KC-201R Wellness: Thinking and Talking † *

The purpose of this course is to promote a wellness mindset (physical, mental, and spiritual). Through participation in classroom experiential activities and independent learning, students will acquire knowledge and skills that support the practice of wellness in daily life. Finally, students will develop a personal plan for continued practice of wellness in the future. Students may take up to three different Wellness topics for credit. This Wellness course guides students in developing critical thinking and conversation skills. Curiosity, creativity, and courageous expression are the hallmarks of active minds, and healthy, cooperative thinking is fostered by affective engagement with others. Constructive conversation is a vital component of learning and wellness, and by facilitating meaningful dialogue, this course supports and promotes the continued wellbeing of students.