Students must take and pass 1.5 credits of P.E. & Health over a 3-4 year period to meet graduation requirements. If a student takes a full year of P.E. as a sophomore, only .5 credits will count towards the required 1.5. The other .5 will count as an elective credit above the 1.5 required.
Students cannot enroll in same class twice, (for graduation requirement) except for Lumberjack Strength. Students who wish to take Lumberjack Strength a second time must get instructor approval prior to registration. Students may repeat any class once their graduation credits have been earned.
Leading an active lifestyle is important for your overall health and wellness. Our Physical Education Department has a wide range of courses that will help you be consistently active. Whether you are high-flying and adventurous, sports oriented, or prefer a more self-directed experience, we have classes that suit you!
People in the Health Sciences area will find ample opportunity for employment. Job opportunities include:
Medical Researcher, Dentist, Doctor, Therapist, Psychiatrist, Medical Technologist, Ultrasound Technologist, Dental Hygienists, Medical Records Technician, Radiological Technologist, Licensed practical Nurse, Emergency Medical Technician, Surgical Technologist and Registered Nurse.
People interested in Athletic Training and Physical Education may enjoy these job opportunities: Athletic Trainer, Physical Education Teacher, Occupational Therapist/Assistant, Physical Therapist/Assistant, Recreational Therapist, Coaching and Officiating.
9th GRADE HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Course:
PE 9: 121641/221641
Health: 121691/221691 Credit: 1.0 Length: Year Year Taken: 9
Prerequisite: None Fee: None
Content: This is a required course for freshmen. Students will spend one semester in Physical Education and the other semester in Health Education.
Health 9 This course helps students to develop the knowledge and skills that are essential in making healthy decisions that allow them to stay active, safe and informed. You will learn about the components of a healthy lifestyle and learn strategies for making healthy choices. By the end of the semester students will have had time to gain knowledge on being their healthiest self and lessons to practice the following essential skills for life-long health:
· Goal Setting
· Decision Making
· Accessing Information
· Analyzing Influences
· Interpersonal Communication
· Self-Management
· Advocacy
Physical Education 9 (PE 9) This course is designed to build a foundation of knowledge and skills that prepare students to engage in active and healthy lifestyles. The P.E. curriculum will include, but is not limited to activities that focus on the Five Components of Fitness, FITT Principle, team sports, cooperative games, fitness basics, resistance training and indoor and outdoor activities.
Freshmen who do not meet minimum standards in either semester will need to repeat that semester.
FALL (Outdoor Ropes) ADVENTURE BASED ACTIVITIES
Course: 121981 Credit: .50 Length: Semester 1 Year Taken: 11-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 1.0 PE credit Fee: None
Do you enjoy excitement and activities like zip-lining and rock climbing? If so, this class is for you! Even if high-adventure sports aren't your primary interest, this course remains an excellent elective choice because you will:
· Gain valuable leadership skills.
· Become an essential part of a team.
· Learn essential skills like belay methods.
This class focuses on improving self-confidence and developing and applying interpersonal skills through team-building and cooperative activities. Students will learn through a progression of initiatives, cooperative activities, and challenges on our High Ropes Course. All students will acquire skills that will serve them well when interacting with others.
Our outdoor course has the following high elements:
· Catwalk
· Climbing wall
· Giant Swing
· Heebie Jeebies
· Pamper Pole
· Team Beams
· Zip Line
*** Fall and Spring Adventure can be taken once each for graduation credit. .
SPRING (Indoor Ropes) ADVENTURE BASED ACTIVITIES
Course: 221981 Credit: .50 Length: Semester 2 Year Taken: 11-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 1.0 PE credit Fee: None
Do you like excitement and things like zip-lining and rock climbing? If so, this class is for you. If those things don’t interest you, this can still be a good choice for your PE elective. All students will learn multiple belay methods and skills that will serve them well when interacting with others.
This class focuses on improving self-confidence using team building activities with participation in a graduated series of problem solving challenge activities. Students will learn through initiative activities, cooperative games, and an adventure based high ropes course.
Our indoor course has the following high elements.
· Climbing wall with overhang
· Two Line Bridge (Pods)
· Dangle Duo (Giant Ladder)
· Cargo Net (with circus and firecracker ladders)
· Swinging Beam
· Leap of Faith (Indoor Pamper Pole)
· Giant Swing
· Flying Squirrel
*** Spring and Fall Adventure can be taken once each for graduation credit.
INVASION GAMES
Course: 121861/221861 Credit: .50 Length: Semester 1 or 2 Year Taken: 10-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of PE 9 Fee: None
This course will focus on invasion type team sports such as flag football, lacrosse, basketball, soccer, korfball, ultimate frisbee, speedball and floor hockey with an emphasis on game strategies and skills needed to be competitive in each sport. Skills and knowledge will be assessed throughout each unit and fitness activities will also be a part of this course. The course is designed for students who want to improve their game skills and have the opportunity to play those games in a cooperative and competitive setting.
LIFETIME ACTIVITIES
Course: 121881/221881 Credit: .50 Length: Semester 1 or 2 Year Taken: 10-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of PE 9 Fee: $15.00
This dynamic, hands-on course is designed to create unique opportunities and promote lifelong wellness through a wide range of activities.
Recreational Sports: Instruction and practice in fundamental skills for golf, disc golf, and archery.
Outdoor & Adventure: Engaging in seasonal, all-weather activities such as hiking and biking; emphasizing safe and responsible outdoor participation.
Fitness & Training: Utilizing principles of personal fitness, including resistance training to build strength, endurance, and overall physical conditioning.
Mind-Body Wellness: Exploring practices like yoga to improve flexibility, balance, and mental well-being.
Personal Safety: Developing practical skills through self-defense training.
