Wellness and Electives

WELLNESS AND ELECTIVES
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Advanced Strength & Conditioning

This course will focus on developing the human body for athletic activities. This class is only for those individuals who are willing to put forth the maximum effort possible. There will be an emphasis on increasing muscular strength, muscular endurance, speed, flexibility, and body composition.

GRADE LEVEL: 10-12 (fulfills P.E. requirement) CREDIT: 0.33
FEES: $0 LENGTH: Trimester
PREREQUISITE: Lifetime fitness or teacher signature

Advanced Strength & Conditioning -- Zero-Hour

GRADE LEVEL: 10-12 (fulfills P.E. requirement) CREDIT: 0.33
FEES: $0 LENGTH: Trimester
PREREQUISITE: Lifetime fitness or teacher signature

Advanced Wellness

This course will focus on health related issues that directly affect our society. The topics covered will range from drug addictions and alcoholism to lifestyle choices and decisions.

GRADE LEVEL: 10-12 CREDIT: 0.33
FEES: $0 LENGTH: Trimester
PREREQUISITE: Intro to Wellness must be taken before this course

Adventure Education

This course will focus on the various elements of outdoor activities. The main components of the course will involve backcountry travel (skiing/snowboarding and snowshoeing), avalanche awareness, meal preparation, hiking, camping, outdoor survival, fly fishing, and rock climbing. The intentions of the course are to educate students on activities which are performed in the outdoors. Students will be expected to pay for certain trips and activities. The cost of all supplies and trips for each student will be roughly $100. The expense for the class should not discourage students from enrolling; arrangements will always be made to provide as many student as possible the opportunity to participate in this course.

GRADE LEVEL: 10-12 (fulfills P.E. requirement CREDIT: 0.33
FEES: See Course Description LENGTH: Trimester
PREREQUISITE: First Aid/CPR, Teacher Signature

Alternative Fitness

The focus of this course will be to provide students with alternative ways to improve personal fitness. The class will consist of various activities such as yoga, pilates, dance, and other non-traditional forms of fitness. The purpose of this class is to provide students with a different approach to becoming a more healthy and active person.

GRADE LEVEL: 10-12 (fulfills P.E. requirement) CREDIT: 0.33
FEES: $0 LENGTH: Trimester
PREREQUISITE:

First Aid/CPR Education

This course follows the guidelines for the American Red Cross Standard First Aid/CPR certification. This class will focus on life saving and response skills along with basic injury care and prevention. Upon completion of requirements, students will be certified in First Aid/CPR. Fees will be used for certification cards and supplies.

GRADE LEVEL: 9-12 CREDIT: 0.33
FEES: $20 LENGTH: Trimester
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Individual Activities

This course will focus on sports and games that involve an individual effort. The three main units of this class are archery, bowling, and golfing. Each unit will begin with an introduction to the activity and move on to development of skills, knowledge of rules and successful strategies. Fees will be used to cover cost of off- campus use of facilities.

GRADE LEVEL: 9-12 (fulfills P.E. requirement) CREDIT: 0.33
FEES: $60 LENGTH: Trimester
PREREQUISITE:

Introduction to Physical Education

This course is recommended for freshmen or before taking any other physical education course. The class introduces students to a variety of physical activities and games. The emphasis will be on game activities, fitness activities, and participation.

GRADE LEVEL: 9-12 (fulfills P.E. requirement) CREDIT: 0.33
FEES: $0 LENGTH: Trimester
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Introduction to Wellness

This course is recommended for sophomores. The class introduces student to the different components of leading a healthy and positive lifestyle. Students will develop and implement different types of wellness plans. This course is required for graduation.

GRADE LEVEL: 10-12 CREDIT: 0.33
FEES: $0 LENGTH: Trimester
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Lifetime Fitness

This course will focus on how to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. The purpose of this course is to educate students on how to implement a fitness program and control personal health in their daily lives. Students will spend part of their time in the classroom learning about fitness and human anatomy, and the other part applying that information to their bodies.

GRADE LEVEL: 10-12 (fulfills P.E. requirement) CREDIT: 0.33
FEES: $0 LENGTH: Trimester
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Study Skills

This course is designed to help students become more proficient in their abilities to study and become academically successful. This course will focus on the areas of note taking, reading textbooks, writing essays, taking tests, and making studying a more effective experience. This course is intended for students who struggle in these areas and need the extra support and guidance that it will provide.

GRADE LEVEL: 9-10 CREDIT: 0.33
FEES: $0 LENGTH: Trimester
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Team Activities

This course will focus on sports and games that involve the use of a team and individuals working together. Each activity will begin with an introduction to the activity and move on to development of skills, knowledge or rules and successful strategies. Fees will be used to cover off- campus use of facilities.

GRADE LEVEL: 9-12 (fulfills P.E. requirement) CREDIT: 0.33
FEES: $0 LENGTH: Trimester
PREREQUISITE:

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