Physical Education
& Health
Graduation Requirement for Health: Students must take 1 semester of Health to fulfill the health requirement.
Graduation Requirement for Physical Education: In order for a student to meet the Physical Education requirement as established by the Ohio Department of Education, they may take two (2) Physical education classes at KHS or participate in two (2) seasons of an OHSAA approved activity or earn two (2) units of Physical Education through the Credit Flexibility Option. Students need two (2) classes at .25 credits each in order to graduate.
* NOTE: Advanced Strength Training & Wellness and Power, Speed & Agility and Yoga II are elective courses and do NOT fulfill PE graduation requirements
Waiver for Physical Education
Ohio Department of Education
The Ohio Department of Education requires that each student earn one-half credit of Physical Education to graduate. Introductory Physical Education courses earn .25 credit each so students must take 2-semester classes to complete graduation requirements.
PE Waiver
The PE Waiver is an alternate option to taking those classes. Students who have participated in interscholastic athletics for at least two (2) full seasons as defined in the student handbook, while enrolled in grades 9 through 12 and as documented by the principal, may be excused from the high school physical education requirement. The PE Waiver option will not be part of the 23 credits required for graduation. Additionally, students may not elect one season of a sport and one PE credit. The PE waiver must be two full seasons.
Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) sanctioned athletic sports as well as the Marching Band qualify for the PE waiver. Academic Quiz Team does not qualify for the PE Waiver.
The waiver needs to be applied by the administration immediately after each season for all students 9-12
Health
Health is a required course for all students for graduation. Health focuses on learning health skills that can promote quality of life. Health emphasizes on the whole person learning about how to take care of an individual’s physical, mental, emotional, and social health. Some topics include how to take care of one’s physical body, stress management, mental health, mental disorders and suicide prevention, reproductive health, healthy vs. unhealthy relationships, safety, tobacco, vaping, alcohol and illegal drugs. The goal of this content is for students to gain knowledge for them to cope, adapt, and thrive throughout their lifetime.
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Semester
Credit: 0.5 (Health)
Physical Education
This course is a basic PE class that offers a variety of activities. Students will learn and participate in various fundamental fitness activities that improve their overall personal wellness and focus on developing muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. Student participation is required in every session. Students will be exposed to a variety of sports and recreational activities such as: baseball/softball, basketball, flag football, volleyball, Spike ball, tennis, badminton, Pickle ball, floor hockey, lacrosse, soccer, golf, disc golf, and other recreational games. A typical class will consist of 8-10 minutes of fitness, followed by fundamental skill development or game of each sport/activity unit for the week.
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Semester
Credit: 0.25 (Physical Education)
Fee: This course has a fee (please see our Course Fees page for specifics)
Introduction to Strength Training
This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of various strength training methods. These training methods will focus on developing proper knowledge, movements, skills, and techniques in order to improve the students’ muscular strength and endurance. An emphasis will be placed on safety and developing proper techniques to prevent injuries and develop muscular strength. We will progress throughout the semester starting with fundamental movements and move onto more complex Olympic lifts at the end of the semester. A variety of training methods will be incorporated into class such as calisthenics, TRX training, circuit training, weight training, and Olympic lifts.
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Semester
Credit: 0.25 (Physical Education)
Fee: This course has a fee (please see our Course Fees page for specifics)
Lifetime Fitness & Wellness
This course is offered to students who are interested in learning how to maintain a healthy active lifestyle. Activities for this class will be activities that everyone can do at any age or ability. Activities may include, but not limited to aerobic activities (walking, jogging, aerobic workouts), yoga, circuit training, resistance training, Pilates, cross training, hiking, and lifetime sports (golf, tennis, bowling, Frisbee golf, etc.). The class will focus on different methods of wellness including fitness, activities and nutrition. Self-Defense training will also be covered.
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Semester
Credit: 0.25 (Physical Education)
Fee: This course has a fee (please see our Course Fees page for specifics)
Advanced Strength Training & Wellness
This is an elective course designed as a continuation of Strength Training class for those students that would like to continue expanding their strength training knowledge and methods. We will progress in training methods and focus on developing proper knowledge, movements, skills, and techniques in order to improve the students’ muscular strength and endurance. An emphasis will be placed on safety and developing proper techniques to prevent injuries and develop muscular strength. We will progress throughout the semester starting with fundamental movements and move onto more complex Olympic lifts at the end of the semester. A variety of training methods will be incorporated into class such as calisthenics, TRX training, circuit training, weight training, and Olympic lifts.
Prerequisite: Completion of PE requirement; Strength Training class recommended
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Semester
Credit: 0.5 (Elective)
Fee: This course has a fee (please see our Course Fees page for specifics)
Team Sports
This course is designed for the student that enjoys team interaction and demanding physical activity associated with a competitive team sport atmosphere. This course emphasizes the fundamentals and skill development for a variety of team sports. Sports units included are baseball/softball, flag football, basketball, floor hockey, lacrosse, volleyball, soccer, and ultimate frisbee. Each sport unit will cover the rules of the game, fundamental skills of the sport, and various strategies of the sport. We will also cover fundamental fitness activities such as muscular strength and endurance training, flexibility training, and cardiovascular endurance training.
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Semester
Credit: 0.25 (Physical Education)
Fee: This course has a fee (please see our Course Fees page for specifics)
Introduction to Yoga & Core Fitness
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic postures, breathing techniques, and relaxation methods of yoga. It will also introduce students to methods of strengthening the core to promote overall strength, balance, good posture, and injury prevention. Students will begin to experience the benefits of stretching, strengthening, and increase range of motion to promote flexibility and overall personal fitness. The class will focus on breathing techniques and diverse asanas to help relieve stress, focus on relaxation, and ultimately learn how to get more out of day-to-day life. This class incorporates power yoga, gentle yoga, and diverse methods of training to challenge and strengthen the core. This class fulfills half the physical education requirement.
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Semester
Credit: 0.25 (Physical Education)
Fee: This course has a fee (please see our Course Fees page for specifics)
Advanced YoGA & Core fitness
This course is an intermediate class designed for those who have a good understanding of basic yoga postures and the relationship between breath and movement. The classes build to peak postures and the pace tends to be more continuous.
Prerequisite: Completion of PE requirement; Yoga & Core Fitness class recommended
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Semester
Credit: 0.5 (Elective)
Fee: This course has a fee (please see our Course Fees page for specifics)