Courses offered in the Curriculum Guide

Physical Education (1/2 credit per year)

The High School Physical Education Program offers students a wide variety of activities ranging from competitive team games such as soccer to individual activities such as tennis or weight training. In addition, adventure based activities designed to build problem-solving skills and cooperation will be introduced. Some activities will be held in a coeducational setting.

Physical Education classes will be assigned to each student for the entire school year. Classes will be 80 minutes long and meet every four days. The assignment will be divided into a fall semester and a spring semester and will be considered separately for grading and credit purposes. Each semester will be worth 1/4 credit. Students need a total of two credits to graduate.

Adaptive Programs (1/2 credit per year)

Those students who have some type of medical disability, either short or long term, must still complete their Physical Education requirement. An alternative program can be designed to accommodate that student's abilities and may range from written work to more moderate physical activity.

Sports in America (1 Credit)

This is a one credit elective offered in the spring semester. Topics include sports issues and history that reflect the values and ethics of 20th century America. Students must complete two position papers, a biography project, a book report, and contribute to the newspaper published by the class for the student body and staff. The newspaper centers on high school sports but includes articles about professional, college and local sports news as well. Students also create a sports news program that is videotaped, watch sports videos, discuss modern day sports issues and take a field trip. If you have any other questions about the course please see Mr. Sturges.