Phillips Exeter Academy

Health and Human Development

Mackenzie R. Kraines
Health and Human Development

B.S. University System of New HampshireM.A.T. University System of New...

Courtney M. Shaw
Health and Human Development

B.S. Middle Tennessee State UniversityM.S. Middle Tennessee State...

Brandon D. Thomas
Health and Human Development

B.A. Winthrop UniversityM.S. Winthrop...

Michelle C. Soucy
Health and Human Development

B.S. Pennsylvania State UniversityM.A. Columbia University, Teachers...

Shane C. LaPointe
Health and Human Development

B.S. Oregon State UniversityM.S. Southern New Hampshire...

Carol A. Cahalane
Health and Human Development

B.S. University of Massachusetts – LowellM.Ed. University of Massachusetts –...

A Study of Human Sexuality
Health and Human Development

Through reading, research and discussion students will study the biological, psychological and sociological aspects of human sexuality while considering the political, ethical, legal, historical and cultural forces that shape human sexual behavior. Students...

The Power Within: Optimal Health
Health and Human Development

How can we best manage life’s competing challenges? How should we measure success? What are the most effective means to enhance one’s capabilities, strengths and health status? We will aim to answer these and other questions by studying...

The Human Pursuit of Euphoria
Health and Human Development

This course will explore the use of mind-altering substances throughout history, across cultures and within subcultures of the United States. From a biochemical, sociological and psychological standpoint we will probe the reasons why people seek to alter...

Teen Health Matters for 9th Graders
Health and Human Development

In these age-appropriate courses, required of all 9th graders, students will discuss health issues such as sleep, time management, living and learning in a diverse community, mindfulness, positive psychology and stress management, media literacy, and social...