Department Overview
The AUHSD philosophy of Health Science is the development of health literacy in all students. Included in the philosophy is acceptance of personal responsibility, respect for the well-being of others, understanding the processes of family and community, and intelligent use of health-related information, products, and services. A major goal is to provide the student with opportunities to understand the concept of "wellness" as it relates to their own personal health and the promotion of health in the broader community and society as a whole.
In addition, health education courses provide the student with an opportunity to develop the following learning skills: writing, reading, oral communication, mathematics, critical thinking, problem solving, decision-making, and group interaction.
Student Health Tips
Teen sleep
Adolescents – Teens Sleep daily requirements
8.5-9.5 hours
Getting enough continuous quality sleep contributes to how we feel and perform the next day, but also has a huge impact on the overall quality of our lives.
Getting enough sleep refers to the amount of sleep you need to not feel sleepy the next day.
If sleepiness interferes with or makes it difficult to do your daily activities, you probably need more sleep.
Although sleep experts generally recommend an average of 7-9 hours per night, some people can get along with less while others need as much as ten hours to feel alert the next day.