PHE - Langley Fundamental Middle & Secondary

Physical Health Education

GENERAL INFORMATION

Gym strip and equipment requirements:
- T-shirt (has sleeves, is long enough, no scoop or low necklines, no tank tops)
- Shorts (no denim, no belt loops) or sweatpants
- Running shoes (that provide support) and are tied up – no skate shoes
- NO HATS!!
- Duo-tang suitable for inserts
Clothing used in PE classes should not be worn to other classes.
A medical note from a physician must be obtained for any medical absences from PE over 3 periods. A note from home is required for medical reasons less than 3 periods.
Marks are based on the demonstration and application of the Curricular Competencies (CC) for the course. Meeting the CC’s will depend upon levels of participation, attitude, effort and upon tests, fitness, and skill improvement.

PHYSICAL HEALTH EDUCATION 9 – Co-ed

Prerequisite: PHE 8

Grade 9 PHE is an extension of PHE 8. Every student has opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in the following areas:

Develop anaerobic and aerobic fitness, skills and knowledge in the activities taught.
Develop an interest in and appreciation for physical fitness.
Develop leadership skills.

The course offers team games such as volleyball, football, basketball, lacrosse, soccer and individual “non-team” sports such as dance, badminton, and track and field.

Theory and classroom work will be implemented to support the new curriculum component of Healthy Living. Topics such as nutrition, goal setting, mental health, physical health, and sexual health will be explored and evaluated. This assessment will be incorporated into the students’ PHE mark.

PHYSICAL HEALTH EDUCATION 10 – Co-ed

Prerequisite: PHE 9

As PHE 10 is the last year of compulsory Physical Health Education, the PHE Staff expects the students to:

Develop anaerobic and aerobic fitness, skills and knowledge in the activities taught.
Develop an interest in and appreciation for physical fitness to increase student’s chances of being active throughout their lives.
Develop leadership skills.

The course offers team games such as volleyball, football, basketball, lacrosse, soccer and individual “non-team” sports such as dance, badminton, and track and field.

ACTIVE LIVING 11/12 – Healthy Living for Women

Prerequisite: PHE 10 for PE 11; PE 11 for PE 12 and teacher recommendation

This elective course, meeting all learning outcomes for PE 11/12, is designed for girls. The emphasis is on lifetime attitudes towards fitness and healthy living with participatory skills stressed. Part of the course will involve trips to various community resource facilities. There is a cost to participate in this class.

Course content of PE11/12 (Healthy Living for Women) consists of the following:

Individual Fitness (i.e., Zumba, Dance, etc.)
Dual Sports (Minor Games, Badminton, Tennis, etc.)
Team Games (Basketball, Volleyball, Flag Football, Minor Games, etc.)
Racquet Sports (Badminton, Pickle Ball, Table Tennis, etc.)
Health Topics
Weekly Field Trips (Cross-fit, Spin, Biking, Curling, Skating, etc.)
Possible Athletic Department Service Hours

ACTIVE LIVING 11/12 – Healthy Living for Males

Prerequisite: PHE 10 for PE 11; PE 11 for PE 12 or permission from teacher

This elective course, meeting all learning outcomes for PE 11/12, is designed for boys only.

The emphasis is on lifetime attitudes towards fitness and healthy living with participatory skills stressed. Students must complete 15 hours of athletic department service hours for full credit in this course. Part of the course will involve trips to various community resource facilities. There is a cost to participate in this class.

Course content of PE 11 and PE 12 consists of the following:

Individual and dual activities (Archery, Badminton, Track & Field, etc.)
Team games (Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Rugby)
Weekly Field Trips (Intro to Weight Training, Curling, Ice hockey, Golf, etc.)
Fitness
Possible Athletic Department Service Hours