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.