Physical Education and Health

Prerequisite: Note from a Physician/IEP
Grade Level: 9-12
Semesters: 1
Credits: 0.5

Students who are unable to participate and benefit from regular physical education courses will be able to improve their body mechanics and general physical condition through motor activity. This course creates an atmosphere in which students with limited physical/emotional capabilities may participate and derive benefits from involvement.  

Prerequisite: None; Not repeatable
Grade Level: 11-12
Semesters: 1
Credits: 0.5

This is a non-athletic/activity exemption course. Students will become proficient in adventure-based activities, interpersonal communication, group dynamics, leadership skills, and environmental awareness. Group support is encouraged to develop a willingness to try and the realization that success is personal. Activities include, but are not limited to team building/group initiatives, kayaking, and water activities, and rock climbing skill development. The students are required to be in the pool and must possess basic swim proficiency.

Prerequisite: Adventure Education I with a grade of B or better
Grade Level: 11-12
Semesters: 1
Credits: 0.5

This is a non-athletic/activity exemption course. Challenge Education II curriculum provides an opportunity for students who want to further explore and develop skills and concepts introduced in Challenge Education I, which include but are not limited to team building, kayaking, and rock climbing. In addition, students’ knowledge base will expand to include a variety of fitness and recreational-based educational activities. Furthermore, students will become more proficient in advanced adventure-based activities, interpersonal communication, group dynamics, leadership skills, and environmental awareness. The students are required to be in the pool and must possess basic swim proficiency.

Prerequisite: None; Not repeatable
Grade Level: 11-12
Semesters: 1
Credits: 0.5

This is a non-athletic/activity exemption course. This course introduces various dance styles and forms to improve the student’s technique and skills. Some of the areas that may be emphasized include ballet, jazz, hip hop, modern, and choreography as well as the development of fitness and conditioning (muscular strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness) through dance. This is a performance-based class.

Prerequisite: Dance 1
Grade Level: 11 – 12
Semesters: 1
Credits: 0.5

This is a non-athletic/activity exemption course. This course continues from the same dance styles and forms studied in Dance I. Ballet, jazz, hip hop, modern, and choreography are taken to a more advanced level in Dance II as well as to develop fitness and conditioning (muscular strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness) through dance. Students will use more of their own choreography in each unit, with culminating performances at the end of each unit.  This is a performance-based class.

Prerequisite: None; Not repeatable
Grade Level: 10-12
Semesters: 1
Credits: 0.5

This is a non-athletic/activity exemption course. This is an interdisciplinary course taught by the Physical Education and Family & Consumer Science Departments. This course is a two-hour block, one hour in lieu of the student’s normally scheduled lunch/study hall and the other hour meets the Physical Education requirement. Students enrolled will incorporate hands-on laboratory experiences that are aimed at improving strength, speed, and personal fitness goals. Students who desire nutritional information to improve the quality of their life or an athlete who desires further information about food, nutrition and the effects on performance levels are encouraged to enroll in this class.

Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 9
Semesters: 2
Credits: 0.5

Students participate in a variety of recreational and competitive activities that include instruction on in-game skills and rules, teamwork development, and lifetime fitness. The program focus is on fitness testing including pre and post-tests and continuous progression towards improvement in these areas.

Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 11-12
Semesters: 1
Credits: 0.5

Students will participate in an exercise program that incorporates dance movements and principles in the areas of aerobic dance, aqua aerobics, step aerobics, Pilates, sculpting, and yoga. Cardiovascular Endurance activities and strength training are also emphasized in the fitness-based class.

Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 10
Semesters: 1
Credit: 0.5

Students will learn through varied learning experiences about their physical, emotional, mental, and social selves which will assist them in making appropriate decisions about their health and well-being.

Prerequisite: A formal application will be completed in a timely manner by inquiring students. The evaluation, review, and approval process will be conducted by members of the Physical Education and Health departments.
Grade Level: 11
Semesters: 2
Credits: 1

This is a non-athletic/activity exemption course. Students will be trained in leadership skills, skill instruction, and the techniques of assisting in various physical activities offered in the curriculum. Successful completion of this course will enroll the student in Senior Leaders.

Prerequisite: Sophomore Physical Education
Grade Level: 11-12
Semesters: 1
Credit: 0.5

Students will participate in a variety of recreational and physical activities that includes fitness programs, instruction in-game skills and rules, individual and team activities as well as various leisure time activities. This program is a continuation of fitness testing including pre and post-tests and continuous progression towards improvement in these areas.

Prerequisite: None; Not repeatable
Grade Level: 10-12
Semesters: 1
Credit: 0.5
Fee: $35 includes all certifications

This is a non-athletic/activity exemption course. Students have the opportunity to study and apply advanced physical and safety education concepts and procedures including cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced life-saving and water safety certification.

