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Health education requirements in NYC schools explained
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The narrator explains the importance of health education in New York City public schools and outlines the requirements for different grade levels.
- Health education is described as essential for students' well-being and ability to learn
- Elementary school requires health education every year in grades K-5, with a recommendation of 45 minutes per week
- Middle school requires health education every day for one semester
- High school requires health education every day for one semester
Narrator in Shown Video
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Every day, students make decisions that affect their health, well-being, and ability to learn.
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That's why health education is an important priority in New York City public schools.
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Health education is an essential academic subject where students learn the knowledge and skills they need to care for their minds, bodies, and their relationships with others.
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In elementary school, health education is required every year in grades k through 5 with a recommendation of 45 minutes per week.
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In middle school, health education is required every day for 1 semester.
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And in high school, health education is required every day for 1 semester.