51060 Peer PE

GRADE: 11, 12 | SCORE: Non-Weighted | PHS CREDIT: 1 | SEMESTER | ELECTIVE

Peer helpers must be approved as helpers by the teacher committee.

Application and Acceptance Required - APPLICATION FORM

This class is designed to provide physical education instruction to special needs students with assistance from peer student helpers. The focus of this class is to build peer relationships, provide opportunities to work on social skills and learn appropriate social behavior through peer interaction. The physical education activities are modified to meet the needs of students with disabilities and provide opportunities to participate in group activities as well as organized games. Students considering this class should be seen as leaders and have the ability to work in small groups and be able to lead small group activities. You will be working 1 on 1 with students who have special needs. Your daily attendance is a must for this class. Students will be expected to journal as a part of their written grade.