Health / P.E. Department

The major objective of the Health and Physical Education Department is to promote lifelong fitness through participation in recreational sports and fitness activities, and to teach students to make mature, responsible decisions concerning their physical well-being. Student participation and self-improvement are emphasized in all physical education classes. Practice and performance skills are emphasized.

Students are made aware of social pressures and /or peer pressure as it relates to human sexuality and the use, or misuse, of harmful substances in our society. Students are taught conflict resolution techniques and other important coping skills. Emphasis on positive decision-making strategies is evident in all content areas so mature responsible choices can be made concerning these social issues.

Students also have the opportunity to participate in pre- and post- physical fitness tests to measure their fitness level with national standards.

One semester of Health Education is required for graduation. Most students complete this requirement in grade 9. Two semesters of Physical Education (Physical Education I and Physical Education II) are required for graduation. Most students complete Physical Education I of this requirement in grade 9.