Foundations of Physical Education

 Lower Dauphin School District

Curriculum Guide

Course Title: Foundations of Physical Education

Subject: Health & Physical Education

Grade Level(s): 9

Synopsis of Curriculum

In this course, students will participate in team & individual sports as well as a concentration of classes in physical fitness to give the student the foundation of the high school physical education curriculum. This course will also have a health education component.

 

Units of Study Titles

Introduction of Team Sports-Football, Softball, Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, Floor Hockey, Lacrosse

Introduction of Individual Sports-Tennis, Golf, Archery, Pickleball, Badminton, Table Tennis, Bowling, Weight Training, Cardio Room

Introduction of Fitness for Life Activities-Fitness Testing (Push-up, Curl-up, Mile Run), Weight Training, Cardio Room Fitness

Health- Mental Health, Wellness, Stress, Decision Making, Goal Setting, Self-Esteem, Unhealthy Relationships, Cyber Bullying, Drugs & Addiction