Physical Education

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 

Grades: 9-12

Credits: 3-3.75

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Prior Year Level

The physical education four-course series consist of experiential courses as well as an elective program offering that progressively develop well-rounded citizens through participation in physical activities.  Presented in four-week segments, these activities reflect the need and preferences of the students that they serve. Course credit is dependent upon the amount of days per week class is scheduled. The programs offered include: 

Aerobics Soccer

Badminton Softball/WIffleBall

Basketball Speedball

Floor Hockey Team Handball

Frisbee Golf Tennis

Football Track/Field

Handball Ultimate Frisbee

Indoor Games Volleyball

Outdoor Games Weight Lifting

Nitroball Wellness

Pickleball Lifetime Games

Assessment of students according to departmental standards is based on knowledge, skill, preparation, participation, and evaluation. Specifically, every student who successfully completes each physical education course is expected to have developed appropriate age-level mastery and proficiency and demonstrated an ability to: Relate good mind and body conditioning to a healthy diet and daily exercise; Construct a personal fitness program; Perform satisfactorily on the President’s Challenge physical fitness testing; Participate in lifetime leisure sport activities; Exhibit sportsmanship, skill appreciation and good audience behavior; Function within a group as a useful member of a democratic society.

Students in 9th and 11th grade Physical Education classes will be assigned to Health for one marking period. Students in 10th grade will be assigned to Driver Education Theory for one marking period. Students in 12th grade will be assigned one marking period of a certified first aid course.

NINTH GRADE HEALTH 

Credits: 1-1.25

This course provides students with a unified basic health program that fosters the concept that health is a most prized possession and an integral part of every phase of life. Students acquire knowledge that their level of health affects their ability to learn, to live and to relate to others.

TENTH GRADE DRIVER EDUCATION THEORY 

Credits:  1-1.25

Driver Education Theory is the first segment of driver education. This course is only offered to 10th grade students. Tenth grade students will be assigned into the course by date of birth and then alphabetical if necessary for placement purposes. In order for students to be able to pass the classroom instruction, they must get a grade of 63 or better. They must also pass the state of New Jersey written driving test with a grade of 80% or better. After turning 16 and passing both driver classroom instruction and the N.J. State written driving test they are eligible to take a behind-the-wheel program. After passing the 32 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training, the student may be eligible for a 10% discount on insurance. A student must have a 70% or higher average in order to be eligible to take the State exam in class.

ELEVENTH GRADE HEALTH - HUMAN RELATIONSHIPS AND SEXUALITY 

Credits:  1-1.25

The purpose of Grade 11 health is for students to examine the physical, mental, social, and sexual aspects of human development and its impact on their overall health and well-being.  Students will explore various elements of adolescent development and examine how their behavior and that of others impacts their lives.  

TWELFTH GRADE HEALTH - FIRST AID 

Credits:  1-1.25

The purpose of this course is to provide students with a personal first aid education that will afford them the knowledge to handle minor daily occurrences. In addition, the skills necessary to administer lifesaving, emergency care until trained professionals arrive will be addressed in this certified course.