Physical Education

Only one physical education credit is required to graduate, however students can continue to take physical education courses as electives throughout their high school career.

 

PPL10F/PPL10M, Healthy Active Living Education, Grade 9, Open

This course emphasizes students' daily participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that promote lifelong healthy living. Students will learn movement techniques and principles, ways to improve personal fitness and physical competence, and safety/injury-prevention strategies. They will investigate issues related to healthy sexuality and the use and abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs and will participate in activities designed to develop goal-setting, communication, and social skills.

 

PPL2OF/ PPL2OM Healthy Active Living Open

This course emphasizes regular participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that promote lifelong healthy active living. Student learning will include the application of movement principles to refine skills; participation in a variety of activities that enhance personal competence, fitness, and health; examination of issues related to healthy sexuality, healthy eating, substance use and abuse; and the use of informed decision, conflict resolution, and social skills in making personal choices.

 

PPL30F / PPL3OM Health & Physical Education

This course focuses on the development of a healthy lifestyle and participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that have the potential to engage students' interest throughout their lives. Students will be encouraged to develop personal competence in a variety of movement skills and will be giving opportunities to practice goal-setting, desicion-making, social, and interpersonal skills. Students will also study the components of healthy relationships, reproductive health, mental health, and personal safety.

 

PSE4U Exercise Science

This course focuses on the study of human movement and of systems, factors, and principles involved in human development. Students will learn about the effects of physical activity on health and performance, the evaluation of physical activity and sports, and the factors that influence an individuals's participation on physical activity. The course prepares students for university programs in physical education, kinsiology, recreation, and sports administration.

 

PLF4C Recreation and Fitness Leadership

Approved application is required. This course focuses on the development of leadership and coordination skills related to recreational activities. Students will acquire the knowledge and skills required to plan, organize, and implement recreational events. They will also learn how to promote the value of physical fitness, personal well-being, and personal safety to others through mentoring. The course will prepare students for college programs in recreational, leisure, and fitness leadership.

 

PPL4O Healthy Active Living Education

This course focuses on the development of a personalized approach to healthy active living through participation in a variety of sports and recreational activities that have the potential to engage students' interest throughout their lives. Students will develop the implement personal physical fitness plans. In addition, they will be given opportunities to refine their decision-making, conflict-resolution, and interpersonal skills, with a view to enhancing their mental health and their relationships with others.