Physical Education Department
INDOOR FITNESS FOR LIFE 9
No. 1800 | Course Credit: .5 | Grade Level: 9
This course credit is required for graduation from Little Falls Community High School. The class will reinforce skills in badminton, pickleball, gymnastics, table tennis, archery, ice skating, and tournament set-ups. Students will be evaluated on physical skills tests, observations, written tests, as well as on participation and effort.
Careers related to this course:
Personal Fitness, Health and Wellness
OUTDOOR FITNESS FOR LIFE 9
No. 1801 | Course Credit: .5 | Grade Level: 9
This course credit is required for graduation from Little Falls Community High School. The class will reinforce skills in tennis, soccer, football, softball, track and field, and volleyball. Students will be evaluated on physical skills tests, observations, written tests, as well as on participation and effort.
Careers related to this course:
Personal Fitness, Health and Wellness
PHYSICAL EDUCATION 10
No. 1810 | Course Credit: .5 | Grade Level: 10
This course credit is required for graduation from Little Falls Community High School. The class is designed for students to enhance and refine their skills in activities such as soccer, football, softball, tennis, volleyball, pickleball, and badminton. There will be a focus on cooperative team concepts, individual participation, and physical fitness.
Careers related to this course:
Athletic Trainer, Personal Trainer, Physical Therapist, Fitness Instructor, Sports Management
HEALTH 10
No. 1811 | Course Credit: .5 | Grade Level: 10
This course credit is required for graduation from Little Falls Community High School. This course will identify components of individual, family, and community health issues. Students will gain knowledge to make informed decisions in the following areas: physical health, mental/emotional health, social health, wellness, diseases and disorders, human sexuality and relationships, drug awareness, and CPR.
Careers related to this course:
LPN/RN, Mental Health Practitioner, Social Worker, EMT/Paramedic, Wellness Coach
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES
No. 1812 | Course Credit: .5 | Grade Level: 11-12
Healthy Lifestyles is a nine-week elective course that will emphasize the importance of knowledge, attitudes, and practices relating to personal health and wellness. Topics of exploration include: how to improve brain function, the importance of sleep, happiness, addiction, nutrition, and healthy eating. This class will also include a unit on consumer skills such as budgets, checking and savings account, credit cards, and buying a car. In addition, students will be participating in weekly food labs that will help students to make informed, educated, and budget conscious decisions about the foods they are consuming.
Careers related to this course:
Nutritionist, Teacher, Doctor/Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner, Assisted Living/Nursing Home Caregiver, Performance Coach
PHYSICAL EDUCATION - INDOOR SPORTS
No. 1820 | Course Credit: .5 | Grade Level: 11 - 12
This course is a nine-week course with emphasis on racquet activities and skills as well as other indoor recreational sports. Activities and sports may include table tennis, pickleball, badminton, basketball, volleyball, and fitness. The course will include knowledge of the rules and safety concerns. Students may take a second time for credit.
Careers related to this course:
Athletic Trainer, Personal Trainer, Physical Therapist, Fitness Instructor, Sports Management
PHYSICAL EDUCATION - OUTDOOR SPORTS
No. 1821 | Course Credit: .5 | Grade Level: 11 - 12
This course is a nine-week course with emphasis on activities and skills that may include softball, soccer, football, volleyball, tennis, and fitness. The course will include knowledge of the rules and safety concerns. Students may take a second time for credit.
Careers related to this course:
Athletic Trainer, Personal Trainer, Physical Therapist, Fitness Instructor, Sports Management
PHYSICAL EDUCATION – FITNESS THROUGH MUSIC
Meets .5 credit for Fine Art Standards
No. 1830 | Course Credit: .5 | Grade Level: 11 - 12
Music is a powerful tool that can help improve our exercise performance. In this class, students will experience a variety of activities that integrate music, dance, and exercise. The various activities will include different forms of dance (examples: social dances, line, swing, disco, zumba, hip hop), yoga, pilates, and several other aerobic fitness exercises. This class may only be taken one time during your high school career.
Careers related to this course:
Dance Instructor, Yoga/Pilates Instructor, Musician, Professional Dancer, Community Education Director/Coordinator
PHYSICAL EDUCATION – STRENGTH AND FITNESS
No. 1831 | Course Credit: .5 (each quarter) | Grade Level: 9 - 12
We will focus on activities that will improve muscular strength, aerobic and anaerobic fitness, and overall health. Activities may include keeping a workout/diet log during the nine weeks. Students will work hard. This class can be taken more than once. Students in 9th grade may take no more than two quarters of Strength & Fitness, 10th - 12th grades can take up to four times a year.
Careers related to this course:
Personal Trainer, Athletic Trainer, Physical Education Teacher, Professional Athlete, Bodybuilder, Influencer