St. James Assiniboia Healthy Living Symposium

Session 1: New gr 11 & 12 Physical Education and Health Education Curriculum Presenter: Grant McManes Do you have questions about the new curriculum being implemented in September 2008? Come and get a general overview as well as learn about the differences between in the in-school and out-of-school components. Middle, senior and parent This session will take place January 29 from 7:00-8:30 at Sturgeon Heights	Session 4: Fitness Technology: An Introduction to Heart Rate Monitors Presenters: Jody O’Brien and Shane Smith Learn about the benefits of and how to use heart rate monitors in class and for personal fitness. BE PREPARED TO GET ACTIVE!! Early, middle, senior, parents This session has been cancelled due to low registration
Session 2: TJ’s Gift Presenters: Karen and Floyd Wiebe Learn about how kids can become involved in drug use and what signs to look for from parents who lost their child to crystal meth use. Middle, senior, parent This session will take place at Westwood February 6, 7:00-8:30pm	Session 5: Online Trends and Internet Safety Presenter: Alison Palmer Are you concerned about your child’s safety when they’re online? Learn about the online risks as well as get an overview of sexual exploitation. Learn how to protect you child. Early, middle, senior, parent This session will take place at Bruce January 23, 7:00-8:00pm
Session 3: Sleep Apnea Presenter: Audrey Lehn Learn how to diagnose and treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea so that you can lead a healthier, more rested life. Adult Session postponed until further notice stay tuned for an update	Session 6: Get up and Move! Presenters: Natalie Girard and Jennifer Rothwell Learn some fun games to play in small areas and with limited equipment needed. Come prepared to dance, do yoga, and play some low-organized games. Early and parents This session will take place at Bannatyne in the gym, Feb 6 7:00-8:30
Session 7: Boot Camp Circuit Presenter: Chris Brown The boot camp circuit combines cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and endurance, speed, agility, and balance in one active, energizing workout. Middle, Senior, Parent This session will take place at Lincoln February 7 at 7:00pm	Session 8: Concussion-symptoms, implications, and prevention strategies Pediatric neurosurgeon, Dr. Patrick McDonald will provide an overview of the concussions, from symptoms, consequences, and prevention strategies that are recommended. Early, Middle, Senior, Parent This session will take place at Ness, Feb 5 at 7:00
Session 9: Goalie Wall Ball Presenter: Tony Szarkiewicz, Kerry Starkell, Dustin Vosper Come out and play this new low organized game that promotes fitness, manipulation, eye-hand coordination and goal tending skills. It's easy to learn and a lot of fun. Bring your gym equipment to this session! Early, Parent This session will take place at Sansome in the gym January 30 from 6:30-7:30	Session 10: Family Speed Stacks Night Presenter: Chris Spradbrow Are you up for the challenge? Kids and parents come and learn the basics of Speed Stacking from Crestview's Leadership Kids. We will end the night with a competition to see who will be the champions...the parents or the kids? Early, Parent This session will take place at Crestview in the gym January 23 for (K-2) as well as another session offered at the same location January 24 (3-5) Both sessions are from 6:30-7:30pm
Session 11: Involving Your Child in Healthy Food Preparation Presenter: Lakewood Healthy Living Committee Learn to prepare a variety of quick and easy ways to prepare nutritious meals for the entire family. Gain tips on how to connect your child to the preparation process. There will be interactive food sampling as well as recipes that will be made available. The night will end with the children playing a game in the gym while parents can observe and relax with a coffee. Early, Parent This session will take place at Lakewood February 7 time 6:30-7:30	Session 12: How Healthy are Your Bones? Presenter: Lori DePauw Adolescense is the peak bone building years. Building healthy, strong bones is the best way to prevent fractures later in life. Information on nutrition, exercise and healthy lifestyle choices is presented in an interactive session. Early, Middle, Senior, Parent This session will take place at Golden Gate February 11 at 7:00
Session 13: Dying to be Thin: Exploring a true story about the world of Eating Disorders, body image and self-esteem Presenter: Patricia Cox This session will be an oral presentation that takes the audience along as we follow the timeline of how an eating disorder can start, take over a life quietly and quickly. This is a session where people can hear about the reality of life with an eating disorder, not just the symptoms or cures. Don't be afraid to ask the real questions you want to know and discover the truths about eating disorders. This session will take place at George Waters, February 6 at 7:00 in room 9