GRADE 8 COURSE

 

PHE: PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION 8

No prerequisite

This course addresses the concepts of physical literacy, healthy and active living, social and community health, and mental well- being.  An introduction to team and individual pursuits will be undertaken, with an emphasis on active participation and personal and social responsibility.  Students will also learn about the core components of fitness, as well as strategies to pursue healthy living goals.  Healthy Living sessions will address the short and long term consequence of health decisions, and will examine strategies related to mental well-being through a variety of topics.

 

GRADE 9/10 COURSES

 

PHE: PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION 9

Prerequisite: Physical and Health Education 8

This course builds upon the learning standards and “Big Ideas” of PHE 8.   Team sports and individual pursuits will be addressed at a higher level than in the grade 8 course, and new sports and activities will be introduced.  Again, the additional concepts of healthy and active living, social and community health, and mental well-being will be explored through the extension of previous topics, and the introduction of new ones.  Areas of evaluation include active participation, skill acquisition, fitness assessments, and classroom based evaluation.

 

PHE: PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION 10

Prerequisite: Physical and Health Education 9

In addition to team and individual pursuits, students will continue to explore and refine their understanding of the “Big Ideas” of PHE, as well as refine and enhance learning within the curricular competencies.  Additional topics in areas such as mental health, nutrition and CPR will be undertaken.  As with PHE 8 and 9, students are expected to demonstrate active participation, and continue to be ambassadors of Palmer P.R.I.D.E

 

PHE: PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION BASKETBALL 9

Prerequisite: Physical and Health Education 8 or 9, and a strong aptitude for basketball.

PHE 9 Basketball covers the 9 PHE curriculum from a basketball perspective with emphasis on the main fundamental motor skills required for basketball. The course is designed for the serious fan of basketball with a desire to learn about the game from a number of different perspectives. The course will isolate the important physical attributes for the sport and students will embark upon a program to improve these qualities. Students will learn about the rules of the game and will volunteer at home basketball games as referees and minor bench officials. Core curriculum topics such as mental health will still be covered in this course.

 

PHE: PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION BASKETBALL 10

Prerequisite: Physical and Health Education 8 or 9, and a strong aptitude for basketball.

PHE 10 Basketball covers the 10 PHE curriculum from a basketball perspective with emphasis on the main fundamental motor skills required for basketball. The course is designed for the serious fan of basketball with a desire to learn about the game from a number of different perspectives. The course will isolate the important physical attributes for the sport and students will embark upon a program to improve these qualities. Students will learn about the rules of the game and will volunteer at home basketball games as referees and minor bench officials. Core curriculum topics such as mental health will still be covered in this course.

 

GRADE 11/12 COURSES

 

PHE: ACTIVE LIVING 11 

Prerequisite: Physical and Health Education 10 

This course is an extension of PHE 10 with greater emphasis on activities that would encourage life time involvement of health and fitness. Student success is based upon active involvement and participation. In addition, Active Living 11 is designed to challenge the student’s knowledge of sporting activities and the physiological components involved in participating at a higher level. Students will be given the opportunity to participate in a number of chosen parent/student/guardian funded enrichment activities throughout the year. Options may include: bowling, sumo wrestling, rock climbing, go-carting, self- defense and snowing shoeing. The cost of these enrichment activities will be approximately $150.00. This fee will be required at the beginning of the course and can be paid through CashOnline.

 

PHE: PERSONAL FITNESS 11 

Prerequisite: Physical and Health Education 10

This course will provide students the opportunity to design and implement individual programs for personal fitness or sport specific conditioning. The course will be based out of the Weight Room, but will utilize additional facilities and equipment throughout the year. Strength training techniques will be examined in detail, as well as health and nutrition issues. Students will be expected to work independently towards achieving personal goals. If you require more information, please contact Mr. Strachan.

 

PHE: PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION BASKETBALL 11/12

Prerequisite: Physical and Health Education 10 and a strong aptitude for Basketball

PHE 11/12 Basketball covers the 11 and/or 12 PHE curriculum from a basketball perspective with emphasis on the main fundamental motor skills required for basketball. The course is designed for the serious fan of basketball with a desire to learn about the game from a number of different perspectives. The course will isolate the important physical attributes for the sport and students will embark upon a conditioning program to improve these qualities. Students will learn about the rules of the game and will volunteer at home basketball games as referees and minor bench officials. Students will also learn practical application of the care and prevention of common injuries associated with basketball and will assess and discuss common basketball issues through the use of video.

 

PHE:  SPORTS LEADERSHIP 11/12

Prerequisite: Teacher approval

This course will be a wonderful opportunity for students to experience working as a team to organize and run sport activities. Students will learn and develop leadership skills such as organization, communication, role modeling, collaboration and interpersonal abilities.

The hours required for this course will be completed outside of regular class hours and will primarily be involved with organizing and facilitating the lunch period sports program at Palmer.  Each week, throughout the entire year, there will be two lunch time sessions and one classroom session. Responsibilities include - selecting and promoting activities, writing up rules, game schedules and results, providing PA announcements, setting up/taking down equipment, running the scorer’s table, and refereeing games.

Final teacher approval will be necessary for students to be accepted into the class.

If you require more information, please contact Mr. Glover.

 

PHE: ACTIVE LIVING 12 

Prerequisite: Active Living 11 

This course builds upon Active Living 11 and further emphasizes lifetime activities, specialized academic study in sports and athletics, the development of healthy living and its application to daily life. Specifically, Active Living 12 will continue to give students opportunities to participate in a number of parent/student/guardian funded enrichment activities, throughout the school year. The cost of these enrichment activities will be approximately $150.00. This fee will be required at the beginning of the course and can be paid through CashOnline.  Active involvement and participation are mandatory.

 

PHE: PERSONAL FITNESS 12

Prerequisite:  Personal Fitness 11

This course is an extension of the concepts covered in Personal Fitness 11.   As with PF 11, students are required to function independently toward realizing their fitness goals.  Students will work with a higher skill set and expectation level than in Personal Fitness 11.  In addition, the course will provide an excellent foundation for those wishing to pursue a career or job options in the fitness industry, as well as strong basis for the life-long pursuit of fitness and healthy living.