Physical Education 10/20/30

Physical Education 10-20-30 (5 credits each)

Students develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to lead an active, healthy lifestyle.  A variety of sport and recreational activities will be covered including traditional sports like flag football, soccer and badminton and more non-traditional sports in alternative environments like aquatics and broomball.  The aim of the course is to promote and encourage life-long participation in physical activity.

Physical Education 10-20-30 Fitness (5 credits each)

As an alternative to the Physical Education 10-20-30 course sequence, this fitness class emphasizes the development of aerobic and muscular fitness.  Students engage in strength and conditioning activities such as running, weightlifting, stretching, plyometrics, yoga and more.  It is important to note that the credits earned are for Physical Education 10, 20 or 30.

Physical Education 10-20-30 Wellness (5 credits each)

Students develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to lead an active, healthy lifestyle.  A variety of sport and activities will be covered including traditional sports like flag football, soccer and badminton and more non-traditional sports in alternative environments like aquatics and broomball.  The Physical Education Wellness stream differs in that it also covers more recreational activities like bocce and wellness walks and the sports are set in a less competitive atmosphere.  The aim of the course is to promote and encourage life-long participation in physical activity.  It is important to note that the credits earned are for Physical Education 10, 20 or 30.

Physical Education 30 Leadership (5 credits)

Prerequisite: completion of Physical Education 20

This is a specialized course that combines physical education and work experience opportunities.  The course involves in-class physical education assistance, leadership assessment and selecting a project.