Return-to-School Strategy (parachute.ca)
Return-to-Sport Strategy (parachute.ca)

Mental Health

Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning

Training and education opportunities for educators

All School Mental Health Ontario information available in French

Webinar

Curriculum resources-includes lesson plans, presentations, and resources

Grade level

Curriculum Links

Mental Health Resource Name

JK/SK

No direct link to curriculum

Other Resources

School Mental Health Ontario
Kindergarten connections—6 lessons
Find a Resource - Educators - School Mental Health Ontario (smho-smso.ca)

Grade 1

A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions
A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance
A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity
A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking

D1.5 Mental health and overall health
D3.3 Thoughts, emotions, action

OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French)

*** Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans****

2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills
2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

Partner Resource: Mental Health Literacy - Grade 1 | Ophea.net

A1.1, A1.3, A1.5, D1.5 Positive Mental Health

A1.6, D3.3Thoughts, Emotions, Actions

Grade 2

A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions
A1.2 Stress Management and Coping
A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance
A1.4 Healthy Relationships
A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity

D1.6 Body and brain – responses and feelings
D2.5 Knowing when to seek help

OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French)
*** Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans****

2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills
2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

Partner Resource: Mental Health Literacy - Grade 2 | Ophea.net

A1.1, A1.4, A1.5, D1.6 Body & Brain Responses

A1.2, A1.3, D2.5 Identifying feelings and help seeking

Grade 3

A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions
A1.2 Stress Management and Coping

D1.6 Brain stress response system
D3.4 External factors that contribute to stressful feelings

A1.1, A1.2, D1.6 Brain Stress Response System

A1.1, A1.2, D3.4 Stressful Feelings

Grade 4

A1.2 Stress Management and Coping
A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity
A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking

D2.5 Healthy choices to support mental health
D3.3 Stress management (cognitive, behavioural)

A1.2, A1.5, A1.6, D2.5 Choices – Positive Impact

A1.2, A1.5, A1.6, D3.3 Strategies to Manage Stress

Grade 5

A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions
A1.2 Stress Management and Coping
A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance
A1.4 Healthy Relationships
A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity
A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking
D2.5 Emotional, inter-personal stresses – puberty
D2.6 How to help others, when to seek help
D3.4 Stigma awareness

A1.2, A1.4, D2.6 Helping Others

A1.6, D3.4 Stigma

Human Development and Sexual Health | Ophea.net
A1.1, A1.2, A1.3, A1.4, A1.5, D2.5, D2.6
Managing Stress and Fostering Positive Mental Health

Other Resources
2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

D2.5 Stress Lessons-What Can You Do About It

Grade 6

A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions
A1.2 Stress Management and Coping
A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity
A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking

D1.4 Seeking help – professional helpers D1.5 Connecting thoughts, emotions, and actions
D2.5 Understanding of puberty changes, healthy relationships

A1.1, A1.5, A1.6, D1.5 Lesson 2: Thoughts, Emotions, Actions

Other Resources
2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living

D2.5 We All Have Mental Health

Grade 7

A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking

D1.6 Mental health, mental illness

A1.6, D1.6 Mental Health, Mental Illness

Grade 8

A1.1 Identification and Management of Emotions
A1.2 Stress Management and Coping
A1.3 Positive Motivation and Perseverance
A1.4 Healthy Relationships
A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking

D2.4 Routines and habits for mental health
D3.4 Societal views, impact of stigma

A1.1, A1.2, A1.3, A1.6, D2.4 Lesson 1: Routines & Habits for Mental Health

A1.4, A1.6, D3.4 Lesson 2: Societal Views & Impact of Stigma

Grade 9

Grade 10

Grade 11

Grade 12

C3.2 Mental health concerns – warning signs and responses [PS, IS]

C1.1 Mental health – factors that enhance [PS, IS]

C1.4 Mental illness, addictions – causes, manifestations, and effects on personal health and well-being C3.4 Skills for dealing with stressful situations [PS, IS] C3.5 Mental illness – reducing stigma [PS, IS, CT]

C2.5 Maintaining health and well-being when independent [PS, CT]

