PHYSICAL EDUCATION and HEALTH

DANCE | GRADES 10 - 12 | 10 CREDITS

This course explores the fundamental techniques to create and perform dance works of art in a studio environment. The areas of study will include Jazz, Modern, Ballet, History and Composition with an emphasis on technique and performance. Students are expected to participate in dance technique classes and perform at an annual spring dance performance. Proper dance attire is required. Students will earn ten credits in a double period set-up: five credits for Physical Education and five credits for Performing Arts.

INTERMEDIATE DANCE GRADES 9-12 10 CREDITS

Intermediate Dance is a course designed to accommodate students whose dance proficiency level exceeds that of beginning level students but may not be sufficiently adequate for placement in the Advanced Dance Level. The course will emphasize development of fundamental techniques and will engage students in both creating and performing dance works in a studio environment. Students will earn ten credits in a double period set-up: five credits for Physical Education and five credits for Performing Arts.

ADVANCED DANCE GRADES 9 – 12 10 CREDITS

Entry to this advanced level class will require an audition. It is for the experienced dancer and will provide advance level instruction in the techniques of ballet, modern, and jazz, along with dance history, composition, theory and analysis. The primary emphasis will be on refining technical and performance skills. Ten credits will be earned in a double period set-up: five credits for Physical Education and five credits for Performing Arts. Placement in Advanced Dance is by audition.

HEALTH GRADE 9 5 CREDITS

Through lectures, large and small group study, individual study, and the use of audio visual aids, the student attains knowledge and develops concepts, skills, and attitudes toward mental, social, emotional, and physical well being thus insuring a happier and more successful future. Units covered are: Systems of the Body, Mental Illness, Smoking and Cancer, Alcohol, Drugs, Death and Related Areas, Body Pollution, Diet and Nutrition, Medical Products and Services, Communicable Diseases, Safety and First Aid, Fire Safety, Family Life Education and Drivers Education. This course is required of all students.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE UPDATE GRADES 10-12 STATE REQUIREMENT

This course is the ten-hour state requirement for substance abuse education. Students meet this requirement through specific instructional days in a physical education class and are presented with concepts from the nationally recognized ”Here’s Looking at You: 2000” curriculum. A brief review of the latest current health trends will be presented, including HIV/AIDS education.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION GRADES 9-12 SEE CREDITS BELOW

Instruction during the first two years centers on developing fundamental skills in team sports. Emphasis in the last two years is on individual sports and leisure time activities. The program includes units in: touch football, field hockey, track and field, tennis, volleyball, soccer, lacrosse, tumbling, gymnastics, dance, indoor leisure sports, weight training, aerobics, basketball, wrestling, rhythms, softball, golf, archery. Coordination, agility and physical fitness are stressed in all physical activities. Physical fitness testing is conducted each year.

Regular Program Laboratory Science Students

Physical Education 1 - 5 credits Physical Education 1 Lab - 4 credits
Physical Education 2 - 5 credits Physical Education 2 Lab - 4 credits
Physical Education 3 - 5 credits Physical Education 3 Lab - 4 credits
Physical Education 4 - 5 credits Physical Education 4 Lab - 4 credits

ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION GRADES 9 -12 5 CREDITS

This course is offered to students who for physical, psychological, emotional or any other defined reason, cannot participate in the regular Physical Education program and are recommended by a physician or appropriate school authority. Classes are comprised of mixed grade levels. Instruction is adapted to the needs of the individual. Admission to the adapted physical education program must be approved by our health office.