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1 credit of PE, JROTC or Band with Physical Education is required for graduation
Physical Education - CP 344100CW
Grade: 9
This course is designed to give students an opportunity to learn elements of health and fitness through a comprehensive Physical Education program in accordance with the South Carolina Department of Education Standards for Physical Education. Students will be empowered to make choices, meet challenges, and develop positive behaviors in fitness, wellness, and movement activity for a lifetime. Units of instruction include introduction to physical fitness, individual and team activities, social and emotional fitness well-being, and basic elements and understanding of activities, such as: aerobics, badminton, baseball, basketball, flag football, recreational games, social dance, softball, tennis, track and field, ultimate Frisbee, and wrestling. In accordance with South Carolina State Department of Education standards, all students will also participate and complete the FitnessGram testing program.
There is a daily emphasis on physical exercise and the student is required to dress in PE uniforms.
Physical Education 2 – CP (Physical Conditioning) 344200CW
Grades: 10, 11, 12
This course is designed as an introductory fitness and exercise class. It is intended to aid students in making important decisions about their personal exercise program and in developing a healthy lifestyle. The course includes a vigorous weight-lifting component and instruction in muscle groups and cardiovascular fitness. Finding the student’s target fitness zone and working to achieve an optimum fitness level is emphasized.
Physical Education 3 - CP 344300CW
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Previous level of physical education
This course is a continuation of Physical Conditioning 1. Extensive lab work is required.
Physical Education 4, 5, 6 349904CW, 349905CW, 349906CW
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Previous level of physical education
These courses are a continuation of Physical Conditioning. Extensive lab work is required.
Unified Physical Education
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: From Special Olympics Unified PE Resource Guide
This course combines students of all abilities to participate in developmentally appropriate activities including lifetime activities, physical fitness, and Special Olympics Unified Sports. Students will work together to increase competence and confidence in a variety of physical activities. Through ongoing leadership opportunities, members of this course will be empowered to help create a more inclusive and accepting environment for all students.