Other Resources
2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living

School Mental Health Ontario

Mental Health Literacy-Student Health Action
Resources for educators includes:

Preparation Material
Implementation Material for school staff
Lesson Plans
Classroom resources
Parent/Caregiver information

Find a Resource - SMH Professionals - School Mental Health Ontario (smho-smso.ca)

Grade 11

C1.4 Mental illness, addictions – causes, manifestations, and effects on personal health and well-being C3.4 Skills for dealing with stressful situations [PS, IS] C3.5 Mental illness – reducing stigma [PS, IS, CT]

Other Resources
2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living
C3.4 Building Resilience Activity Guide

C3.5 Reducing Stigma Activity Guide

Student Engagement

Social/Emotional/Learning Videos for students
Find a Resource - Educators - School Mental Health Ontario (smho-smso.ca)
Student Help seeking resource-No problem too big or too small
Find a Resource - Educators - School Mental Health Ontario (smho-smso.ca)
Student resources
Find a Resource - Students - School Mental Health Ontario (smho-smso.ca)

Social and Physical Environment

Social-Emotional Learning Posters Elementary (smho-smso.ca)

Home School and Community Partnerships

Increase Physical Activity to Boost Mental Health

General Information

Suicide Prevention Resources

Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning

Training and education opportunities for educators

SMH-ON • Prepare; Prevent; Respond • Quick Reference for Youth Suicide Prevention (smho-smso.ca) ( Available in French)

After a Student Suicide Toolkit

This toolkit provides practical information to schools after a student has died by suicide.https://www.suicideinfo.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/After_a_student_suicide_web.pdf

School Mental Health ASSIST Life Promotion and Suicide Prevention Framework

This Framework is designed to help Ontario school boards to coordinate their work in this area, using a life promotion stance.https://smh-assist.ca/wp-content/uploads/SMH-ASSIST-Life-Promotion-and-Suicide-Prevention-Framework.pdf

Home School and Community Partnerships

Be Safe App – besafeapp.ca Allows the user to create a digital safety plan. Informs the user about mental health and addiction resources in your local community. Directs users to the best options for their needs though a decision-making aid. Creates a personal 'get help script' that helps users find the words to reach out.
Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention - Resources and support for suicide prevention
Centre for Suicide Prevention - Provides information, knowledge, skills and training necessary to respond to people at risk of suicide
ConnexOntario- Provides health services information for people experiencing problems with alcohol and drugs, mental illness and/or gambling. The service is live-answer 24/7, confidential, and free.
Kids Help Phone Kids Help Phone is Canada's only 24/7 e-mental health service offering free, confidential support to young people in English and French. Services available for students that Identify as Indigenous
Sources of Strength- Suicide prevention program that uses Peer Leaders to enhance protective factors associated with reducing suicide at the school population level.
Together to Live - A toolkit for addressing youth suicide in your community
SMH-ON • Prepare; Prevent; Respond • Quick Reference for Youth Suicide Prevention (smho-smso.ca) (Available in French)

Substance Use - Cannabis and Alcohol

Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning

Training and education opportunities for educators

Cannabis Education Resources | Ophea.net (Available in French)
Discussion Guides | Ophea.net (Available in French)
Teachers - Mental Health Cannabis Literacy (Available in French)
Cannabis Core Knowledge Content (niagararegion.ca)
Substance Use Core-knowledge-content.pdf (niagararegion.ca)

