Physical Education & Health

PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH INTRODUCTION

The ASM Physical Education/Health Program is designed to reinforce the importance of achieving and maintaining a healthy productive lifestyle.  A major emphasis in the Upper School Program will be focusing on life skills that are needed for lifelong fitness and staying fit for life.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH – YEAR 1

In 9th-grade Physical Education and Health, students will participate in team and individual sports, lifetime activities, and the wellness program. Activities students will be involved in can include: flag football, rhythms and dance, soccer, tchoukball, field hockey, floor hockey, bocce ball, ultimate Frisbee, speedball, softball, pickleball, table tennis, volleyball, acrosport, track & field and fitness. Topics studied in health include: first aid, alcohol education, healthy lifestyles, and fitness throughout life. Students select either ‘Option A: Competitive-sport-based curriculum’ or ‘Option B: Non-competitive and cooperative activities’. Some sports and activities are included that best suit each option. Student surveys are used to inform others' choices. Health workshops are as above for all students. Students are encouraged to choose the strand (Option A or B) that best suits their individual interests or abilities.

Credits: 1

Length of course: 1 year

Grade Level: 9

Prerequisites: None

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH – YEAR 2

This course is a continuation of the 9th-grade program, but the major emphasis is on the development of long-term habits that lead to a healthy and fit adult lifestyle. Activities students will be involved in can include: flag football, rhythms and dance, soccer, tchoukball, basketball, ultimate Frisbee, speedball, badminton, yoga & table tennis, volleyball, acrosport, track & field, and fitness. Topics studied in health class include: illegal drugs, CPR, stress management, relationships education and, health and fitness throughout life. Students select either ‘Option A: Competitive-sport-based curriculum’ or ‘Option B: Non-competitive and cooperative activities’. Some sports and activities are included that best suit each option. Student surveys are used to inform others' choices. Health workshops are as above for all students. Students are encouraged to choose the strand (Option A or B) that best suits their individual interests or abilities.

Credits: 1

Length of course: 1 year

Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisites: PE/Health Year 1