9976/9979                                                                       PHYSICAL EDUCATION II

Semester, 0.5/1 credit

Prerequisite: None

 

In accordance with state law and the New Castle Community School Corporation, sophomore boys and girls are required to pass Physical Education II to graduate.  Emphasis will be on a personal commitment to lifetime activity and fitness for enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction.  This course provides students with opportunities to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness and increase their knowledge of fitness concepts. It includes at least three different movement forms without repeating those offered in Physical Education I.  Movement forms may include: (1) health-related fitness activities (cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and strength, flexibility, and body composition), (2) aerobic exercise, (3) team sports, (4) individual and dual sports, (6) outdoor pursuits, (7) self-defense, (8) dance, and (9) recreational games.  Ongoing assessment includes both written and performance-based skill evaluations.  This course will also include a discussion of related careers.

 

Students will take physical education five days a week for one semester in order to fulfill their graduation requirements., Academic Honors Diplomas, and Core 40 requirements.  There will be a towel, lock fee, and folder charge for this class.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION II

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