Outreach Health Education

Outreach brings our proven health education programs directly to your school! No need to worry about busing, busy schedules, leaving your building or traveling. Hult Center for Health Education educators present our programs at your school for a convenient and cost-effective learning experience!


ALL OUR PROGRAMS SUPPORT VARIOUS ILLINOIS LEARNING STANDARDS



Contact Anne Howerton at 309.692.6650 for more information, fees, and scheduling

Outreach Programs

Tooth or Consequences
Grades: Pre-K - 2

• Proper brushing & flossing techniques
• Food Groups
• Healthy vs. unhealthy snacks
• Importance of regular dental check ups

Sly's Unwise Surprise                                                       
Grades: Pre-K - 2

• Tobacco products
• Harmful effects of smoking
• Wise vs. unwise choices
• How to say "No"

Summer Safety
Grades: K - 2

• Sun safety
• Playground safety
• Animal safety
• Bee stings / Mosquito bites
• Poison ivy
• Adequate fluid intake
• Stranger danger

Don't Join the Pack
Grades: 3- 6

• Tobacco
• Nicotine, tar & carbon monoxide
• Impact on heart & lungs
• Smokeless tobacco
• Peer pressure
• Assertive refusal skills

Michele (Girls only)
Grades: 4-6

• Uniqueness of all individuals
• Female pubescent changes
• Female reproductive system
• Feminine hygiene products

Matthew (Boys only)
Grades: 4-6

• Uniqueness of all individuals
• Male pubescent changes
• Male reproductive system
• Masculine hygiene products

Fueling Around
Grades: 5-9

• Importance of fiber & calcium
• Healthy vs. unhealthy fats
• Nutrient dense vs. empty calorie foods
• Portion sizes
• Food labels
• Maintaining a healthy weight
• Importance of exercise

Steroids & Supplements in Sports: Know the Score
Grades: 6-12

• Anabolic steroids
• Supplements
• Other substances
• Diet & exercise

Sports Nutrition
Grades: 6-12

• Proper nutrition and sports performance
• Fluid replacement before, during, and after workouts
• Foods that enhance athletic performance
• Impact of various drugs and supplements on athletic performance

The ABC's of STD's: What everyone should know about sexually transmitted diseases
Grades: 6-12

• Modes of transmission
• Risk factors
• Signs, symptoms, and treatment of major types, including HIV
• Possible consequences
• Prevention and personal responsibility

Breast Cancer Awareness (BSE)
Grades: 9-12

• Incidence
• Risk factors
• Anatomy and physiology
• Normal changes
• Signs and symptoms
• Breast Self Exam (technique)

Testicular Cancer Awareness (TSE)
Grades: 9-12

• Incidence
• Risk factors
• Anatomy and physiology
• Signs and symptoms
• Testicular self exam (technique)

Generation Rx
Grades: 9-12

• Impact of prescription drugs n the body
• Dangers of prescription drugs use/abuse
• Opioids
• CNS depressants
• Stimulants
• Over-the-counter drugs