Curriculum resources-includes lesson plans, presentations, and resources

Grade Level	Curriculum Links	Substance Use Resource Name
Grade 3	A1.1: Identification and Management of Emotions A1.4: Healthy Relationships A1.5: Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.3: Impact of use of legal/illegal substances D2.2: Safety guidelines out of class D2.3: Decision making – substance use/behaviors	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans** 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living CANNABIS, ALCOHOL & SUBSTANCE USE: Making Healthy Choices \| Ophea.net A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D1.3, D2.3: What Do You Already Know? \| Ophea.net A1.1, A1.5, A1.6, D2.3: Healthy Choices About Substances and Behaviours \| Ophea.net A1.5, A1.6, D1.3, D2.2, D2.3: Health Knowledge in Action \| Ophea.net
Grade 5	A1.1:Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2: Stress Management and Coping A1.4:Healthy Relationships A1.5: Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6: Critical and Creative Thinking D2.3: Refusal skills – alcohol use and other behaviors D3.2: Actions, Self-concept D3.3: Decision to drink alcohol, use cannabis; influences	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans** 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living CANNABIS AND ALCOHOL Healthy Decision Making \| Ophea.net A1.5, A1.6, D3.3: Factors That Affect My Decisions \| Ophea.net A1.4, A1.6, D2.3, D3.3: Who Can Help? \| Ophea.net A1.1, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D2.3, D3.2, D3.3: Awareness Campaign \| Ophea.net Ophea Activity Plans (No login required to access): A1.2, A1.6, D3.3: Factors that Affect My Healthy Choices \| Ophea.net Other Resources: 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living CANNABIS: D1.2, D2.3, D3.3: Cannabis: Important things to know - Kids Help Phone D1.2, D2.3, D3.3: Teaching Tool - Cannabis (Grade 5) - Niagara Region, Ontario
Grade 6	A1.1: Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2: Stress Management and Coping A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5: Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6: Critical and Creative Thinking D1.2: Effects of cannabis, drugs D1.4: Seeking help – professional helpers D2.3: Safe and positive social interaction, conflict management D2.4: Strategies, safe choices, influences, alcohol, tobacco, cannabis D3.1: Benefits of healthy eating/active living D3.2: Responsibilities, risks-care for self and others, safety practices.	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living CANNABIS,ALCOHOL & SUBSTANCE USE Healthy Decision Making \| Ophea.net A1.5, A1.6, D1.2, D2.4: Understanding Drug Use \| Ophea.net A1.1, A1.2, A1.6, D1.2, D1.4: Getting Help \| Ophea.net A1.5, A1.6, D1.2, D1.4, D2.4, D3.1, D3.2: Safety Practices for a Healthy Life \| Ophea.net Ophea Activity Plans (No login required to access): A1.6, D1.2, D1.4: Did You Know? \| Ophea.net A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D2.4: What Would I Do? \| Ophea.net Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living CANNABIS D1.2, D1.4, D2.3, 2.4: Teaching Tool - Cannabis (Grade 6) - Niagara Region, Ontario D1.4: Cannabis: Important things to know - Kids Help Phone D1.2, 1.4, 2.4: Cannabis \| CAMH (Available in French) D1.2, D1.4, D2.3, 2.4: Teaching Tool - Cannabis (Grade 6) - Niagara Region, Ontario SUBSTANCE USE** D1.2, D1.4, D2.3, D2.4: Be drug-free (grade 6)
Grade 7	A1.2: Stress Management and Coping A1.3: Positive Motivation and Perseverance A1.4: Healthy Relationships A1.5: Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6: Critical and Creative Thinking D1.1: Benefits and dangers – technology D1.2: Mental health, substances, support D2.2: Impact of bullying/harassment D3.2: Implications of substance use, addictions, and related behaviors	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans** 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living CANNABIS, ALCOHOL & SUBSTANCE USE: Making Choices for Personal Health \| Ophea.net A1.2, A1.4, A1.6, D1.2: Help, Help, Help! \| Ophea.net A1.3, A1.5, A1.6, D2.3: Healthy Bodies \| Ophea.net A1.2, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D1.1, D1.2, D2.2, D2.3:: What Would You Do? \| Ophea.net Ophea Activity Plans (No login required to access): A1.6, D1.2, D3.2: Cannabis Use and Health Effects \| Ophea.net D1., D3.: Costly Habits \| Ophea.net (Grade 7 and 8) Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living CANNABIS D1.2, D3.2: Teaching Tool - Cannabis (Grade 7) - Niagara Region, Ontario
