9025s

Physical Education

Semester / 0.5 Credit / Grade 9 - 12

Prerequisites:

None

Description:

High school students at ACS Athens need to complete 3 semesters of Physical Education as a graduation requirement. The 9-12 Physical Education program prepares students to take individual and social responsibility for their personal health, as well as to demonstrate positive behaviors that show respect for individual abilities, interests, gender and cultural backgrounds.

The focus involves participation in both team and individual sports. The participation in sports includes activities such as Basketball, Track and Field, European Handball, Water Polo, Softball, Volleyball, Soccer, Lacrosse, Field Hockey, Ultimate Frisbee, Fitness, Weight Training, Olympic Sports, Paddle Sports, Aerobics, Dance, Cardio Fitness, Wall Climbing, Racket Sports.

Assessment:

The assessment focus in PE is on Active Participation, Performance in Movement skills and concepts, as well as Approaches to Learning (Rules, Safety, Dress code)