Many activities will be conducted outdoors throughout all seasons of the school year. Possible field trips may be utilized to provide unique learning opportunities in activities such as bowling, ice skating, snowshoeing/cross country skiing, yoga, and hiking.
NET & PARTNER GAMES
Course: 121871/221871 Credit: .50 Length: Semester 1 or 2 Year Taken: 10-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of PE 9 Fee: None
This course will focus on barrier net games such as tennis, pickleball, badminton, eclipseball, nitroball and volleyball with an emphasis on learning court diagrams, game strategies, game rules and skills needed to be competitive in each sport. Skills and knowledge will be assessed throughout each unit and fitness activities will also be a part of this course. The course is designed for students who want to improve their game skills and have the opportunity to play those games in a cooperative and competitive setting.
RELAXATION TECHNIQUES
Course: 121961/221961 Credit: .50 Length: Semester Year Taken: 11-12
Prerequisite: None Fee: None
This course is designed to slow you down in this fast-paced society. We will focus on stress management and breathing techniques used for relaxation. Some specific areas of focus include communication skills, time management, goal-setting, exercise, nutrition, and yoga. Students will be able to identify personal stress patterns and help alter the negative aspect of these patterns. This class teaches you how to take time for yourself which is a critical part of a healthy lifestyle.
STUDENT INSTRUCTOR SEMINAR (Teaching Assistant “T.A”)
Course: 121901/221901 Credit: .25 Length: Semester 1 or 2 Year Taken: 11-12
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior and PE staff written approval. Fee: None
Students who wish to assist in the P.E Department can take this course.. Students with good technique and knowledge will assist teachers in the instruction of other students. Student instructors will aid in giving individual attention needed by many students. Student instructors will also assist teachers in daily procedures such as set up and take down, recording and organizing equipment. General credit is earned in this course but does not count toward P.E. graduation requirements.
SPORTS OFFICIATING
Course: 121971 Credit: .50 Length: Semester 1 Year Taken: 10-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of PE 9 Fee: None
This course provides students with the foundational knowledge and skills needed to officiate a variety of sports at the youth and high school levels. Students will study the rules, mechanics, and responsibilities of officials in potential sports such as, but not limited to: football, volleyball, soccer, basketball, and baseball/softball. Emphasis will be placed on developing confidence in decision-making, communication with players and coaches, and understanding the role officials play in promoting fair play and sportsmanship.
Through classroom instruction, film review, and on-court/field practice, students will learn basic officiating signals, positioning, and game management strategies. Guest speakers and potential shadowing opportunities with certified officials may also be included.
By the end of the course, students will have a strong foundation in multi-sport officiating and an understanding of pathways toward certification, providing them with skills that can lead to part-time employment, leadership opportunities, and lifelong involvement in sports.
Potential WIAA certification at no cost.
FOUNDATIONS OF FITNESS
(this class is for students who do not participate in extracurricular school sports.)
Course: 121921/221921 Credit: .50 Length: Semester 1 or 2 Year Taken: 10-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of PE 9 Fee: None
This course will provide students who DO NOT participate in school sponsored sports with the opportunity to experience a daily weight training and conditioning program. The course will focus on activities that improve the 5 Components of Fitness: Muscular Strength, Muscular Endurance, Cardiovascular Endurance, Flexibility and Body Composition. This class will enhance the student’s individual fitness level as it relates to their daily activities.
FITNESS FUNDAMENTALS (BLENDED DELIVERY)
Course: 121991/221991 Credit: .50 Length: Semester 1 or 2 Year Taken: 11-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of PE 9 Fee: None
This course is blended and designed to provide students with the basic skills and information needed to begin a personalized exercise program and maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. Students participate in pre and post-fitness assessments in which they measure and analyze their own levels of fitness based on the five components of physical fitness: muscular strength, endurance, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, and body composition. In this course, students research the benefits of physical activity, as well as the techniques, principles, and guidelines of exercise to keep them safe and healthy. Throughout this course, students participate in weekly fitness programs involving elements of cardio, strength, endurance, and flexibility.
Note: The course content for this class is blended. Students will attend class 2 days each week and complete the remainder of the curriculum in an online environment. Additional F2F sessions may be scheduled as needed.
*Only 11th or 12th grade with special circumstances as discussed with DC and the student’s counselor.
*Blended PE can only be taken for .5 one time towards graduation credit.
If the student has a C or below, they must meet with the instructor more than once a week.
LUMBERJACK STRENGTH
(this class is for students who participate in school sponsored sports.)
Course: 121911/221911 Credit: .50 Length: Semester 1 or 2 Year Taken: 10-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of PE 9 Fee: None
Content: This course will provide students who DO participate in school sponsored sports to experience a daily, high level weight training and conditioning program. Emphasis within the class will be placed on agility, flexibility, nutrition, strength, anaerobic/aerobic conditioning, acceleration, speed and explosive power. The class is open to student/athletes who wish to enhance their individual fitness level as it relates to their daily activities. Each student in partnership with the instructor will design a program that will enable them to maximize their level of performance.
This class may be taken twice for credit but requires instructor approval prior to registration.
YOUNG ADULT MEDICINE
Course: 121891/221891 Credit: .50 Length: Semester 1 or 2 Year Taken: 10-12
Prerequisite: Health 9 and teacher consent. Fee: $5.00 CPR
This is a course in the Health Science Cluster from the Wisconsin Career Clusters. It includes health-related presentations from local physicians and health professionals. Students will become familiar with what constitutes good health and the delivery of health care. Possible areas to be included: pediatrics, family practice, psychiatry, orthopedics, pathology, O.B., dermatology, radiology and the hospital experience. CPR Pro certification, an introduction to sports medicine field trips may also be included as part of the total curriculum for this class.