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Health & Phys. Ed.
Physical education and Health are State Requirements for graduation.



Course Listing
 Health, 810 Gr: 10 Trk: 2 Cr: 0.50
The purpose of the health program is to help the student make independent, informed decisions concerning her physical, mental, and social well-being. It encourages the student to discover her unique capability and responsibility for development of attitudes and patterns of behavior that will provide a full and satisfying life.

The health program continues to teach life lessons while utilizing “state-of-the-art” technology relating to physical and mental health, diseases, web site validity, safety, self-defense, nutrition, CPR, First Aid training, and drug abuse.

Each module is sustained by viewing a supportive documentary regarding specific diseases and abuses. Interactive lectures, role-play, group work, and critical thinking skills are an integral part of the curriculum taught daily in Christian faith.

 Physical Education, 801 Gr: 10 Trk: 2 Cr: 0.50
The physical education curriculum provides students with knowledge, skills, and attitudes to acquire physical fitness and lifetime skills necessary for maintaining optimal health. The department supports the philosophy and goals of the total school program by aiding in the development of Christian values through class instruction that stresses honesty, mutual respect, sportsmanship, and lifetime participation.



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Health & Phys. Ed. Faculty
  Patricia Biello
Department Head
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