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Welcome to the EESS Physical and Health Education Department! At East Elgin, we strive to promote daily physical living and movement by introducing students to a wide variety of activities. Whether you are an athlete who excels at everything you do, or a person who prefers more individual activities set at your own pace, we have something for everybody.
Welcome to the EESS Physical and Health Education Department! At East Elgin, we strive to promote daily physical living and movement by introducing students to a wide variety of activities. Whether you are an athlete who excels at everything you do, or a person who prefers more individual activities set at your own pace, we have something for everybody.
SO LET'S GET MOVING TOGETHER!!
SO LET'S GET MOVING TOGETHER!!
Our Mission:
Our Mission:
The East Elgin Physical Education program is based upon the acquisition of knowledge and skills that are the foundation for engaging in physical activity. Our mission is to empower all students to sustain regular, lifelong physical activity as a foundation for a healthy, productive and fulfilling life.
The East Elgin Physical Education program is based upon the acquisition of knowledge and skills that are the foundation for engaging in physical activity. Our mission is to empower all students to sustain regular, lifelong physical activity as a foundation for a healthy, productive and fulfilling life.
Our Physical Education curriculum is a sequential educational program. It is based on physical activities undertaken in an active, caring, supportive and non-threatening atmosphere in which every student is challenged and successful. We aim to provide every student with a wide variety of physical activities and challenges that will contribute to the development and maintenance of their physical, cognitive, and affective well being. Ultimately students will be provided with the foundation for making informed decisions that will empower them to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Our Physical Education curriculum is a sequential educational program. It is based on physical activities undertaken in an active, caring, supportive and non-threatening atmosphere in which every student is challenged and successful. We aim to provide every student with a wide variety of physical activities and challenges that will contribute to the development and maintenance of their physical, cognitive, and affective well being. Ultimately students will be provided with the foundation for making informed decisions that will empower them to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Courses Available:
Courses Available:
PPL 1O M/F (Grade 9 Male and Female Healthy Active Living)
PPL 1O M/F (Grade 9 Male and Female Healthy Active Living)
This course emphasizes regular participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that promote lifelong healthy active living. Students will learn movement skills and principles, ways to improve personal fitness and physical competence, and safety and injury prevention. They will investigate issues related to healthy sexuality, nutrition and personal safety via technology and will participate in activities designed to develop communication, and social skills.
PPL 2O M/F (Grade 10 Male and Female Healthy Active Living) *Could be Co-Ed Depending on Scheduling
PPL 2O M/F (Grade 10 Male and Female Healthy Active Living) *Could be Co-Ed Depending on Scheduling
This course emphasizes regular participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that promote lifelong healthy active living. Student learning will include the application of movement principles to refine skills; participation in a variety of activities that enhance personal competence, fitness, and health; examination of issues related to healthy sexuality, healthy eating, substance use and abuse; and the use of informed decision-making, conflict resolution, and social skills in making personal choices.
PAI 2O (Grade 10 Co-Ed Individual and Small Group Activities) Co-Ed*
PAI 2O (Grade 10 Co-Ed Individual and Small Group Activities) Co-Ed*
This course emphasizes regular participation within activities that more individually focused with an aim at promoting lifelong healthy active living. Lifetime sports and leisure activities are the major focus. The program will consist of activities which use both school and community facilities. Students will continue to examine issues related to fertility, nutrition and the use of informed decision-making in making personal choices.
PPL 3O M/F (Grade 11 Male and Female Healthy Active Living) *Could be Co-Ed Depending on Scheduling
PPL 3O M/F (Grade 11 Male and Female Healthy Active Living) *Could be Co-Ed Depending on Scheduling
This course focuses on the development of a healthy lifestyle and participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that have the potential to engage students’ interest throughout their lives. Students will be encouraged to develop personal competence in a variety of movement skills and will be given opportunities to practice goal-setting, decision-making, social, and interpersonal skills. Students will also study in depth the components of mental health.
PAF 3O (Grade 11 Co-Ed Intro to Personal Fitness) Co-Ed*
PAF 3O (Grade 11 Co-Ed Intro to Personal Fitness) Co-Ed*
This course emphasizes regular participation in fitness and weight training activities that promote lifelong healthy active living. Students will learn movement skills and principles, ways to improve personal fitness and physical competence, and safety and injury prevention. Goal setting, communication and social skills will also be developed throughout the semester.
PPL 4O (Grade 12 Co-Ed Healthy Active Living) Co-Ed*
PPL 4O (Grade 12 Co-Ed Healthy Active Living) Co-Ed*
This course focuses on the development of a personalized approach to healthy active living through participation in a variety of sports and recreational activities that have the potential to engage students' interest throughout their lives. They will be given opportunities to refine their decision-making, conflict-resolution, and interpersonal skills, with a view to enhancing their mental health and their relationships with others. An activity fee may be required.
PAF 4O (Grade 12 Co-Ed Personal Fitness) Co-Ed*
PAF 4O (Grade 12 Co-Ed Personal Fitness) Co-Ed*
This course emphasizes regular participation in fitness and weight training activities that promote lifelong healthy active living. Students will learn movement skills and principles, ways to improve personal fitness and physical competence, and safety and injury prevention. Goal setting, communication and social skills will also be developed throughout the semester.
PSK 4U (Grade 12 Introduction to Kinesiology - **This is not activity based**)
PSK 4U (Grade 12 Introduction to Kinesiology - **This is not activity based**)
This course focuses on the study of human movement and of systems, factors, and principles involved in human development. Students will learn in-depth the anatomy and physiology of the human body, about the effects of physical activity on health and performance, the evolution of physical activity and sports, and the factors that influence an individual's participation in physical activity. The course prepares students for university programs in physical education, kinesiology, recreation, and sports administration. Please note: some course material will be web based.
This course is a perfect intro for anybody looking to get into any health related field. Possible careers choices include:
Nursing
Medicine
Physiotherapy
Chiropractor
Teaching
Kinesiologist
Occupational Therapist
Personal Trainer
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