2001-2002 Class Offerings

Anatomy and Physiology

10,11, 12

1 credit 1/2 credit P.E., 1/2 credit science

• Anatomy and Physiology is a course designed for students interested in learning about their body's structure and function through integrated hands on projects and activities. Such activities will consist of lectures, group and individual work, a complete dissection, lab projects, movement analysis, fitness assessments, maintaining a notebook and writing research papers. An emphasis is placed on topics related to health careers. Writing skills, time management, note taking and various study skills are integrated into the course as well. These skills are designed to help students prepare for post high experiences. This course is recommended for students interested in pursuing careers in medical, health or sports medicine related fields.

• A $12.00 lab fee is required for this class

Contemporary Health Issues

11, 12

1/2 credit

• This integrated program develops a sound foundation for a healthy way of life students learn about themselves, their personalities, attitudes and how this will affect their decision making and their futures. Students will deal with the issues of : Human sexuality, drugs and alcohol, suicide, interpersonal relationships, family relations, and conflict resolution. Living patterns will be discussed with the focus on nutrition, wellness, and exercise. this course may be taken for r either 1/2 Fine Arts credit or 1/2 Physical Education credit.

• Note: This class may be taken by an 11th or 12th grader to fulfill the health requirement if the student has not taken Healthy Choices as a 9th or 10th grader.

Healthy Choices

(required for 9th or 10th graders)

9, 10 1/2 credit

• This course is for teenagers who need to make the most of their high school years. It give students the chance to look at their own lifestyles in terms of dealing with conflict resolutions, successful sexuality, peer pressure, decision making, and destructive behaviors and addictions. Class issues will also include reaching independence and taking charge of one's own life.

Introduction to Fitness or Team Fitness may use to satisfy the fitness requirement.

Introduction to Fitness

9,10,11,12

1/2 credit

• This course is an entry level course which provides the student with a basic knowledge of weight lifting and cardiovascular training . Each student will be given introductory information in the areas of aerobic and anaerobic conditioning. Elementary lifts, proper spotting techniques, target heart rate, introduction to steroids, and basic nutrition will be taught. This course cannot be repeated for elective credit.

Team Fitness

9, 10, 11, 12

1/2 credit

• This course is an entry level course which provides the student with a basic knowledge of cardiovascular training. Each student will be given introductory information in the areas of aerobic and anaerobic conditioning, target heart rate, hazards of steroid use, and basic nutrition. This course also focuses on the development of skills necessary for successful and enjoyable participation in activities that may include floor hockey, indoor/outdoor soccer, speedball, team handball, ultimate Frisbee and other various cardiovascular team activities Rules, strategy, safety, game etiquette and related terminology are introduced and applied to game situations. This course cannot be repeated for elective credit.

Leisure Sports

9, 10, 11, 12

1/2 credit

• This course focuses on the development of skills necessary for successful and enjoyable participation in bowling and billiards. The primary objective is to develop interest in continued and more advanced participation with these lifetime skill activities. There is a $75.00 fee for transportation and facility rentals.

Positive P.E. Aide

9, 10, 11, 12

1/2 credit

• This course is offered to students who have an interest working with physically and mentally challenged students with in a physical education environment. Each peer coach will work on a one to one basis with his or her "exceptional" peer under the supervision of a physical education instructor. Student aides are screened and selected based on recommendations and personal interviews. Aides are then required to assist and participate in all activities (running, weight lifting, locker room assistance, test taking etc.) with a specially challenged student. This class may be repeated for elective credit only.

By application only.

Racket Sports

9, 10, 11, 12

1/2 credit

• This course focuses on the development of skills necessary for successful and enjoyable participation in the activities of badminton, pickle ball, and tennis. This primary objective is to develop interest in continued and more advanced participation in the games. Instruction includes origin, development, and proper techniques in each activity, as well as proper care and appropriate selection of equipment. Rules, strategy, safety, game courtesies, and related terminology are introduced and applied to game situations.

Recreational Sports

9,10,11,12

1/2 credit

• This course focuses on the development of skills necessary for successful participation in archery, golf, shuffleboard, table tennis, and other lifetime activities. The primary objective is to develop interest in continued and more advanced participation in the activities. There is a $20.00 fee for this class

Strength and Conditioning

10,11,12

1/2 credit

This course is for students who have an interest in activities which are stimulating for the heart and lungs or used for the purpose of muscle development. This course includes an emphasis on cardiovascular strengths and endurance and instruction in fundamentals of weightlifting. Nutrition and ergogenic aids instruction included. This class may be repeated for elective credit.

PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of the required Introduction to Fitness course.

Weight Lifting I

10,11,12

1/2 credit

This course is for the student who has a strong interest in body toning, muscle mass development, introduction to power lifting and body building. This course includes an emphasis on nutrition, proper spotting, introduction to basic anatomy, computerized exercise prescriptions with an introduction to a general periodization model. An understanding of specific exercises work which body part will be emphasized.

PERQUISITE: Successful completion of the required Introduction to Fitness or Team fitness class.

Weight Lifting II

10,11,12

1/2 credit

This course is for students who have an strong interest in activities that will develop skills in power lifting, Olympic style lifting, body building and various anaerobic conditioning. The course also includes instruction in the areas of introductory anatomy, physiology, basic nutrition, periodization, general adaptation syndrome, and ergogenic aids.

PERQUISITE: Successful completion of the weight lifting one course.

NOTE: Students may take only two of the following three courses. The first may be taken for P.E. credit and the second may be taken for elective credit only.

Volleyball / Softball

10,11,12

1/2 credit

This course involves units in volleyball and softball focusing on the techniques and fundamentals. The origin, development, and nature of the activities are studied, Related safety practices and playing courtesies are observed. Rules and terminology are discussed and applied to basic playing strategy. The volleyball skills and students will learn to referee and score. The softball unit will include basic and intermediate skills of playing the game. Students will learn scoring and will be able to umpire and score a game.

Basketball / Volleyball

10,11,12

1/2 credit

this course involves unites in volleyball and basketball focussing on the techniques and fundamentals. The origin, development, and nature of the activities are studied, Related safety practices and playing courtesies are observed. Rules and terminology are discussed and applied to basic strategy. The volleyball unit includes beginner and intermediate power volleyball skills and students will learn referee and scorings. The basketball unit will include basic and intermediate skills of playing the game. Students will be able to referee a game situation.

Softball / Basketball

10,11,12

1/2 credit

This course involves units in volleyball and softball focusing on the techniques and fundamentals. The origin, development, and nature of the activities are studied. Related safety practices and playing courtesies are observed. Rules and terminology are discussed and applied to basic playing strategy. The basketball unit will include basic and intermediate skills of playing the game. Students will be able to referee a game situation. The softball unit will include basic and intermediate skills of playing the game. Students will learn scoring and will be able to umpire and score a game.