Implementing Health Education with Confidence: The Support Behind the Michigan Model for Health™
2026-04-17 12:06:00 News & Articles - Curriculum Updates & Releases
Professional Development That Works
Effective K-12 health education curriculum begins with strong professional education and support. The Michigan Model for Health™ program offers practical, multi-tiered training support designed for today’s educators and the realities of school schedules.
Start with a self-paced online training course that introduces program fundamentals. Continue with instructor-led sessions focused on skills-based instruction and hands-on strategy development. For health specialists and district curriculum leaders, Train-the-Trainer pathways build local capacity and strengthen long-term implementation.
Training options include:
- Self-paced online training
- Instructor-led workshops on skills-based instruction
- Advanced pathways for educators ready to lead and mentor others
An Educator Toolkit That Saves Time
MMH provides ready-to-use instructional resources so teachers can focus on teaching, not searching for materials. Lessons are clearly written, classroom-ready, and aligned with health education standards.
Included resources:
- Grab-and-go lesson plans with clear scripts and flexible adaptation strategies
- Ready-to-go materials: slides, worksheets, handouts, classroom kits, assessments, and family resources
- Scope and sequence guide, skills competency framework, and standards alignment
- Pacing guides and implementation supports to simplify planning
Whether you are new to the classroom or a seasoned educator, MMH provides structure, clarity, and flexibility.
Ongoing Support at Every Level
Successful K-12 health curriculum implementation requires more than materials. MMH connects educators to a network of school health education consultants who understand local needs and classroom realities.
- Direct access to health education experts and proven classroom best practices
- Practical support for adapting lessons to fit your students and school community
- Step-by-step guidance for onboarding and long-term planning
Teachers can confidently use MMH in their classrooms, with optional, coordinated support available for deeper implementation planning.
Ready to Build Something That Lasts?
When teachers are confident and prepared, students thrive. The Michigan Model for Health™ combines user-friendly lessons with meaningful training and implementation support, giving teachers the preparation and guidance they need to teach with confidence.
Take the next step toward confident, sustainable health education. Explore training pathways and connect with us to build a plan that works for your educators and students.
The Model for Healthy Kids
The Michigan Model for HealthTM is a nationally recognized, research-based comprehensive and sequential Pre-K through 12th grade health education curriculum. The MMH curriculum aims to give school-aged children and youth the knowledge and skills needed to practice and maintain healthy behaviors and lifestyles. It provides age-appropriate lessons addressing the most serious health challenges facing school children and youth.
Contact Us
Email our MMH support team at support@michiganmodelforhealth.org.