Physical Education

In Physical Education classes, students develop an understanding of the factors that contribute to developing and maintaining a balanced, healthy lifestyle and the importance of regular physical activity and safety considerations for self and others.

Students explore the following areas:

Movement Composition
Students recognize that movement can be linked together and refined to create a sequence of aesthetic movements.

Individual Pursuits
Students develop basic motor skills and their body’s capacity for movement through locomotor and manipulative skills, developing techniques and learning the rules and purpose of a range of athletic activities. Students learn to recognize a high level of achievement and how to improve their own performance.

Adventure Challenge
Students engage in a variety of tasks (both individual and group) to develop their physical and critical-thinking skills. Students work together collaboratively in order to solve problems and accomplish common goals.

Games
Students identify and develop appropriate skills and strategies when playing a variety of team games. Students modify existing games and create new ones.

Health-related Fitness
Students learn to recognize and appreciate the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.