Prerequisite: Completion of health A, B, or C without dual credit
Prerequisite for dual credit: Moraine Valley Accuplacer score above 250 or above (taken at MVCC); OR Reading ACT score of 20 or above; OR Reading SAT Score of 480 or above

Grade: 11-12
Semester: 1
Credit: .5

Medical Terminology is a fast-paced class that parallels the speed of a college-level course. It introduces a variety of medical terms used in health-related fields. Emphasis is on the analysis and building of medical terms using Latin and Greek prefixes, roots, and suffixes. Medical vocabulary, abbreviations, anatomical terms, definitions, spelling, and pronunciation of medical terms are stressed. This course is a requirement for many of the associate’s degree health sciences programs at Moraine Valley Community College. Students may be able to earn dual-enrollment credit in the MVCC course MRT110.

*DUAL CREDIT: This course may be offered as part of a dual credit partnership between Moraine Valley Community College and Consolidated High School District 230 High School. Students who submit a dual credit enrollment form and earn an A, B, or C in the course will be awarded college credit through Moraine Valley Community College. Students earning less than a C will be dropped from the course and have no record retained of their enrollment in the course.

Grade Level: IEP Decision
Grade: 9-12
Semesters: 1
Credit: 0.5

PEOPEL (Physical Education Opportunity Program for the Exceptional Learner) is an inclusive class that partners PEOPEL Tutors with students who have special needs. The classes offer a variety of sports and lifelong fitness activities that focus on individual skills and abilities. Individual needs of physical therapy-related exercises are also addressed.

Prerequisite: “C” or better in PEOPEL Tutor Training (#1)
Grade Level: 11-12
Semesters: 1
Credit: 0.5

This is a non-athletic/activity exemption course. PEOPEL (Physical Education Opportunity Program for the Exceptional Learner) is a cooperative program between the Physical Education Department and the Special Services Department. The focus of a “tutor” is to meet the needs of individual students that are not met in a regular physical education class.

Prerequisite: A formal application will be completed in a timely manner by inquiring students. The evaluation, review, and approval process will be conducted by members of the Physical Education and Health Departments. Not repeatable.
Grade Level: 10-12
Semesters: 1
Credits: 0.5

This is a non-athletic/activity exemption course. Students apply for this program before registering for their sophomore or junior year. PEOPEL Tutor Training prepares students to work with peer partners with individual needs. Tutor Training class includes: learning about specific disabilities and diseases; safety techniques in working with students with individual needs (wheelchairs, seizures, CPR, etc.); building empathy and understanding towards the emotional needs of students; sports-specific skill techniques; and Special Olympics coach training.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Junior Leader course and the recommendation from Junior Leader program teachers.
Grade Level: 12
Semesters: 1
Credit: 0.5

This is a non-athletic/activity exemption course. Students will apply the learning and training from the Junior Leaders class. Students will be assigned as leaders for Physical Education courses.

Prerequisite: Freshman Physical Education
Grade Level: 10
Semesters: 1
Credits: 0.5

Students will participate in a variety of recreational and physical activities that include fitness programs, instruction in-game skills and rules, and individual and team activities as well as various leisure time activities. This program is a continuation of fitness testing including pre and post-tests and continuous progression towards improvement in these areas.

Prerequisite: B in Health or Instructor Approval
Grade Level: 11-12
Semesters: 1
Credit: 0.5 elective
This course DOES NOT fulfill the PE graduation requirements.

Students will study anatomy, physiology, mechanisms of injury evaluation, and rehabilitation of the athletic population. This course is appropriate for those students interested in Athletic Training. Physicians Assistant, Paramedic, and Emergency Medicine Technician or is interested in sports or sports injuries. Students may be required to assist the Athletic Trainer during the semester.

Prerequisite: Sports Medicine 1  with a grade of C or better
Grade Level: 11-12
Semesters: 1
Credit: 0.5 elective
This course DOES NOT fulfill the PE graduation requirements.

Sports Medicine II provides an opportunity for students who want to further explore and develop skills and concepts introduced in Sports Med I, including but not limited to, basic anatomy, physiology, mechanisms of injuries and injury evaluation, and the rehabilitation of the athletic population. In addition, students will also be exposed to a variety of advanced medical subjects, including, but not limited to, therapeutic modalities, advanced concussion management, evaluation and treatment of upper and lower extremity injuries, and advanced spine injury recognition and management. This course will also focus on the various careers associated with medicine and is appropriate for all students interested in an Allied Health Field, including but not limited to Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Physicians’ Assistant, Paramedic, EMT, Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, and/or Physician. This class is also appropriate for those interested in learning more about sports injuries.

Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 11-12
Semesters: 1
Credit: 0.5

This is a non-athletic/activity exemption course. Students will learn the function, location, and proper means to develop various muscle groups in order to improve their overall fitness level. Students will learn and develop various cardiovascular training methods through the use of aerobic machines and other facilities in order to improve cardiovascular performance. Proper safety, technique, and application of current principles of strength training and cardiovascular performance will be emphasized.

This is a non-athletic/activity waiver course. Students will be applying knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over. Students may also be instructing peers as to the skills of swimming.