Physical Education

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Course Title: Core Physical Education 1

Course Number: 0602/0603

Grade Level: 9^th Grade

Elective/Required: Required

Length/Credits: One year/10 credits

Course Description:

Core Physical Education 1 is a coeducational class designed to meet the goals and objectives of the California Content Standards for Physical Education. This course is organized into five components that include exercise science, cardiovascular fitness training, lifetime activities, rhythm and movement instruction, and strength improvement. Students will participate in a variety of activities that will provide the forum for personal development, motor skill development, and social development.

Course Title: Integrated Core Physical Education 1 (GW Athletes)

Course Number: 0641/0642

Grade Level: 9^th Grade

Elective/Required: Required

Length/Credits: One year/10 credits

Course Description:

Integrated Core Physical Education is a co-educational class designed to meet the goals and objectives of the California Content Standards for Physical Education. The course is designed for freshman students who plan to compete in interscholastic athletics at Golden West High School. Curriculum integrates weight lifting, plyometrics, speed and agility work, and cardiovascular training.

Course Title: Core Physical Education 2 (Competitive Games)

Course Number: 0609/0610

Grade Level: 10- 12

Elective/Required: Required

Length/Credits: One year/ 10 credits

Course Description:

P.E. 2 is a co-educational class for 10^th, 11^th and 12^th graders, offered as part of the two year physical education graduation requirement. Students will be introduced to games emphasizing team sports and physical fitness concepts. Sports such as football, ultimate frisbee, basketball, soccer (indoor and outdoor), volleyball, badminton and softball will be offered. Curriculum will include discussion of fitness components and participation in fitness activities that promote personal improvement and life-long wellness.

Course Title: Integrated Core Physical Education 2 (Weights)

Course Number: 0643/0644

Grade Level: 10-12

Length/Credits: One year/10 credits

Course Description:

Integrated Core PE 2 is a 10-12 grade co-educational class designed to meet the goals and objectives of the California Content Standards for Physical Education. Curriculum integrates weight lifting, interval training, speed and agility work, plyometrics, and cardiovascular activities designed to maximize physical fitness.

Course Title: Weight Training (GW Athletes)

Course Number: 0626/0627

Grade Level: 10 - 12

Elective/Required: Elective

Length/Credits: One year/10 credits

Course Description: Weight training is a coeducational class open to Golden West athletes competing in a sport on campus. Student athletes in this course will participate in speed, strength, and agility activities designed to maximize physical fitness and sport performance.