Physical Education                  Grade 9-12, Credit .25 per year totalling 1 credit

The aim of physical education is to contribute to the optimal growth of each individual through participation in various physical activities.  The curriculum consists of dual, individual, and team sports designed around the students’ ability levels.  Progressive development of skill and improved attitudes towards participation in physical activity are major goals.  The student will take several required activities throughout their 4 year experience.



Health Education                         Grade 9-12, Credit .25 per year totalling 1 credit

Health Education emphasis is on understanding the importance of good health and the factors that enter into acquiring it, with particular emphasis placed on the concerns of adolescents.  The curriculum includes topics in the areas of mental/emotional health, substance abuse, AIDS education, nutrition, personal health, disease prevention and control, family life and sexuality, consumer health, environmental health, safety and accident prevention.  Sound knowledge and decision-making skills related to one’s health are the ultimate goals.