Health & Physical Education
Health and Physical Education are critical for building habits for lifelong success and wellness. Health and Physical Education are sequential courses taught in grades 9 and 10. To earn a diploma from a Virginia high school, students must earn credit for Health and Physical Education 9 and Health and Physical Education 10 in addition to other high school graduation requirements. These courses should be taken in 9th and 10th grade.
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05_7110_0 Health and Physical Education 6
Grade: 6
Prerequisite: None
Description: In sixth grade the student will use personal fitness data to improve physical fitness, develop their decision- making skills in physical activities, identify and seek opportunities in school and in the community for physical activities, and will demonstrate competence in modified versions of various game/sport, rhythmic, and recreational activities. The health portion of the class emphasizes health literacy, decision-making and advocacy.
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05_7120_0 Health and Physical Education 7
05_7120_5 Health and Physical Education 7 - Morning / Afternoon (limited enrollment)
Grade: 7
Requirements: Daily participation with acceptable gym attire (T-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatpants, sweatshirts and athletic shoes)
Description: Students rotate between Health and PE instruction. The health curriculum addresses the main components for healthy living. Technology is heavily incorporated in the lessons and assessments. Physical education focuses on improving the five components of fitness as well as movement and social emotional competencies
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05_7200_0 Health and Physical Education 8
05_7200_5 Health and Physical Education 8 - Morning / Afternoon (limited enrollment)
Grade: 8
Required: Daily participation with acceptable gym attire (T-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatpants, sweatshirts and athletic shoes)
Description: The health curriculum concentrates on increasing students’ awareness of the requirements for becoming a healthy and productive adult. Technology is heavily incorporated in the lessons and there is an end of year project using their school issued devices. Physical education classes work on fitness goal setting and improving their five components of fitness.