Grade 8	A1.1: Identification and Management of Emotions A1.2: Stress Management and Coping A1.4: Healthy Relationships A1.5: Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6: Critical and Creative Thinking D1.2: Reducing risk of injuries, death D1.3: Warning signs, consequences D2.2: Assessing situations for potential danger D3.2: Impact of violent behaviours; supports	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living CANNABIS,ALCOHOL & SUBSTANCE USE: Keep Yourself Safe \| Ophea.net A1.2, A1.4, A1.6, D1.3, D2.2: The Dangers of Substance Use \| Ophea.net A1.1, A1.2, A1.4, A1.6, D1.3, D3.2: Substance Use Impacts \| Ophea.net A1.2, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D1.2, D1.3, D2.2, D3.2: Responding to Scenarios \| Ophea.net Ophea Activity Plans (No login required to access): A1.2, A1.6, D1.3, D2.2: Cannabis and You – Making Safe Choices \| Ophea.net D1., D3.: Costly Habits \| Ophea.net (Grade 7 and 8) Other Resources 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living CANNABIS: D1.2, D1.3, D2.2: Teaching Tool - Cannabis (Grade 8) - Niagara Region, Ontario SUBSTANCE USE:** D1.2, D1.3, D2.2: Teaching Tool - Substance use (Grade 8) - Niagara Region, Ontario
Grade 9	C1.3: Resilience – protective and risk factors [PS, CT] C2.4 Responding to challenges involving substance use or addictions – use of living skills [PS, IS, CT] C3.4: Social influences; decision-making, communication skills [IS, CT]	2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living Ophea Activity Plans (No login required to access): C1.3: My Factors, My Resilience, and My Choices \| Ophea.net C3.4: My Influences, My Skills, and My Choices \| Ophea.net ALCOHOL C1.3, C3.4: Alcohol on the Web - Lesson \| MediaSmarts (Grades 9-10) Other Resources: 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living CANNABIS C1.3, C3.4: Teaching Tool - Cannabis (Secondary) - Niagara Region, Ontario
Grade 10	C1.2: Effects on health and well-being [PS] C2.3: Conflict with oneself and with others; resolution strategies [PS,IS,CT] C2.4: Responding to challenges involving substance use or addictions – use of living skills [PS,IS,CT] C3.3: Addiction-related issues – local, national, and global [CT]	2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living Ophea Activity Plans (No login required to access): C2.3, C2.4: Cannabis and You – Conflicts, Resolutions, and Well-being \| Ophea.net C3.3: Your Position about Cannabis in Your Community \| Ophea.net ALCOHOL C1.2, C2.4: Alcohol on the Web - Lesson \| MediaSmarts (Grades 9-10) C1.2, C2.4, C3.3: Don't Drink and Drive: Assessing the Effectiveness of Anti-Drinking Campaigns - Lesson \| MediaSmarts (Grades 9-11) Other Resources: 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living CANNABIS C1.3, C3.4: Teaching Tool - Cannabis (Secondary) - Niagara Region, Ontario
Grade 11	C2.2: Connections between substance use, addictive behaviour, and physical and mental health; making safer choices [PS, CT] C3.3: Risk factors and supports [PS, IS, CT]	2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living Ophea Activity Plans (No login required to access): C3.3: Cannabis – Know the Facts \| Ophea.net (no login required to access) ALCOHOL C2.2, C3.3: Don't Drink and Drive: Assessing the Effectiveness of Anti-Drinking Campaigns - Lesson \| MediaSmarts (Grades 9-11) Other Resources: 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living CANNABIS C1.3, C3.4: Teaching Tool - Cannabis (Secondary) - Niagara Region, Ontario
Grade 12	C1.2: Consequences of substance misuse – short-term, long-term, legal [CT] C2.3: Developing resilience, making healthy choices[PS, IS, CT] C3.3: Local and international trends and issues [CT]	2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living Ophea Activity Plans (No login required to access): C2.3: Consequences of Cannabis Misuse – Your Choices \| Ophea.net C3.3: Cannabis – Issues, Trends, and Impacts \| Ophea.net Other Resources: 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living CANNABIS C1.3, C3.4: Teaching Tool - Cannabis (Secondary) - Niagara Region, Ontario

