Physical Education Classes
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Physical education courses are designed to meet the California State Framework requirements. Physical fitness is stressed through team and individual activities, which may be used later in life. The use of technology continues to help foster alternative learning styles and strategies. Students are required to earn 20 units of physical education credit.
Physical Education1/2 PE
Grade Level Option: 9
This course is required of all 9th grade students and is designed to promote physiological, psychological and sociological growth, awareness and development of each individual. This course offers activities that improve the health-related physical fitness standards. The appreciation and knowledge of the effects of exercise on the body as well as the development of a life-time fitness program are the goals of the course. Fitness for Life, a classroom experience, including HIV education, is a major component of the course.
Physical Education 3-8 PE, EL
Grade Level Option: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: PE 1/2
This course is designed to promote physiological, psychological and sociological growth, awareness and development in each individual. This course offers activities that improve the health-related physical fitness standards. The appreciation and knowledge of the effects of exercise on the body as well as the development of a life-time fitness program are the goals of the course.
Aerobics PE, EL
Grade Level Option: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: PE 1/2
This course is designed to strengthen the cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems. It also creates an awareness of the importance of exercise and diet in the lifelong pursuit of physical fitness. Students will be taught important aspects of stretching, toning, and aerobic exercise with an emphasis on safety and technique.
Athletic Theory PE, EL
( such as Baseball, Basketball, Football, Softball, Tennis, Track, Volleyball, Waterpolo)
Grade Level Option: 9- 12 (subject to eligibility and coaches’ approval)
Prerequisite: Subject to eligibility and coaches’ approval
The theory classes are designed to meet the needs of student-athletes. Students must be on an athletic team to be in this class. The classes are designed to prepare athletes for interscholastic competition. These classes develop basic skills, teach advanced skills, and promote strategies along with analytical and theoretical thinking.
Badminton PE,EL
Grade Level Option: 10, 11, 12
Students are exposed to the fundamentals of badminton. Basic skills taught are strategy, grip, footwork for the forehand and backhand, as well as the serve, drop, drive, and overhead smash strokes. These skills are taught so the students can play social, recreational, and competitive badminton.
Basketball Fitness PE, EL
Grade Level Option: 10, 11, and 12
Prerequisite: PE 1/2
Students are exposed to the fundamentals of basketball. Basic skills taught are strategy, footwork, shooting technique, as well as offensive and defensive principles. Sportsmanship, mental and physical conditioning, and strategy are emphasized. These skills are taught so the students can play social, recreational, and competitive basketball.
Tennis ½ PE, EL
Grade Level Option: 10, 11, 12
Students are exposed to the fundamentals of tennis. Basic skills taught are strategy, grip, footwork for the forehand and backhand, as well as the serve, volley, and overhead strokes. These skills are taught so the students can play social, recreational, and competitive tennis. This course is a prerequisite for Intermediate Tennis.
Weight Training and Conditioning PE, EL
Grade Level Option: 10, 11 and 12
Prerequisite: PE 1/2
The course teaches basic to advanced fundamentals of weight training. Safety and the importance of improving the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular systems are taught while learning the major muscle groups.