HACE 8 students identify personal attributes and consider a range of options and situations related to school, their daily lives and future careers.  Students also identify factors that affect health decisions and their consequences on short-term and long-term health.  Much of the course explores motivation, attitudes, perceptions and values.  Students will share will share their understanding of the content and ideas in an electronic journal.  Thought and self-expression are encouraged as the students work through the material.  The teacher's role is to encourage and motivate.  Parents are encouraged to extend and enrich the curriculum at home.