PHYSICAL EDUCATION / HEALTH
Physical Education I: Team Sports & Fitness (Gr. 9-12) 1 semester 9021
This course emphasizes health-related fitness and development of skills and habits necessary for a lifetime of activity. This includes skill development and the application of rules and strategies of complex difficulty in at least four of the following different movement forms: (1) health-related fitness activities (cardio-respiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition), (2) aerobic exercise, (3) team sports, (4) individual and dual sports, (5) outdoor pursuits and (6) recreational games. Ongoing assessment includes both written and performance-based skill evaluations. (3542)
Note: Should be taken in Grade 8 but open to Grades 9-12 in case of medical delay or transfer.
Note: This course is required for all diploma types.
Note: Classes are co-educational. Groupings are based on an objective standard of individual performance
Physical Education II: Lifetime Fitness (Gr. 9-12) 1 semester 9022
This course continues the emphasis on a personal commitment to lifetime activity and fitness for enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction. This course provides opportunities to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness and increase knowledge of fitness concepts. It includes at least four different movement forms without repeating those offered in Physical Education I Team Sports & Fitness. Movement forms may include: (1) health-related fitness activities (cardio-respiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition), (2) aerobic exercise, (3) team sports, (4) individual and dual sports, (5) outdoor pursuits and (6) recreational games. Ongoing assessment includes both written and performance-based skill evaluations. (3544)
Note: Classes are co-educational. Groupings are based on an objective standard of individual performance
Note: If Physical Education II: Lifetime Fitness was not taken in the summer prior to grade 9, students must
take this course during the 2019-2020 school year.
Health & Wellness Education (Gr. 10) 1 semester 9206
Health education provides the basis for continued methods of developing knowledge, concepts, skills, behaviors, and attitudes related to student health and well-being. This course includes the major content areas: (1) Growth and Development, (2) Mental and Emotional Health, (3) Community and Environmental health, (4) Nutrition, (5) Family Life, (6) Consumer Health, (7) Personal Health, (8) Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs, (9) Intentional and Unintentional injury; and (10) Health Promotion and disease Prevention. Students explore the effect of health behaviors on an individual's quality of life and learn that health is a lifetime commitment. (3506).
Note: This course is required for all diploma types.
Elective PE: Aquatic Sports Fitness (Gr. 10-12) 1 semester 9576
This course provides the opportunity to engage in many water activities that could include, but are not limited to, water polo, basketball, volleyball, hockey, and diving. Also included are health related fitness activities that build cardiopulmonary endurance and flexibility such as lap swimming, water aerobics, and water jogging. (3560).
Prerequisite: Physical Education I and II
Note: Sophomores must complete Level 3 swimming proficiency during PE II of freshman year.
Note: A maximum of six credits can be earned in elective physical education classes.
Note: Classes are co-educational.
Elective PE: Team Sports Fitness (Gr. 10-12) 1 semester 9536
This course provides opportunities for individual and team sports and outdoor pursuits. Some of the sports include basketball, soccer, volleyball, and team handball. Students develop and refine skills and attitudes that promote lifelong fitness. Ongoing assessment includes performance-based evaluation, written exams over strategies and rules of the sports, and other assigned projects. (3560).
Prerequisite: Physical Education I and II
Note: A maximum of six credits can be earned in elective physical education classes.
Note: Classes are co-educational.
Elective PE: Racquet Sports Fitness (Gr. 10-12) 1 semester 9526
This course provides opportunities for individual and team sports and outdoor pursuits including, but not limited to, Tennis, Pickleball, and Badminton. Students develop and refine skills and attitudes that promote lifelong fitness. Ongoing assessment includes performance-based evaluation, written exams over strategies and rules of the sports, and other assigned projects. (3560).
Prerequisite: Physical Education I and II
Note: A maximum of six credits can be earned in elective physical education classes.
Note: Classes are co-educational.
