CAREER INFORMATION :

PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION IS RECOMMENDED FOR TEACHER, PHYSIOTHERAPIST, PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE, COACH, DANCER, REFEREE, NURSE, MANAGER, RECREATION DIRECTOR, PHYSICAL FITNESS CONSULTANT (COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENT) , TEAM TRAINER, LIFE-GUARD, POOL MANAGER, PRIVATE SWIM INSTRUCTOR, CAMP DIRECTOR, WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR

PPL 1OV (Female)
PPL 1OU (Male)
HEALTHY ACTIVE LIVING EDUCATION
GRADE 9 - OPEN
1.0 CREDIT
This course emphasizes students' daily participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that promote lifelong healthy active living. Students will learn movement techniques and principles, ways to improve personal fitness and physical competence, and safety/injury-prevention strategies. They will investigate issues related to healthy sexuality and the abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs and will participate in activities designed to develop goal-setting, communication, and social skills.
PREREQUISITE : NONE

PPL 2OV (Female)
PPL 2OU (Male)
HEALTHY ACTIVE LIVING EDUCATION
GRADE 10 - OPEN
1 .0 CREDIT
This course emphasizes regular participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that promote lifelong healthy active living. Student learning will include the application of movement principles to refine skills; participation in a variety of activities that enhance personal competence, fitness, and health; examination of issues related to healthy sexuality, healthy eating, substance abuse; and the use of informed decision-making, conflict resolution, and social skills in making personal choices.
PREREQUISITE : NONE

Students may choose one of PPL 3OU / V OR PAF 3O1

PPL 3OV (Female)
PPL 3OU (Male)
HEALTHY ACTIVE LIVING
GRADE 11
1.0 CREDIT
This course focuses on the development of a healthy lifestyle and participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that have the potential to engage students' interest throughout their lives. Students will be encouraged to develop personal competence in a variety of movement skills and will be given opportunities to practice goal-setting, decision-making, social, and interpersonal skills. Students will also study the components of healthy relationships, reproductive health, mental health, and personal safety.
PREREQUISITE : NONE  

PAF 3O1
PERSONAL AND FITNESS ACTIVITIES
GRADE 11
1.0
CREDIT
This course utilizes Personal and Fitness Activities as the vehicle through which students will attain the expectations displayed in the Healthy active Living course.
PREREQUISITE : NONE

Students may choose all of the courses listed below.

PPL 4O1
HEALTHY ACTIVE LIVING
GRADE 12 - OPEN
1.0
CREDIT (course activity fee $90.00)
This course focuses on the development of a personalized approach to healthy active living through participation in a variety of sports and recreational activities that have the potential to engage students' interest throughout their lives. Students will develop and implement personal physical fitness plans. In addition, they will be given opportunities to refine their decision making, conflict-resolution, and interpersonal skills, with a view to enhancing their mental health and their relationships with others.
PREREQUISITE : NONE

PSE 4U1
EXERCISE SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
GRADE 12
1.0
CREDIT (course activity fee $70.00)
This course focuses on the study of human movement and of systems, factors, and principles involved in human development. Students will learn about the effects of physical activity on health and performance, the evolution of physical activity and sports, and the factors that influence an individual's participation in physical activity. The course prepares students for university programs in physical education, kinesiology, recreation, and sports administration.
PREREQUISITE : ANY GRADE 11 UNIVRSITY OR UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE PREPARATION COURSE IN SCIENCE, OR ANY GRADE 11 OR 12 OPEN COURSE IN HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PLF 4C1 (Adapted Class / Mini Olympics)
RECREATION AND FITNESS LEADERSHIP
COLLEGE PREPARATION
GRADE 12
1.0
CREDIT
This course focuses on the development of leadership and coordination skills related to recreational activities. Students will acquire the knowledge and skills required to plan, organize, and implement recreational events. They will also learn how to promote the value of physical fitness, personal well-being, and personal safety to others through mentoring. The course will prepare students for college programs in recreational, leisure, and fitness leadership.
PREREQUISITE : ANY GRADE 11 OR 12 OPEN COURSE IN HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

SPECIAL NOTE: ALL PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASSES ARE REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN AN AQUATICS UNIT. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT ALL PHYSICAL EDUCATION STUDENTS PURCHASE SWIM GOGGLES . SWIM CAPS ARE OPTIONAL.

IN EACH SEMESTER THERE WILL BE A SKI TRIP FOR OUR SENIOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASSES. THIS IS A REQUIRED COMPONENT AND THERE WILL BE A COST OF $3O.OO FOR SKI RENTALS, LESSON, LIFT AND BUS TRANSPORTATION.

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