The Department of Elementary Education in the Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta hosted two public information sessions on the draft K-6 curriculum. The first session was held on February 22, 2022 and the second session was held on March 15, 2022.
An open letter from the University of Calgary’s HOPELab, led by Dr. Deinera Exner-Cortens, expressing concerns about the draft Physical Education and Wellness curriculum.
Story begins at 4:14 of the video, including expert commentary by University of Lethbridge associate professor Richelle Marynowski, PhD, and psychologist Angela Grace, PhD.
Article includes expert commentary from University of Lethbridge associate dean and professor Richelle Marynowski, PhD, and psychologist Angela Grace, PhD.
Angela Grace, PhD (Registered Psychologist)Dr. Grace is a Registered Psychologist, national eating disorder prevention specialist, and former elementary teacher passionate about youth health and well-being and trauma-informed teacher training in educational settings. www.heartcenteredcounselling.com/
Angela Grace, PhD (Registered Psychologist)Dr. Grace is a Registered Psychologist, national eating disorder prevention specialist, and former elementary teacher passionate about youth health and well-being and trauma-informed teacher training in educational settings. www.heartcenteredcounselling.com/
“Dietitians, researchers and educators say Alberta’s proposed K-6 draft curriculum for physical education and wellness may harm children’s relationships with their bodies and promote disordered eating habits.”
Dr. Shelly Russell-Mayhew raises concerns about the Draft Physical Education and Wellness Kindergarten to Grade 6 Curriculum.
Image source: UConn Rudd Center for Food Policy & Obesity.