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Interest Electives
Interest Electives
ADVANCED TEAM SPORTS/FITNESS (921)
Grades 11-.12
(Semester) .50 credits
Prerequisite: an A- (90%) or better in previous PE class
This course is designed to offer students an arena in which to participate in a more competitive atmosphere. Students have an opportunity to show teamwork, sportsmanship, understanding of rules, and strategies. Students participate in tournament play and are required to officiate games. This course is also designed to have students actively participate in cardiovascular and muscle fitness activities.
Team sports may include, but are not limited to the following: Basketball, Flag Football, Floor Hockey, Handball, Soccer, Volleyball
PRINCIPLES OF ATHLETIC TRAINING (919)
Grades 11-12
(Semester) .50 credits
Students receive an introduction to the allied health profession of athletic training, as a part of the Sports Medicine field, and its concepts which include: basic anatomy, First Aid management, athletic taping & compression wrapping skills, concussion management, and stretching. They will have the opportunity to work cooperatively in pairs or small groups to practice skills and to communicate what and why they are doing said skill
RECREATIONAL SPORTS & FITNESS (922)
Grades 11-12
(Semester) .50 credits
This course is designed to offer students games and activities they can participate in throughout their life. This course is also designed to have students actively participate in cardiovascular and muscle fitness activities. In the recreational game/lifetime activity students may be given a choice of activity that has been determined by the instructor. In the area of personal fitness, the students are shown options of how to stay fit and are given the ability to create a personal fitness plan. The goal of both these programs is to help the student understand and encourage a lifetime of fitness.
Activities may include, but are not limited to the following: Fitness walking, Badminton, Basketball, Bocce, Bowling, Tennis, Volleyball
YOGA I (917)
Grades 11-12
(Semester) .50 credit
This is an introductory Hatha Yoga class where students learn basic postures, breathing techniques, relaxation, and stress management. They have fun exploring the many benefits that yoga has to offer and are able to work at an individual pace. Yoga is for everyone regardless of perceived skill level. Each class will focus on a new “posture”. Over time, these postures will be incorporated into a “flow” where each posture is held for a few minutes before transitioning to the next. Additional benefits are improved strength and flexibility, balance, concentration, and sense of accomplishment.
YOGA II (930)
Grades 11-12
(Semester) .50 credit
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Yoga I
Students learn advanced breathing techniques as well as an additional eight to ten new postures. They also gain a deeper understanding of fundamental postures enhancing flexibility, strength, and endurance. Lastly, Yoga II students learn how to “flow” from one posture to the next for a full length class period. Successful completion of this course provides students with the confidence to join a community based Yoga studio.
PERSONAL STRENGTH AND DEVELOPMENT (937)
Grades 11-12
(Semester) .50 credit
This course will give students the opportunity to examine personal health habits related to strength and conditioning concepts, with a focus on the creation of a personal wellness plan. Through the use of technology, our Cardio- and Weight room facilities, and participation in certain life skills activities, students will research current trends to develop a personal fitness plan and demonstrate skills needed to create and maintain positive healthy habits. Student assessment is based on daily participation in all activities and written assignments.
LIVING WELL (938)
Grades 11-12
(Semester) .50 credit
This course is designed to offer students a more in-depth look at wellness with an opportunity to gather tools on how to live our best lives beyond the high school years. The class will focus on current events, topics, and activities within the scope of ‘Wellness’: physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and environmental. Student assessment is based on daily participation in all activities, discussions, and written work. Potential Topics-Physical: fitness/nature walks, yoga/stretching, nutrition. Emotional: Mental health, Stress management. Social: Healthy relationships, dating safety. Intellectual: Vaping dangers, melanoma, opioids/Rx meds.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION LEADERS (942)
Grades 11-12
(Semester) .50 credit
Prerequisite: Must complete the application process, receive recommendation from previous Health/PE teachers at D-Y, and receive a grade of 80 or above in all Health/PE courses.
Students interested in this elective must apply to the Health/Physical Education department and be accepted prior to being enrolled in a class. This course is designed for students interested in developing leadership skills and/or pursuing a career related to Physical Education. Students are expected to: 1) serve as positive role models to other students 2) follow all school rules and demonstrate good school citizenship and 3) be in class daily, on time, and dressed in proper attire.
Students enrolled will have responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, leading the class in proper warm-up and cool-down techniques, leading the class in activities, officiating games/activities, assisting students in Health class. There will be a limit of one grade 11 leader with grade 8 Health/PE classes and one grade 12 leader with grades 9 and 10 Health/PE classes.
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