Elective PE: Intro Strength & Conditioning (Gr. 10-12) 2 semesters 9511/9512 This course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Strength & Conditioning class. With an initial emphasis on weight room safety and etiquette, beginning level lifters will progress into proper plyometric and weight room exercise technique. Students will be tested upon improvement in strength, power, speed, and mobility assessments. Promoting total body mobility and strength, this course is designed for any beginner who wants to learn more about fitness within a weight room environment. All students must complete at least one semester in the introduction class and a strength coach’s signature to be eligible for Advanced Strength & Conditioning. (3560)
Prerequisite: Physical Education I and II
Note: The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at advanced levels
Note: A maximum of six credits can be earned in elective physical education classes
Note: Classes are coeducational
Elective PE: Adv. Strength & Conditioning (Gr. 10-12) 2 semesters 9521/9522
This course promotes and develops skill and health related components needed to compete in sports and/or live a healthy lifestyle. Program design coincides with standards developed by the National Strength and Conditioning Association and the American College of Sports Medicine. Ongoing assessment includes both written and performance-based skill evaluation. This course consists of three different life focuses. Students will choose one at the beginning of the semester. (3560)
Athletic - Training program designed for students who compete in athletics. Testing will
consist of muscular, power, and speed components important for athletic
performance.
Tactical - For students looking to pursue a future in the military, law enforcement, or
emergency response fields. Training program will be designed for students to
prepare them for the vigorous demands that will be asked of them. Testing
will be based on military and law enforcement standards.
Lifestyle - For students looking to lose weight, gain muscle, and/or just to improve on
their physical health, which will be the focus of the training program. Testing
will consists of health related standards.
Prerequisite: Physical Education I and II and one semester of Intro Strength/Cond
Note: The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at advanced levels
Note: A maximum of six credits can be earned in elective physical education classes
Elective PE: Adv. Strength & Conditioning - Females (Gr. 10-12) 2 semesters 9551/9552
This course promotes and develops skill and health related components needed to compete in sports and/or live a healthy lifestyle. Program design coincides with standards developed by the National Strength and Conditioning Association and the American College of Sports Medicine. Ongoing assessment includes both written and performance-based skill evaluation. This course consists of three different life focuses. Students will choose one at the beginning of the semester. (3560)
Athletic - Training program designed for students who compete in athletics. Testing will
consist of muscular, power, and speed components important for athletic
performance.
Tactical - For students looking to pursue a future in the military, law enforcement, or
emergency response fields. Training program will be designed for students to
prepare them for the vigorous demands that will be asked of them. Testing
will be based on military and law enforcement standards.
Lifestyle - For students looking to lose weight, gain muscle, and/or just to improve on
their physical health, which will be the focus of the training program. Testing
will consists of health related standards.
Prerequisite: Physical Education I and II and one semester of Intro Strength/Cond
Note: The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at advanced levels
Note: A maximum of six credits can be earned in elective physical education classes
Health Science Ed. II: Athletic Training - Introduction (Gr. 11-12) 9236
This extended laboratory experience addresses the advancement and specialization of health care careers. Practicum is at Carroll High School and provides students the opportunity to assume the role of a health care provider and practice technical skills previously learned in the classroom, including information on the health care system and employment opportunities at a variety of entry levels, an overview of the health care delivery systems, health care terms and legal and ethical considerations. Course standards and curriculum are tailored to the specific healthcare profession preparing students to advance in this career field. (5290)
Prerequisite: Carroll Community Link, Health & Wellness, and Biology I
Note: Students will complete 50 hours of observation
Health Science Ed. II: Athletic Training - Prevention & Care (Gr 11-12) (sem 2 only) 9266
This is a second semester Athletic Training class available to students to learn more in depth topics covering lower body & upper body anatomy, injuries, evaluation, and rehabilitation. (5290)
Prerequisite: Health Science Ed. II: Athletic Training-Introduction
Note: Dual Credit option with Ball State University KINE 240- 3 credits
Career Info Exploration: Coaching and Officiating (Gr 11-12) 1 semester 9256
This is for students interested in coaching youth sports or obtaining their license to officiate various youth sports in the near future at the middle school, high school, or club sports level. Topics include information in various sports but are not limited to football, soccer, baseball, softball, volleyball, and other IHSAA sanctioned sports. Students work in conjunction with the IHSAA to obtain licensure upon graduation. (0522)
Prerequisite: Physical Education I and II, at least 1 semester of Strength & Conditioning, 1 Phys. Ed. Fitness Elective
Career Info Exploration: Exercise Science (Gr 12) 1 semester 9296
This is for students interested in obtaining a degree/occupation in exercise science/personal fitness training. Students will be enrolled in an Advanced Strength & Conditioning class as well as developing skills in employability, understanding the economic process, and career decision making and planning. Opportunities are provided for students to observe and participate in various job situation through opportunities such as field trips, internships, mock interviews, and guest speakers. Resume development experience and career related testing are also provide to students. (0522)
Prerequisite: Physical Education I and II, one semester of Intro Strength/Conditioning and be enrolled in Advanced Strength/Conditioning in the same semester as Exercise Science