Physical Education

Department Chairperson

Pete Friedman

(631)874-1627

pfriedman@wfsd.k12.ny.us

Students must earn 2 credits in Physical Education in high school to earn a high school diploma. A half credit is granted for a full year of Physical Education scheduled every other day. Activity units, including but not limited to those listed below, may be required or elected, and range in length from 5 to 10 weeks. Written and performance tests may be required in all instructional units. Grades will be numerical and will be based on participation, performance and knowledge testing. A final grade will be computed by averaging the grades for each marking period. A minimum final average of 65 must be attained to receive credit for the year.

Students with restrictions (temporary or permanent) which limit full participation in the regular activity program may earn credit in one of the following ways:

audit the regularly scheduled class*
reschedule into a modified class which provides activity within the specified limitations*
complete written assignments relevant to program content*

*By Special Permission Only

Physical Education Courses:

Traditional Physical Education (BOYS)

Full Year - 1/2 Credit

Grades 9-12 (Course #1100)

*Semester (Course #1111) by SPECIAL PERMISSION ONLY

This program exposes students to a wide variety of suitable activities. Some of the activities include:

Aerobics

Group Games

Table Tennis

Adventure Activities

Handball

Team Handball

Badminton

NYS Physical Fitness Test

Tennis

Basketball

Soccer

Track and Field

Bowling

Softball

Volleyball

Flag or Touch Football

Speedball

Walking Wellness

Golf

Spasketball

Weight Training

Each of the individual activities offered will depend upon variables such as staff, class size, and facilities.

Traditional Physical Education (GIRLS)

Full Year - 1/2 Credit

Grades 9-12 (Course #1105)

*Semester (Course #1112) by SPECIAL PERMISSION ONLY

This program is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to experience Team Sports. The Traditional Activities include:

Badminton

Group Games

Softball

Basketball

Hockey

Ultimate Frisbee

Football

Pickle Ball

Volleyball

Traditional Physical Activity & Fitness Activities (GIRLS)

Full Year - 1/2 Credit

Grades 10-12 (Course #1105C)

This program is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to experience both Team Sports and Fitness Activities. In addition to the activities above, the Fitness Activities include:

Body Toning

Step Aerobics

Yoga

Core Training

Wellness Center Workouts

Zumba

Fitness Activities Only (GIRLS)

Full Year - 1/2 Credit

Grade 11 (Course #1105F)

This program is designed for the student who enjoys Fitness Activities rather than participation in Sports. This course promotes lifelong fitness activities. The student will be involved in Personal Fitness Assessment, Fitness Program Design, Evaluation Techniques as well as participation in:

Body Toning Program

Physioball

Wellness Center Workouts

Core Training

Power Walking

Yoga

Kick Boxing

Step Aerobics

Fitness Activities Only (BOYS)

Full Year - 1/2 Credit

Grades 10-12 (Course #1100F)

This program is designed for the student who enjoys Fitness Activities rather than participation in Sports. The student will be involved in Personal Fitness Assessment, Fitness Program Design, Evaluation Techniques, as well as participation in:

Agility & Speed Training

Flexibility

Weight Training

Core Training

Plyometrics

Cross Fit

Step Aerobics

Project Adventure (CO-ED)

Full Year - 1/2 Credit

Grades 10-12 (Course #1107)

For sophomores, juniors and seniors. This course involves innovative games and group problem-solving initiatives which encourage students to develop greater self-confidence, while at the same time acquiring a sense of trust and commitment to their classmates. Students will first participate in low element activities and then progress at their own pace, which will test their limits physically, mentally, and emotionally. Students will also be involved in other fitness and physical education activities. Please Note: Students must be enrolled in this class prior to end of 2nd quarter.