Developing the Whole Person
The program gives each student the opportunity to explore and investigate several different activities and sports, from team to individual sports. In doing this, many other positive situations occur. Growth in a wide range of areas contribute socially, emotionally, physically, and mentally to help develop the whole person.
We encourage students to develop and maintain a high level of physical fitness, to look and feel better and to participate successfully in various activities. The program will build and raise skill level, self esteem and confidence to try and enjoy new activities and sports in a healthy and positive environment.
Physical Education Courses
6th Grade
6th Indoor PE: The physical education program strives to develop skill, participation, good sportsmanship, and a greater knowledge of the various activities and sports. Many activities are offered, from team sports to individual sports that develop skills for play during leisure time, and activities that have a carry over value to adult life. Growth in a wide range of areas contributes socially, emotionally, physically and mentally to help develop the whole person.
6th Outdoor PE: Physical fitness, skill development, and gross motor movement games are the focus of sixth grade physical education. For outdoor physical education such activities could include but are not limited to speedball, scoops, football and soccer based activities, as well as activities and games developing foot and hand eye coordination and incorporating various types of athletic equipment. Fitness activities will include trail running, track running, form running, interval training, and ladder and agility training.
7th Grade
7th Indoor PE: The physical education program continues to develop skill, participation, good sportsmanship and a greater knowledge of the various activities and sports. Many activities are offered, from team sports that develop skills for play during leisure time, and activities that have a carry over value to adult life. The health curriculum offers the students information on strategies to become health literate in the areas of fitness and nutrition. Growth in a wide range of areas contributes socially, emotionally, physically and mentally to help develop the whole person.
7th Outdoor PE: Team sports and fitness are the focus of seventh grade physical education. Fitness activities will include trail and track running, form running, interval training, and ladder and agility training. Students will also incorporate game strategies into team activities that could include but are not limited to softball, soccer, flag football, field hockey, lacrosse, and rugby. Practical game application of rules and skills is emphasized. Active student participation is essential.
8th Grade
8th Competitive Individual and Team Sports: This course is designed to introduce students to more advanced skills, movements, and strategies necessary to participate in a variety of activities at a more competitive level. Students in this course will be expected to demonstrate sportsmanship, teamwork, and physical movement with skills similar to that of a competitive team environment.
8th Physical Education: The physical education program continues to develop skill, participation, good sportsmanship and a greater knowledge of the various activities and sports. Many activities are offered, from team sports that develop skills for play during leisure time, and activities that have a carryover value to adult life. The health curriculum offers the students information on strategies to become health literate in the areas of fitness and nutrition. Growth in a wide range of areas contributes socially, emotionally, physically and mentally to help develop the whole person.
8th Recreational PE: Students will learn the basic skills, movements, and strategies necessary to participate in a variety of individual and team activities in a recreational format, while focusing on sportsmanship, collaboration, and physical activity for fun.
8th Strength and Conditioning: This course will focus on increasing endurance, strength, agility, and flexibility. This is a great course for students who want to get in shape or stay on top of their game. It may include cardiovascular activities, circuit training, and stretching and strengthening techniques.