Student Engagement

Cannabis, Alcohol and Substance Use
Welcome | Youth Mental Health & Addiction Champions Initiative Toolkit (rnao.ca)

Social and Physical Environment

Cannabis, Alcohol and Substance Use
FINAL-Cannabis-Poster-for-Students.pdf (mentalhealthliteracy.org) (Available in French)

Home School and Community Partnerships

Cannabis, Alcohol and Substance Use

Healthy School Policy

Cannabis, Alcohol and Substance Use

Blueprint for Action: Preventing substance-related harms among youth through a Comprehensive School Health approach - Canada.ca (Available in French)
Recreational cannabis information for schools and school boards | ontario.ca (Available in French)

General Information

Cannabis, Alcohol and Substance Use

Substance Use - Tobacco and Vaping

Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning

Training and education opportunities for educators

Tobacco and Vaping

** The video: Vaping:Making Safer Informed Decisions (grade 4-5 students) talks about vaping being used as another method to help quit smoking, please note more research is needed in order to determine the effectiveness of vaping to help quit smoking. Vaping is a device for adults. Please contact schools@bchu,org for more information.

Webinars

Curriculum resources-includes lesson plans, presentations, and resources

Grade Level	Curriculum Links	Substance Use Resource Name
Grade 3	D1.3: Impact of use of legal/illegal substances D2.3: Decision making – substance use/behaviors	Other Resources: 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living D1.3, D2.3: Teacher's Guide: Smoking (Grades 3 to 5) (kidshealth.org) (Grade 3-5)
Grade 4	A1.2: Stress Management and Coping A1.4: A1.4 Healthy Relationships A1.5 Self-Awareness and Sense of Identity A1.6: A1.6 Critical and Creative Thinking D1.4: Tobacco and Vaping D2.3: Decisions about smoking and vaping D3.2: describe the short- and long-term effects of first- and second-hand smoke on smokers and on people around them, and the effects of vaping	OPHEA Resources: (All lessons are also available in French) * Please login into OPHEA account first to have direct access to lesson plans 2019 Curriculum-Strand A- Social-Emotional Learning Skills 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living VAPING & TOBACCO: Substance Use and Injury Prevention: Making Healthy Choices \| Ophea.net A1.4, A1.6, D1.4: What Do You Know about Tobacco and Vaping? \| Ophea.net A1.4, A1.6, D1.4, D3.2: The Impact of Smoke and Vaping on the Body \| Ophea.net A1.2, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D2.3, D3.2:Under Pressure \| Ophea.net A1.2, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, D2.2, D2.3: Making Healthy and Safe Decisions: Part I \| Ophea.net A1.2, A1.4, A1.6, D2.2, D2.3: Making Healthy and Safe Decisions: Part II \| Ophea.net Other Resources: Ophea Instructional Videos (Available in French-No login required to access) Video 1: Making Safer Informed Decisions About Vaping \| Ophea.net (Grades 4-5) The video: Vaping:Making Safer Informed Decisions (grade 4-5 students) talks about vaping being used as another method to help quit smoking, please note more research is needed in order to determine the effectiveness of vaping to help quit smoking. Vaping is a device for adults. Please contact schools@bchu,org for more information. 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living D3.2: Talking about tobacco (grade 4) D3.2: Vaping (grade 4) D3.2: Teacher's Guide: Smoking (Grades 3 to 5) (kidshealth.org) (Grade 3-5)
Grade 5	D2.3: Refusal skills – alcohol use and other behaviors D3.3: Decision to drink alcohol, use cannabis; influences	Other Resources: Ophea Instructional Videos (Available in French-No login required to access) Video 1: Making Safer Informed Decisions About Vaping \| Ophea.net (Grades 4-5) ** The video: Vaping:Making Safer Informed Decisions (grade 4-5 students) talks about vaping being used as another method to help quit smoking, please note more research is needed in order to determine the effectiveness of vaping to help quit smoking. Vaping is a device for adults. Please contact schools@bchu,org for more information. 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living VAPING & TOBACCO D2.3, D3.3Vaping (grade 5) D2.3, D3.3Cannabis (grade 5) D2.3, D3.3Teacher's Guide: Smoking (Grades 3 to 5) (kidshealth.org) (Grade 3-5)
