Physical & Health Education - Cambria-Friesland School District

Note: A doctor’s excuse will be needed to be excused for any part of physical education or swimming requirements. No credit is granted for a doctor’s excuse. A student who has begun a semester in Physical Education class but is declared by a doctor to be medically excused (ME) shall continue to attend classes (without actively participating) unless permission is given by the instructor to go elsewhere. A student receiving an ME on their report card shall receive credit for Physical Education but does not earn a letter grade.

In accordance with Wisconsin State Statutes and Cambria-Friesland School District Policy 5460 regarding graduation requirements, students with junior or senior status who complete two full seasons of WIAA-sanctioned athletics are eligible to complete one-half credit in an elective mathematics, science, English, social studies or health education course in lieu of one-half credit of physical education for the purposes of high school graduation. The elective one-half credit may not be taken as an on-line course. Exemption Request Forms must be submitted to the Principal prior to the start of the quarter in which the student plans to apply for the exemption.

Physical Education 9

1 year (alternating days), ½ credit

Grade 9

PE 9 is designed for students to improve sport specific skills and strategy related to team and individual sports. Through the use of sports, students improve strength, endurance, agility, sportsmanship, teamwork, and gain an appreciation for physical activity. Units include fitness testing, flag football, soccer, eclipse ball, basketball, badminton, and pickle ball.

Team Sports

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Physical Education 9

1 semester, ½ credit

Grade 10-12

The emphasis with this course is on advanced skill development and team concepts such as sportsmanship, strategy, cooperation, and teamwork. A desire to work with others and accept differences are essential. Units include a variety of traditional and nontraditional sports that include but are not limited to basketball, flag football, soccer, floor hockey, and volleyball.

Individual & Dual Activities

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Physical Education 9

1 semester, ½ credit

Grades 10-12

This course offers a variety of activities meant to meet the needs of the individual. Through goal setting, self-awareness and skill improvement in individual and partner activities, students will develop their desire to pursue recreational activities. Units include, but are not limited to weight training, yoga, dance, pickle ball, and archery.

Active Lifestyle

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Physical Education 9

1 semester, ½ credit

Grades 10-12

This class will cover three dimensions of wellness-physical, emotional and social, through the introduction of activities that help to maintain physical well-being, increase social interaction and decrease stress. Projects and assignments may and will be given to reinforce learning. Students will make goals and keep a journal. A high level of self-motivation is necessary for success. Time will be split between the classroom, gym, weight room, and outdoors. This class may be individualized to meet student needs.

Health

REQUIRED

Prerequisite: Sophomore standing

1 semester, ½ credit

Grade 10

Health students will participate in self-inventories, and interactive experiences that reinforce positive health choices in all areas of daily life-physical, mental, and social. Students will be encouraged to take responsibility for their own health and make wellness a lifelong habit.