Physical Education

HWE 1050 Human Nutrition

Introduces basic principles of nutrition with emphasis on personal nutrition. This course focuses on macro and micro nutrients and their effects on the functions of the human body. Special emphasis is placed on the application of wellness, disease, and lifespan as it pertains to nutrition. Note: This course was previously listed as HWE 100.

• Credit: 0.5 CVHS & 3.0 ACC
• Level: 11-12
• Prerequisite: None
• Fees: Textbook

Meets Requirements in PHYSICAL EDUCATION.  May be taken only once for credit.

HWE 1062 Health and Wellness

Explores the six components of wellness: physical, social, intellectual, spiritual, emotional, and occupational. Topics include health risks, wellness behaviors, and personal behavior change in the areas of nutrition; exercise; substance abuse; stress management; cardiovascular and cancer risk factors; the aging process; and violence, death, and dying in our society. Provides tools to complete self-assessments and develop a wellness program for a healthier lifestyle across a lifespan. Note: This course was previously listed as HWE 111.

• Credit: 0.5 CVHS & 3.0 ACC
• Level: 11-12
• Prerequisite: None
• Fees: Textbook

Meets Requirements in PHYSICAL EDUCATION.  May be taken only once for credit.

This class is for students who have a strong dance background. The dance units will include advanced dance techniques in ballet, lyrical and jazz. Students will have the opportunity to study professional dance choreography and techniques, to choreograph their own dances and explore various dance careers available.  This course also includes the study of dance kinesiology.

• Credit: 0.5
• Level: 10-12
• Prerequisite: Broadway Dance I or Teacher Approval
• Fees: None

Meets Requirements in PHYSICAL EDUCATION.  May be taken more than once for credit.

Students will learn cooperative living skills through the use of individual and group challenges, initiatives and games that are non-threatening and group based. In addition, students will learn and experience the world of climbing through the use of an indoor climbing wall.

• Credit: 0.5
• Level: 9-12
• Prerequisite: None
• Fees: $20

Meets Requirements in PHYSICAL EDUCATION.  May be taken more than once for credit.

Students will learn how to meet emergency situations associated with sports related injury and have a strong interest in sports medicine or other medical related fields. This class will provide students certification in community first aid and safety through the American Red Cross. Students must be able to complete after school hours in the training room.

• Credit: 0.5
• Level: 10-12
• Prerequisite: None
• Fees: $30

Meets Requirements in PHYSICAL EDUCATION.  May be taken only once for credit.

CVHS students who enroll in this class should have a strong interest in sports medicine or other related medical fields. This class will build upon the knowledge base established in Athletic Training I. Students will learn in more detail the mechanism of injuries, anatomical structures damaged during an injury as well as prevention and treatment of athletic injuries. This class will combine both lecture and practical application of skills taught.
Satisfactory completion of this class AND instructor approval will allow students to work under the Certified Athletic Trainer with the athletic teams. A strong background and/or knowledge in anatomy and physiology are suggested. Physical and written assessments will also be included. Students must be able to complete after school hours in the training room.

• Credit: 0.5
• Level: 10-12
• Prerequisite: Athletic Training I
• Fees: $30

Meets Requirements in PHYSICAL EDUCATION.  May be taken only once for credit.

This course is designed to improve student physical fitness through stretching, strengthening and various forms of dance. The class will incorporate styles including Pilates, yoga, hip-hop, jazz and musical theater. Physical and written assessments will be included.

• Credit: 0.5
• Level: 9-12
• Prerequisite: None
• Fees: $20

Meets Requirements in PHYSICAL EDUCATION.  May be taken more than once for credit.

Exercise Physiology class will be for students who are preparing for college to study athletic training, exercise science, kinesiology or biomechanics. “Exercise Physiology means the identification of physiological mechanisms underlying physical activity, the comprehensive delivery of treatment services concerned with the analysis, improvement, and maintenance of health and fitness, rehabilitation of heart disease and other chronic diseases and/or disabilities, and the professional guidance and counsel of athletes and others interested in athletics, sports training, and human adaptability to acute and chronic exercise” (ASEP).

• Credit: 0.5
• Level: 10-12
• Prerequisite: Athletic Training I OR Anatomy/Physiology
• Fees: None

Meets Requirements in PHYSICAL EDUCATION.  May be taken only once for credit.

This course examines current teen issues of high school. This course is designed to empower teens with awareness, decision-making skills and assertiveness techniques while covering such topics as self-esteem, getting along with your parents, school and community rules, peer pressure, nutrition, fitness, driving, stress, substance abuse and human sexuality. Class activities may include discussions, projects, guest speakers, presentations and essays on self-selected topics.

• Credit: 0.5
• Level: 9-12
• Prerequisite: None
• Fees: None

Meets Requirements in PHYSICAL EDUCATION.  May be taken only once for credit.

This course is for all ability levels who are interested in a variety of lifetime sports and the continued involvement in lifetime fitness. Students will participate in activities such as pickleball, badminton, tennis, and other recreational activities.

• Credit: 0.5
• Level: 9-12
• Prerequisite: None
• Fees: Field Trip Costs

Meets Requirements in PHYSICAL EDUCATION.  May be taken more than once for credit.

This class is designed for Varsity Athletes.  Student athletes in Power Weights have three goals: improve sport performance, prevent injury and learn the basic scientific principles associated with performance training and restoration. These three goals are accomplished by incorporating “state of the art/science” methodology as recommended by the National Strength and Conditioning Association, and the American College of Sports Medicine.

• Credit: 0.5
• Level: 9-12
• Prerequisite: Must play football
• Fees: $50

Meets Requirements in PHYSICAL EDUCATION.  May be taken more than once for credit.

This course is administered in a group exercise format. Students will learn various ways to exercise and improve overall fitness and health. Yoga, mobility, weight lifting, circuits and HIIT will be taught. Additionally, students will learn the components of Mindfulness and the benefits of being more self-aware. As well as, the importance of nutrition and how it can affect their overall health. Additionally, we incorporate yoga to improve physical postures, breathing techniques and meditation. 

• Credit: 0.5
• Level: 9-12
• Prerequisite: None
• Fees: $20

Meets Requirements in PHYSICAL EDUCATION.  May be taken more than once for credit.

Strength and Conditioning is designed to improve muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular endurance, speed and agility, and flexibility. Students will be introduced to weight training exercises, plyometrics, medicine ball exercises and stretching routines to improve overall fitness. Students will also be able to identify major muscle groups of the body and the corresponding lifts and exercises that will improve these muscle groups.

• Credit: 0.5
• Level: 9-12
• Prerequisite: None
• Fees: $20

Meets Requirements in PHYSICAL EDUCATION.  May be taken more than once for credit.

This course is for all ability levels who are interested in a variety of team sports. Students will participate in a variety of activities such as handball, ultimate frisbee, basketball, volleyball, air force football, floor hockey, and kickball.

• Credit: 0.5
• Level: 9-12
• Prerequisite: None
• Fees: None

Meets Requirements in PHYSICAL EDUCATION.  May be taken more than once for credit.