HPE 9 is a required combined course consisting of health and Physical Education. By participating in a variety of physical challenges, lifetime sports, and individual activities, students learn the health benefits of maintaining physical fitness. All students are pre and post tested in the FitnessGram Fitness test. Sports included in the HPE 9 curriculum are football, volleyball, badminton, team handball, games unit, and tennis. Health instruction works in tandem with the goals of the Physical Education program providing information on nutrition, life skills training, injury prevention, CPR and first aid, Family Life Education, and personal fitness

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

HPE 10 is a required course for graduation. During the first semester, thirty-six hours of classroom instruction in Driver Education meets the state requirement for students who wish to pursue a Virginia Driver’s license. PE 10 emphasizes a more focused approach to the following sport activities of football, volleyball, badminton, basketball, tennis, and personal fitness. Students are again tested on the FitnessGram Fitness test which will help them to determine their personal fitness level during their 9th and 10th grade years. Some health education concepts are integrated into physical activities, while topics, such as mental and emotional health, consumer health, Family Life Education, and environmental health are part of the classroom experience. 

Road and Range is available for a fee of $175.00 per student. All students who plan to register for the in-car instruction must have obtained their learner’s permit and a certificate that indicates that they and a guardian have attended the Parent-Teen Safe Driving presentation required by the state of Virginia. This is a free 90-minute program offered by the high school four times during the school year.

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

The Athletic Conditioning 1 class is a rigorous interval training sequence with high-intensity exercises. It builds cardiovascular fitness while improving muscular strength and endurance. The class features aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of total body strength workout. The class allows each individual to start at their base and increase their strength and aerobic endurance throughout the year.

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: HPE 9

Athletic Conditioning 2 will provide students an opportunity to continue to engage in a HIIT program. Students will build upon their base knowledge of skills. Athletic Conditioning 2 will improve on their endurance, strength, and flexibility. Students will assess and maintain personal fitness logs or apps. They will also begin to monitor their heart rate to increase performance. As they work on their fitness, students additionally will place emphasis on their diet and nutrition.

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: Athletic Conditioning 1

This elective course is for students who have an interest in maintaining overall fitness and absolutely enjoyed HPE 9 & HPE 10. Students have the opportunity to develop an advanced level of proficiency in the following areas: personal fitness and conditioning, and outdoor recreational activities and sports. Indoor fitness and conditioning will be conducted both indoors and outdoors including, but not limited to, agility, strength, skill technique and endurance. The team aspect will include indoor/outdoor cooperative games and indoor/outdoor sports.

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: HPE 9 & HPE 10

Advanced Physical Education 2 places emphasis on why exercise and fitness are important; what one’s own fitness needs are; and how to attain and maintain personal fitness. Students will participate in individual and team sports throughout this course to help improve a student’s personal fitness.  Students have the opportunity to develop an advanced level of proficiency in the following areas: personal fitness, conditioning, outdoor recreational activities and sports. Indoor fitness and conditioning will be conducted both indoors and outdoors including, but not limited to, agility, strength, skill technique and endurance. The team aspect will include indoor/outdoor cooperative games and indoor/outdoor sports.

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: Advanced PE 1

This course provides opportunities for students to expand their interest and knowledge about the game of basketball. The program includes explanation of rules, fundamental skills, and offensive strategies, as well as, defensive fundamentals and tournament play.

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: HPE 9 and HPE 10

This course is designed to provide advanced opportunities for students to expand the knowledge about the game of basketball. The program will broaden knowledge of basketball rules and skills. This program will continue to work on offensive skills and defensive strategies. Fundamental rules of officiating will be introduced. Intense instruction concerning the coaching aspect of the game will be investigated. Students will also learn how to organize all types of tournaments.

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: Basketball 1

This course covers instruction in basic fundamental soccer essentials for team play. The course will include development in dribbling, passing, receiving, heading, shooting and throw-ins. These skills will be combined with conditioning activities to prepare for the physical demands of team sports and practiced through team play. Proper terminology and rules will be taught to develop a thorough understanding of soccer. Tests will be given to evaluate basic skills and knowledge through written exams and demonstrations.

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: HPE 9 and HPE 10

This course will review and continue to develop the skills and knowledge learned in Soccer 1. In addition, more complex skills will be introduced and applied through more competitive play. Game tactics are emphasized that require advanced skills, conditioning and knowledge. Students will be given proficiency tests based on skill as well as their knowledge of the tactical aspects of soccer through written exams and demonstrations.

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: Soccer 1

Students will study human anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, nutrition, and their relationship and application to conditioning and weight training. Students will also participate in and develop beginning weight training fundamental techniques on specific lifts for each muscle group.

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: HPE 9 and HPE 10

Students will assess individual fitness needs and goals and maintain a personal fitness program at the advanced level. Students will build upon basic skills and lifting techniques learned in Weight Training/Conditioning 1. Progress tracking will be emphasized so that a lifter can see their improvement.

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: Weight Training/Conditioning 1

This course is designed to provide students with and without disabilities the opportunity to experience all forms of sports activities in a modified, recreational, and less competitive environment.  With the emphasis on the opportunity for students of all abilities to participate together through ongoing educational and physical activities.  The course supports the development of student leadership skills and empowers students to foster an inclusive environment in a variety of recreational movement activities.  Students are instructed in specific modified sports and games activities that lead to the improved development of peer relationships, and transition to lifetime recreational activities for maintaining a healthy and physically active lifestyle. This concept encourages co-leadership opportunities amongst inclusive pairs/small groups to promote a deeper understanding of the strengths, cooperation, inclusivity and skills of all students.

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: Completion of HPE 9 & HPE 10 (Application Required)