Physical Education

One year in Physical Education is required for graduation. Healthy Foundations I and II fulfills the PE requirement. Other classes are for elective credit.

Healthy Foundations I and II

9, 10, 11, 12

637 1 credit 2 semesters This course is the foundation of the physical education curriculum. Aspects of fitness and wellness are explored such as goal setting, target heart rate and fitness assessment. A variety of team and individual sports will be taught such as badminton, ultimate Frisbee, pickle ball, etc. Students will also participate in fitness activities such as yoga, strength training and step aerobics. Upon completion of this course students will create a personal exercise plan and will be more knowledgeable in rules, skills and strategies of various sports and activities as well as the components to a healthy lifestyle. This course fulfills the physical education requirement.

Healthy Foundations I

9, 10, 11, 12

638 ½ credit 1 semester This course is the foundation of the physical education curriculum. Aspects of fitness and wellness are explored such as goal setting, target heart rate and fitness assessment. A variety of team and individual sports will be taught such as badminton, ultimate Frisbee, pickle ball, etc. Students will also participate in fitness activities such as yoga, strength training and step aerobics. Upon completion of this course students will be more knowledgeable in rules, skills and strategies of various sports and activities as well as components to a healthy lifestyle. This course is a prerequisite for Healthy Foundations II. This course, in conjunction with Healthy Foundations II, fulfills the physical education requirement.

Healthy Foundations II

9, 10, 11, 12

639 ½ credit 1 semester This course is the foundation of the physical education curriculum. Aspects of fitness and wellness are explored such as goal setting, target heart rate and fitness assessment. A variety of team and individual sports will be taught such as badminton, ultimate Frisbee, pickle ball, etc. Students will also participate in fitness activities such as yoga, strength training, and step aerobics. Upon completion of this course students will create a personal exercise plan and will be more knowledgeable in rules, skills and strategies of various sports and activities as well as the components to a healthy lifestyle. A prerequisite of Healthy Foundations I is required. This course, in conjunction with Healthy Foundations I fulfills the physical education requirement.

Team Sports

10, 11, 12

632 ½ credit 1 semester Aspects of physical fitness and wellness are explored through a variety of team sports. Upon completion of this course, students will be familiar with the rules, skills, sportsmanship, team play and strategies of team sports. Sports can include basketball, soccer, volleyball, floor hockey, flag football, etc. This is an elective course and does not fulfill the PE requirement.

643 ½ credit 1 semester Safety techniques and the immediate care of the injured or suddenly ill are taught in this course. Students take practical and written tests for bandaging, wound care, choking, unconscious choking, and adult, child, and infant CPR. Students may receive Red Cross Certification for CPR upon successful completion of this course. This course will alternate yearly with Healthy You and be offered during the 2023-2024 school year. This is an elective course and does not fulfill the PE requirement.

Healthy You

10, 11, 12

651 ½ credit 1 semester This course is for students who desire to gain additional knowledge in nutrition, reduce health risks (alcohol, tobacco, drugs), mental and emotional health, stress, personal care and life learning skills. This course will alternate yearly with Standard First Aid and CPR and be offered during the 2022-2023 school year. This is an elective course and does not fulfill the PE requirement.

Introduction to Athletic Training

12

641 ½ credit 1 semester This course is designed for students interested in entering the Athletic Training or another medical profession (i.e. physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician assistant, nurse, etc.) Concurrent enrollment in Anatomy and Physiology is strongly recommended. This course will cover basic principles of Kinesiology as well as the prevention, recognition, evaluation and treatment of athletic injuries. This is an elective course and does not fulfill the PE requirement.