Physical Education/ Health Education

Term:  Full Year (2 semesters-1/2 credit)

 

The traditional 9th–10th program focus will be team sports while 11th-12th grade focuses on lifetime sport. Listed are all the activities that may be offered.

 

Soccer, Flag Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Pickleball, Weight Training, Floor Hockey, Fitness, Cooperative games, Ultimate Frisbee, Softball

 

Badminton, Ultimate Frisbee, Archery, Cooperative Games, Volleyball, Team Handball, Tennis, Can Jam, Golf, PickleBall, Table Tennis

Term:  Full Year (1/2 credit)

 

Grades: 11-12

 

This strand will attempt to offer activities geared toward the outdoors.  Field trips will be planned to invite students to fully participate in an activity.  Suggested units of instruction will be boat skill, fishing, canoe/kayaking, biking, hiking, camping, orienteering, sailing and Project Adventure.  There will be one field trip per quarter associated with the units.  Please note some changes may be made due to weather and site availability.

 

 

Term:  Full Year – 2 semester (1/2 credit)

 

Grade: This class is for students in grades 11 & 12 only.   

 

Students in the course must be able to attain proficiency in at least four sport areas.  Skill instruction is advanced with performance drills requiring an above-average level of fitness and ability to attain advanced level of game play.  Students will be involved in traditional sports.  As this is an advanced class, students will also be involved in roles of coaching, officiating, and tournament planning. The course will continue the sports education model and prepare students for the roles they will assume as parents and members of families, neighborhoods and communities.

 

Actual sport activities will vary depending on the availability of the facility and rotation of different sports.  Students must be self directed, mature and must have demonstrated success in the regular physical education class.

 

Fall: Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Floor Hockey

 

Spring: Team Handball, Softball, Indoor Soccer

Term: Full Year (2 semesters-1/2 credit)

 

Grades: 9-12

 

This program is provided for students with special needs in physical education which can best be met through more individualized instruction.  Individual student assessment is used to determine skill and fitness levels in order to develop appropriate activities and instruction.  The program consists of development activities, games, sports, rhythms, fitness development, and activities suited to the interests and needs of the students.  Enrollment in this course is provided by the Committee on Special Education, and/or recommendation by professional high school staff.

 

These units can include fitness, Project Adventure, floor hockey, basketball, soccer, tennis, softball, kickboxing and yoga.

Term: Full Year (1/2 credit)

 

Grades: 9-12

 

This course is designed to enhance the physical, social, emotional, and aesthetic development of students using a variety of dance forms. Basic concepts will be introduced focusing on: movement sequencing, flexibility, rhythmic patterns, strength, and endurance. The course curriculum will focus on a variety of dance forms, styles, and techniques; dance vocabulary and the ability to utilize vocabulary while describing movement and choreography; the ability to learn, create, and apply elements of dance to create unique movement; and develop an appreciation and understanding of historical contributions and cultural dimensions of Dance. Different techniques like ballet, jazz, modern/contemporary, hip hop, tap, and world dance will be covered both stylistically, technically and gesturally. The course objectives are based on the National & State Content Standards of both Dance and Physical Education. This course is a prerequisite for the Advanced Dance and Choreography elective.

Term: Full Year (1/2 credit)

 

Grades: 9 -12 

 

This course explores the art of dance making and choreographic principles using various styles of dance, enhancing previously learned skills/techniques and expanding into a much more advanced level of performance. Students will be conversant with an extensive understanding of dance vocabulary and use it in: responding and analyzing to dance aesthetics; derive meaning from other dance works; and in the creation of their own dance choreography. Student choreography will be showcased in our culminating dance performance. Students enrolled in this course are required to perform in our culminating dance performance and additional performance opportunities throughout the school year. Field trips will also be available to students enrolled in the course. The course objectives are based on the National & State Content Standards of both Dance & Physical Education.

Term: Full Year – 2 semester (1/2 credit)

 

Grades: 9-12

 

Students will have an opportunity to master skills, activities and strategies to improve training and overall physical performance. There will be the use of Cybex machines, free weights, dumbbells, plyometric boxes, TRX bands, stability balls and more. We will learn to design individualized programs to build upon current physical performance. It can be directed at one’s daily life as well as sport participation. This course is designed for the student who wishes to take their fitness to a higher level with new and innovative workouts and information. This is a recommended course for Schreiber student-athletes.

Term: Full Year (2 semesters- 1/2 credit)

 

Grades:  9-12

 

This course offers students a variety of fitness activities that will prepare them for lifelong fitness and wellness.  Focus will be on the following components: cardiovascular endurance, flexibility and muscular strength and endurance. The activities of study will include: walk, jog, run interval training, step aerobics, cardio-kickboxing, yoga, Bosu & stability ball training, circuit training, indoor cycling, and strength conditioning and weight training.

Term: Full Year (2 semesters - 1/2 credit)

 

Grades: 10-12

 

This course builds on the introductory fitness course by offering students the opportunity to learn and engage in advanced fitness skills and techniques. Students will engage in more advanced fitness activities such as, yoga, step aerobics, yoga, Pilates & Barre, HIIT training, indoor cycling, strength and conditioning and weight training. Activity content, fitness concepts, and personal wellness strategies will be learned that enable students to achieve advanced levels of fitness leading to greater lifelong fitness and wellness.

Term: Full Year

 

This course is required to be taken in ninth grade and meets 2 periods in a 6 day cycle for the full year. This health class serves as an introduction to High School. It provides a built-in support system during this transition time. Topics include: personal responsibility, mental health, substance abuse prevention, mental health conditions, nutrition & wellness and sexuality. Community service projects are encouraged. 

Term:  Semester - September and January

 

This required health education course dives into current health issues in today’s society. Health Education 11 meets for a semester, 4 periods in a 6 day cycle. Major topics of discussion include mental health, substance abuse, and human sexuality. A two year CPR and AED certification may be earned from the American Heart Association. Emphasis is placed on life skills that better prepare our youth for college and post graduate endeavors. School and community support systems are examined as reliable resources. Guest speakers from community organizations are a part of the curriculum.

Term: Full-Year

 

Prerequisite: 12th grade students who have completed the 11th grade health education graduation requirement.  Approval by guidance counselor and Health Education Department.

 

This Health elective aims to better prepare you for the transition from high school to your next stage. The fall semester will be dedicated to health topics relevant to our community and include guest speakers from health-related fields. You will have the opportunity to obtain a First Aid Certification as well as attend class field trips. There will be a component of practical experiences to help relieve stress and anxiety to lead a more balanced life. The spring semester will support individualized senior experiences as students complete an internship in a health-related field or other areas of interest. This is a full year course that will meet two out of the six days in a cycle.