PHILOSOPHY

The Physical Education and Health Curriculum align with the Massachusetts State Frameworks. The Health Program is presented to the students through 15 class periods throughout the school year in conjunction with Physical Education. The Physical Education and Health classes work to address the social and academic expectations set forth in Arlington High School’s mission statement. The specific objectives addressed are:

Develop the tools and strategies to resolve disagreements and conflicts.

Make informed, responsible judgements regarding their personal, emotional, and physical well-being.

Learn by application.

Demonstrate integrity, persistence, and the ability to work independently and cooperatively.

HEALTH TOPICS

• Alcohol and Drug Abuse Full Course Outline Including:

• Dating Violence/Healthy Relationships Expectations

• Sexuality Grading Policy

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Attendance 

      Make-Up Procedure

PHYSICAL EDUCATION ACTIVITIES MAY INCLUDE:

Archery                                            Muscular Strength         Soccer

Badminton                                      Muscular Endurance     Softball

Cardiovascular Fitness                 Flexibility Fitness           Speedball

Cooperative Games                       Golf                                    Team Handball

Touch Football                               Personal Fitness              Tennis

Indoor and Outdoor Climbing    Pickleball                          Ultimate Frisbee

Volleyball                                         Yoga