Physical Education Department
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Physical Education/Health (Year)
This course will include both physical and health education concepts and applications. It is designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge, and attitudes essential for achieving a balanced and healthy lifestyle. The material covered in this course will provide the foundation for students to make informed decisions regarding their mental and physical well-being throughout life. Additionally, students will engage in routine physical exercise
designed to improve their overall base level of physical conditioning. Topics to be discussed include, but are not limited to, the physical and mental benefits of leading an active lifestyle, explanation, and practice of a variety of team and individual sports, and cooperative learning projects focusing on basic elements of nutrition, lifetime fitness opportunities and teamwork. Health and wellness topics to be discussed may include, but are not limited to, anti-bullying, suicide awareness/prevention, cardio-respiratory, upper, and lower body strength, stress management, body image, nutrition, effects of alcohol, tobacco, drug, and illegal supplement use and how to form healthy habits. This class will emphasize the use of creativity, collaboration, critical thinking and innovation, communication, and our school charism. The students will be presented with challenging, cross curricular assignments (such as presentations and written assignments), that will help them develop multiple skills at a time.
designed to improve their overall base level of physical conditioning. Topics to be discussed include, but are not limited to, the physical and mental benefits of leading an active lifestyle, explanation, and practice of a variety of team and individual sports, and cooperative learning projects focusing on basic elements of nutrition, lifetime fitness opportunities and teamwork. Health and wellness topics to be discussed may include, but are not limited to, anti-bullying, suicide awareness/prevention, cardio-respiratory, upper, and lower body strength, stress management, body image, nutrition, effects of alcohol, tobacco, drug, and illegal supplement use and how to form healthy habits. This class will emphasize the use of creativity, collaboration, critical thinking and innovation, communication, and our school charism. The students will be presented with challenging, cross curricular assignments (such as presentations and written assignments), that will help them develop multiple skills at a time.
Note: *Students are required to dress out in their own St. Pius X PE uniform and athletic, lace up shoes. Students that do not dress out properly for class will not be allowed to participate in class and will receive a “0” for the day. Additionally, due to the large amount of activity-based participation required in this class, any student that sustains an injury that prevents them from participating for 4 or more weeks will be required to drop the class. If possible, the student may enroll in another class or will be placed in a study hall for the remainder of the semester.
Prerequisite: None - A course open to freshmen and sophomores. Both semesters must be completed by the end of the sophomore year. Required for graduation.
Sports Medicine I (Semester)
This course is designed to provide students with a brief introduction to the fundamentals of Sports Medicine. It will provide students with the opportunity to learn basic principles, concepts, and skills with a focus on ethics in sport and team dynamic management. There will be a strong emphasis on the many components of Sports Medicine such as taping and bracing, wound care and management, modalities, and treatment. One-half (1/2) unit of credit is earned per semester.
Prerequisite: Student application and instructor approval. A semester-long enrichment course open to juniors and seniors. It must replace a study hall as a 7th course.
Sports Medicine II (Semester)
This course will cover the specifics of the evaluation, rehabilitation, and specific treatment of athletic injuries. It will cover the anatomical details involved with the evaluation of athletic injuries. Additional athletic tapings not covered in Sports Medicine I will also be covered. One-half (1/2) unit of credit is earned per semester.
Prerequisite: Student application and instructor approval. A semester-long enrichment course open to juniors and seniors. It must replace a study hall as a 7th course. Successful completion of Sports Medicine I.