Grade 6	D1.2: Effects of cannabis, drugs D1.4: Seeking help – professional helpers D2.3: Safe and positive social interaction, conflict management D2.4: Strategies, safe choices, influences, alcohol, tobacco, cannabis	Other Resources: Ophea Instructional Videos (Available in French-No login required to access) Video 2: Responding To Peer Influences Involving Vaping \| Ophea.net (Grade 6) 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living VAPING & TOBACCO D1.2, D1.4, D2.3, D2.4: Vaping (grade 6)
Grade 7	D1.2: Mental health, substances, support D3.2: Implications of substance use, addictions, and related behaviors	Other Resources: Ophea Instructional Videos (Available in French-No login required to access) Video 3: Factors That Influence Personal Choices About Vaping \| Ophea.net (Grades 7-8) 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living VAPING & TOBACCO D1.2, D3.2: Vaping (grade 7) D3.2: Downloads & Educator Resources - Not An Experiment grade 7/8 lesson plan (Available in French)
Grade 8	D1.2: Reducing risk of injuries, death D1.3: Warning signs, consequences D2.2: Assessing situations for potential danger	Other Resources: Ophea Instructional Videos (Available in French-No login required to access) Video 3: Factors That Influence Personal Choices About Vaping \| Ophea.net (Grades 7-8) 2019 Curriculum-Strand D-Healthy Living VAPING & TOBACCO D1.2, D 1.3, D 2.2: Vaping (grade 8) D1.2, D 1.3, D 2.2: Downloads & Educator Resources - Not An Experiment grade 7/8 lesson plan ( Available in French)
Grade 9	C1.3: Resilience – protective and risk factors [PS, CT] C2.4 Responding to challenges involving substance use or addictions – use of living skills [PS, IS, CT] C3.4: Social influences; decision-making, communication skills [IS, CT]	2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living VAPING & TOBACCO C1.3 Talking with teens about vaping: Tip sheet - Canada.ca (Available in French) C1., C.2.4, C3.3 Teacher's Guide: Smoking (Grades 9 to 12) (kidshealth.org)
Grade 10	C1.2: Effects on health and well-being [PS] C2.3: Conflict with oneself and with others; resolution strategies [PS,IS,CT] C2.4: Responding to challenges involving substance use or addictions – use of living skills [PS,IS,CT] C3.3: Addiction-related issues – local, national, and global [CT]	2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living VAPING & TOBACCO C1., C3.3 Find Lessons & Resources \| MediaSmarts C1., C.2.4, C3.3 Teacher's Guide: Smoking (Grades 9 to 12) (kidshealth.org) C1., C.2.4, C3.3 Drugs: Use, Abuse and Addiction - Lesson Plan (Grades 9 & 10) - Royal Canadian Mounted Police (rcmp-grc.gc.ca)
Grade 11	C2.2: Connections between substance use, addictive behaviour, and physical and mental health; making safer choices [PS, CT] C3.3: Risk factors and supports [PS, IS, CT]	2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living VAPING & TOBACCO: C2.2, C3.3Teacher's Guide: Smoking (Grades 9 to 12) (kidshealth.org) C2.2, C3.3: Grade 11 Lesson 4 Tobacco and Tobacco-Like Products: Dependency and Cessation (albertahealthservices.ca)
Grade 12	C1.2: Consequences of substance misuse – short-term, long-term, legal [CT] C2.3: Developing resilience, making healthy choices[PS, IS, CT] C3.3: Local and international trends and issues [CT]	2015 Curriculum-Strand C-Healthy Living VAPING & TOBACCO: C1.2,C2.3 Teacher's Guide: Smoking (Grades 9 to 12) (kidshealth.org) C1.2, C2.3 Grade 12 Lesson 2 Substance Use and major life areas (al

Student Engagement

Tobacco and Vaping

Social and Physical Environment

Tobacco and Vaping
https://considertheconsequences.ca/resources (available in French)

Home School and Community Partnerships

Tobacco and Vaping

New Tobacco Rules (bchu.org)
Recreational cannabis information for schools and school boards | ontario.ca (available in French)
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/health/publications/healthy-living/talking-teen-vaping-tip-sheet-parents.html (available in French)
http://www.ay.on.ca/

