Health and Physical EducationOne and one-half units of Physical Education I and II or Naval Science are required for graduations, in addition to one-half unit of Health Education. All PE classes are co-educational and all will be separated by grade level. No more that one PE course may be scheduled per semester. Health Education (6960 S)Grade 9, 10, 11, 12 This course focuses on giving students accurate information on the following topics: mental, emotional, personal, community and consumer health, family living, nutrition, substance use and abuse, sexually transmitted diseases, communicable and non-communicable diseases, safety and first aid. This course is designed to help students improve their quality of life. An emphasis is placed on decision-making skills and cooperative learning. Physical Education I (6841 A - 6851 B)Grades 9 This course is designed to expose every student to activities useful as lifetime recreational pursuits or as a continuing fitness aid. The course consists of the following required units: flag football, softball, physical fitness, track and field, golf and a minimum of one elective team sport. Physical Education II (6871 A - 6881 B)Grades 10, 11, 12 This course focuses on preparing individuals for a participatory role in a wide variety of sports and leisure activities important in achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Units in physical fitness, volleyball, archery, tennis, and an elective team sport are required in this course. Physical Education III (6901 A - 6911 B)Grades 11, 12 This course will include a continuation of physical fitness. Weight-lifting and aerobic exercise will be emphasized. Team sports such as softball and volleyball are also a part ot the course. Physical Education IV (6931 A - 6941 B)Grades 12 In this course total physical fitness will be emphasized. Last Updated: 8/2/2008 |
