Health

 The Health Education Program provides students with a comprehensive study of various aspects of personal health and wellness. Units include decision-making process, emotional health, nutrition, fitness, sexual health, substance use and abuse, violence prevention, First Aid and CPR. Students are required to take one full year (two semesters) of Health courses, typically taken during 9th and 10th grades.

The Physical Education Program fosters an environment where all students are physically educated and participate in lifelong physical activity. Students have a variety of options to choose from to develop and enhance their personal fitness and wellness. All students are required to take one full year of Physical Education over the course of two semesters. During their sophomore year all students will participate in the state mandated Connecticut Physical Fitness Test within their Physical Education class.

The Physical Education Department offers the opportunity for students to make up PE classes every Monday in the Cardio Room from 2:15 until 2:45.

 


Course Selections

990_HEALTH 1
2.5 Points

This course examines the relationship that exists among physical, emotional, and social health. Students explore the decision making  process and learn how their decisions contribute to their personal health and lifelong wellness. Topics emphasized include, but are not limited to, emotional health, nutrition, fitness, substance use and abuse, sexual health, violence prevention, and responding to emergencies.

968_HEALTH 1
2.5 Points

This course examines the relationship that exists among physical, emotional, and social health. Students explore the decision making process and learn how their decisions contribute to their personal health and lifelong wellness. Topics emphasized include, but are not limited to, emotional health, nutrition, fitness, substance use and abuse, sexual health, violence prevention, and responding to emergencies. Students learn how decisions can promote health and enjoyment of life now and in the future. Administrative approval required.

991_HEALTH AND WELLNESS 2
2.5 Points

This course further examines topics covered in Health 1 in greater detail and depth. Studentsexplore personal decision making skills while reflecting on knowledge of the material. Content material emphasizes emotional health, nutrition, fitness, substance use and abuse, sexual health, violence prevention, First Aid and CPR.

982_HEALTH AND WELLNESS 2
2.5 Points

This course further examines topics covered in Health 1 in greater detail and depth. Students explore personal decision making skills while reflecting on knowledge of the material. Content material emphasizes emotional health, nutrition, fitness, substance use and abuse, sexual health, violence prevention, First Aid and CPR. Students learn to evaluate information to make wise lifestyle choices. Administrative approval required.

9831_SHELTERED HEALTH 1
2.5 Points

This course is designed for ELL students to develop English language skills through Health content and to meet the graduation requirements for Health Education. This course examines the relation-ship that exists among physical, emotional, and social health. Students explore the decision making process and learn how their decisions contribute to their personal health and lifelong wellness. Topics emphasized include, but are not limited to emotional health, nutrition, fitness, substance use and abuse, sexual health, violence prevention, and responding to emergencies.

9832_SHELTERED HEALTH 2
2.5 Points

This course is designed for ELL students to develop English language skills through Health content and to meet the graduation requirements for Health Education. This course further examines topics covered in Sheltered Health 1 in greater detail and advancement. Students explore personal decision-making skills while reflecting on knowledge of the material. Content material emphasizes emotional health, nutrition, fitness, substance use and abuse, sexual
health, violence prevention, First Aid and CPR.

983_HUMAN BEHAVIOR 1
2.5 Points

This course examines the principles of human behavior through guided group discussions. Major topics emphasize group behavior, team building, development of a positive self image, and conflict resolution/mediation. In addition, students explore various forms of self-destructive behavior.

984_HUMAN BEHAVIOR 2
2.5 Points

This course continues to examine the principles of human behavior through guided group discussions. Major topics emphasize gender roles, dating relationships, marriage, family life, human sexuality, pregnancy and death. The course also explores life philosophies in relationship to these topics.

901_PHYSICAL EDUCATION 9
2.5 Points

This course engages students by encouraging lifelong fitness. Activities offered in this course include, but are not limited to, soccer, touch football, volleyball, softball, floor hockey, basketball, tennis, badminton, cooperative games, and fitness. Students develop the skills and fitness level necessary to participate in the Connecticut Physical Fitness Test.

964_ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION
5 Points

This course develops and maintains general physical fitness levels through active participation in selected physical activities. The course provides an introduction of individual and team sports with an emphasis placed on skills acquisition and sportsmanship through competition. Students participate in individual and team competition. Administrative approval required.

934_TEAM SPORTS
2.5 Points

This course engages students who wish to participate in team sport activities. Students develop basic and intermediate skills and guidelines of each sport. Activities may include: touch football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, softball, floor hockey, and a variety of cooperative games.

935_LEISURE SPORTS
2.5 Points

This course engages students who wish to participate in a variety of individual or dual sports. Students develop basic and intermediate skills and guidelines of each sport. Activities may include: tennis, badminton, golf, handball, pickle-ball, archery, and table tennis.

936_FITNESS TRAINING
2.5 Points

This course engages students who wish to participate in a personal fitness program. The instructor develops personalized fitness programs for students based on individual goals. Fitness routines include resistance training and cardiovascular strength and endurance, utilizing both the weight room and fitness center.

9390_CARDIO FITNESS
2.5 Points

This course engages students who wish to improve their cardiovascular strength and endurance and participate in a personal fitness program. The instructor develops personalized fitness programs for students based on individual goals.

938_POWER WALKING
2.5 Points

This course engages students to develop an appreciation for lifelong fitness. The students are engaged in walking routines to challenge cardiovascular endurance. This course may include trips to area parks or trails.

9190_DANCE FORMS (SHS)
2.5 Points

This course engages students in movement concepts, tempos, and beats. Students develop an appreciation for the many different dance styles. Dance Forms include choreographing varied dance styles.

 

Faculty

Department Head:
Patricia Bradbury
203-977-4267
pbradbury@ci.stamford.ct.us


Teachers:
Jenna Bartolo
jbartolo@ci.stamford.ct.us

Sheena Carpenter
scarpenter@ci.stamford.ct.us

Richard Lacomis
rlacomis@ci.stamford.ct.us

Daniel Melzer
dmelzer@ci.stamford.ct.us

Mike Nazzaro
mnazzaro@ci.stamford.ct.us

Shari Paci
spaci@ci.stamford.ct.us

Todd Parness
tparness@ci.stamford.ct.us

JoAnn Perry
http://mailto:jperry@ci.stamford.ct.us

 

Athletic Director:
Peter Samperi
203-977-5753
psamperi@ci.stamford.ct.us

Boys Gym
203-977-4254

Girls Gym
203-977-2729