Healthy School Policy

Tobacco and Vaping

General Information

Tobacco and Vaping

Information for teens wanting to quit smoking or vaping

Home (smokershelpline.ca)
About Talk Tobacco (smokershelpline.ca) Canadian Cancer Society offering culturally appropriate support and information about quitting smoking, vaping and commercial tobacco use to Indigenous communities.
Quitting Tobacco Toolkit - Lung Health Foundation - Health Effects

Resources for Educators for training on Anaphylaxis/ Diabetes/Asthma and Epilespsy

Allergy Canada
This page contains resources, information and links for schools to assist you in making your school a safe and inclusive place for students with food allergies.

EpiPen Videos
Includes Videos on how to use an EpiPen, when to use it, and severe allergy triggers.

Prevalent Medical Conditions
Includes training video for school staff/teachers.

Online Anaphylaxis Training
A 30 minute free course developed for school boards, principals, teachers and staff. Contains information on how to develop strategies to reduce the risk of anaphylaxis and how to respond in an emergency, in compliance with Sabrina's Law.

OPHEA Resources

Sexual Health Clinics in Schools

The work of the Sexual Health Nurse at GEDSB secondary schools includes one on one appointments offering:

STI screening and treatment
Plan B (emergency contraception)
Birth control, free condoms, and barrier devices
Urine pregnancy testing and pregnancy options counselling
Sexual health education and safer sex counselling

Schedule at schools

Day	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
AM		Pauline Johnston	Grand Erie Learning Alternatives	Tollgate Technical North Park Vocational	Brantford Collegiate Institute
PM	Paris District High School	Tollgate Technical	Brantford Collegiate Institute	Pauline Johnston North Park Vocational

Reporting Student Vaping and Smoking at Schools

BCHU uses a progressive discipline approach when dealing with issues related to vaping or smoking on school property. Progressive discipline helps foster positive school climate by combining early and ongoing interventions to promote positive student behaviour.Progressive discipline includes meeting with students and providing counselling for tobacco and vaping cessation.

Smoke Free Ontario Act and Schools
The Smoke-Free Ontario Act, 2017 prohibits smoking tobacco or cannabis and vaping any substance in certain areas, this includes school buildings or on school grounds including in a vehicle. The schools and the Brant County Health Unit are working together to ensure that the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, 2017 is enforced. Section 12(1) of the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, 2017 outlines what activities are prohibited:

It is illegal to smoke (or hold lit tobacco) or vape in any public or private school:

indoor space
outdoor grounds, including playgrounds
public areas within 20 metres of the perimeter of the school's grounds

It is also illegal to sell or supply tobacco or e-cigarettes to anyone under 19 is prohibited.

Smoke-Free Ontario Act, 2017 - How the Act Affects: Schools (porcupinehu.on.ca)

Progressive Enforcement Process and Student Support

If a student is found to be vaping or smoking on school property, school officials will email "Witness Reports" to the Health Unit to bothschools@bchu.org. The Witness Report covers two types of occurrences – either smoking/vaping or supplying/selling of vape and tobacco products.
When the form is received at BCHU, a letter will be issued to the parents or guardian of the student. This "Warning Letter" is a first notice.
A School Public Health Nurse (PHN) will receive the witness report. A PHN will contact the student at their school to have a one-on-one consultation to discuss the occurrence, the health implications of vaping/smoking and to explore smoking cessation options. Resources will be provided to support this dialogue.
In the event there is a second/third occurrence for the same student, BCHU will again be notified and Tobacco Enforcement Officer (TEO) will be advised. The TEO will contact school administration and schedule a time to meet the student and a summons will be issued ($365)

Need Help Quitting Smoking or Vaping- Fact Sheet for Teens

Infectious Diseases in School

COVID-19 Information

Monkey Pox Information

Infectious Disease Reference Guide for schools

Infectious Diseases Fact Sheets

Lice Information

Head lice treatment is free for Ontario residents 24 years and under through OHIP. Head lice treatment products are available at no cost for anyone age 24 years or younger who is not covered by a private plan. Families would need a health card number and have to get a prescription.