Physical Education / Health

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Physical education programs provide students with the opportunity to learn skills necessary to perform a variety of physical activities, develop and maintain physical fitness through participation in regular physical activities, know the implications of and benefits from involvement in physical activities, and value physical activity and its contribution to a healthful lifestyle. Students must earn a minimum of 0.5 credit in physical education as a requirement for graduation.

Health education programs provide students with an understanding of health promotion and disease prevention concepts and the opportunity to identify and practice health-enhancing behaviors. Students will demonstrate the ability to use goal-setting and decision-making skills to address issues related to personal, family, and community health. Students must earn a minimum of 0.5 credit in health education as a requirement for graduation.

HEALTH EDUCATION 1 – 070301, 070302 

This course encourages students to develop skills, attitudes, and behaviors that will enable them to make decisions that promote healthful behaviors. Topics included are: Mental and Emotional Health; Substance Abuse Prevention; Family Life and Human Sexuality; Safety and Violence Prevention; Healthy Eating; and Disease Prevention and Control. Skills developed in relation to health enhancing behaviors include: analyzing influences, accessing valid and reliable information, interpersonal communication, decision-making, goal setting, self management, and advocacy. It is recommended that students complete this course in grade 9.  COURSE NOTE: This is the first of two 0.5 credit courses that satisfies the health education requirement for graduation (1.0 credit total) and is recommended for students in grades 9 or 10.

• CREDIT: 0.5 per semester 

• TYPE: Academic 

• GRADE: 9-10

PHYSICAL EDUCATION – 070101, 070102 

This course integrates physical education and health education concepts with an emphasis being placed on the decision-making process. Physical activities promote health-related fitness and personal skills development. This is the only course that satisfies the physical education requirement for graduation (0.5 credit total). It is recommended that students complete this course in grade 9. COURSE NOTE: If you take this course, you must also take Health Education. This course satisfies the 0.5 credit graduation requirement in Physical Education. 

• • CREDIT: 0.5 per semester 

  • TYPE: Academic 

  • GRADE: 9-10

PERSONAL FITNESS – 072001, 072002 

This course is designed to assist students in developing all core components of fitness to improve overall personal health and wellness. This course will introduce a variety of current workout and nutrition trends to assist students in the development of Cardiovascular Endurance, Strength, and Flexibility, and overall body composition. Students will recognize and monitor physical improvement through a variety of assessment measures. This course is designed for students wishing to develop and maintain an improved level of personal fitness and overall health and well-being. 

• • CREDIT: 0.5 per semester 

  • TYPE: Academic 

  • GRADE: 10-12 

  • PREREQUISITE: Approval of the instructor required.

ATHLETIC CONDITIONING 1 – 071203

This course is designed to help students improve their muscular strength, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, speed, and agility. Students will identify personal goals relative to the sport(s) they are interested in. Following an individualized assessment, students will adhere to a physical conditioning plan designed to meet their personal needs. 

• • CREDIT: 1 

  • TYPE: Academic 

  • GRADE: 10-12 

  • PREREQUISITE: Approval of the coach and physical education department chairperson required.

PERSONAL WELLNESS – 071523

This course offers students a structured program that addresses personal weight and wellness concerns. Students will develop a personal weight management plan that addresses diet and physical exercise. Students will follow a personalized exercise plan and diet developed to achieve their personal goals. Body weight and measurements will be monitored and recorded on a weekly basis in a manner that respects individual privacy.

• • CREDIT: 1 

  • TYPE: Academic 

  • GRADE: 10-12 

  • PREREQUISITE: Approval of the instructor required.

SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY - 070603

This course offers students a structured program that addresses principles and concepts critical to understanding the psychological and behavioral aspects of sports and exercise. An emphasis will be given to the study of motivation, commitment, goal setting, relaxation, visualization, anxiety, confidence, leadership, coping and recovery from injury, roles on a team, collegiate athletics, and professional sports in America. 

• • CREDIT: 1 

  • TYPE: Academic 

  • GRADE: 10-12 

  • PREREQUISITE:  Successful completion of the Physical Education requirement for graduation. 

TEAM SPORTS 2 – 070213 

Team Sports 2 is a yearlong course that can be chosen as an elective towards graduation requirements after Team Sports 1 has been taken. The material covered in this class will advance upon the sports and units taught in Team Sports 1. Team Sports 2 will also include a more competitive approach to sports play and rule adherence, all while encouraging sportsmanship and a broader knowledge of the sport rules and components for competing in the sports outside of the high school setting. Upon the completion of Team Sports 2, students will have attained the knowledge and skills to participate in advance competitions like College Intramurals or be better prepared to try out for high school sports teams. 

• • CREDIT: 1

  • TYPE: Academic 

  • GRADE: 10-12 

  • PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of the Physical Education requirement for graduation.

YOGAFIT – 071801, 071802 

This course fuses the best of ancient yoga practice with the core stabilizing and regenerative dynamics of Pilates and the creative flow of a variety of energizing dance moves. The course focuses on controlled physical movements that stretch and strengthen major muscle groups. Correct breathing technique is emphasized throughout workouts to help increase lung capacity, and enhance stamina and endurance. The breath activates the abdominal and pelvic floor muscles helping to protect and strengthen the lower back, tone the abdomen, and assist with core stability. 

• • CREDIT: 0.5 per semester 

  • TYPE: Academic 

  • GRADE: 10-12

  • PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of the Physical Education requirement for graduation.