Human and Social Development

Human & Social Development is a foundational course that provides essential knowledge and skills to enable students to arrive at informed and healthy decisions in a complex and diverse world. This course emphasizes the following topics: identity, relationships, physical and mental wellness, substance use and abuse, and sexuality. The course also addresses some of the California Health Standards that include evaluation of valid health information, goal setting, analyzing perspectives and influences, and informed decision-making. Human and Social Development course is required for graduation.