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District Philosophy on Physical Education:
The Physical Education Curriculum in the Schenectady City School District is a progressive program that builds upon experiences gained throughout a child’s elementary and middle school years cumulating in the High School Physical Education Program.

There is increasing recognition of the importance of living an active, healthy life and of the need to make informed, responsible decisions. The Schenectady High School Physical Education Curriculum addresses the importance and benefits of a healthy and physically active lifestyle. Every student, regardless of physical ability or background, has the opportunity to pursue and enjoy these benefits, which in turn will help motivate them toward a life-long commitment to physical activity. Significant opportunities for learning social skills important for cooperation and individual success are also addressed through physical education.

Course Descriptions:
The high school course descriptions presented here communicate the essence of the high school physical education experience. The content articulates the knowledge, skills and confidence students need to maintain meaningful physical activity throughout their lifetime. The course sequence provides a blueprint for delivering the content in a manner that equips students to make a successful transition from the physical education instructional program to participation in physical activity during adulthood.

The High School Physical Education Curriculum provides opportunities for all students in grades 9-12.
Ninth and tenth grade students will receive instruction in a variety of activities in an intro to PE course. This course is required of all freshman and sophomores. Sophomores, however, may select aquatics/wellness. The course includes instruction in beginning and intermediate skills, rules, history, and etiquette in a variety of sports and activities. We offer four week units that cover wellness, weight room, team sports, lifetime activities and aquatics. Ongoing assessment includes both written and performance-based skill evaluations.

Eleventh and twelfth grade students will have the opportunity to choose electives. The elective program is designed to allow individual choice in the selection of physical education activities. Emphasis is on the continued development of student knowledge and basic skills in activities such as: aquatics, weight room, team sports, fitness/lifetime and wellness.

Ongoing assessment includes both written and performance-based skill evaluations.

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