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Take Charge! Be Healthy! is an interactive, web-based educational module designed with teens in mind. The focus of the module is on personal health, physical activity, and nutrition. The module is designed for use in the middle and high school setting for students ages 13-18. All the information presented is backed by national standards and reviewed by leading experts in each field. Teens can learn all about the three topics, participate in on-line polls, read newsletters, take on-line surveys, and much more.
Areas of Focus
Physical Activity

In physical activity, students learn three esential things: what p.a. is, why we need it, and how to be physically active. Students will learn about fitness and how it relates to every day physical activity. Students will also be introduced to new ideas that may help them be more physically active, and students will be challenged to incorporate more p.a. into their lives.


Health

In the health section, students will learn about some hard issues facing teens today like healthy body weight. This section tries to work through the myths and reinforce the idea that teens are in a changing process, and there is no perfect weight. Teens also learn about diabetes, cardiovascular health, how heredity and lifestyle affect one health, and finally are challenged to Take Charge of their health choices and be healthy!


Nutrition

The nutrition section helps teens learn why they should eat healthy, and how healthy eating and p.a. contribute to a healthy balance. Teens also learn about food labels and how to read them. The nutrition section also deals with drinks and help students understand what they need. Finally, students are once again challenged to look at their nutrition and see what changes they can make to ensure they are getting what they need!


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it free?
Take Charge! Be Healthy! is 100% free to all West Virginia schools. Schools in other states should contact TC to find out how they can use TC in their states.

Can teachers view students work?
Teachers can view all student work and progress by visiting the "Teacher Tools" area.

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