Physical Education

1 SEMESTER (SPRING)

Individual/Dual Sports is a comprehensive course designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of sports that emphasize individual performance or partner-based competition. This course will explore the strategic, physical, and psychological aspects of personal skill development, self-discipline, and sportsmanship. Through hands-on participation, students will refine their athletic abilities, enhance their decision-making skills, and gain a deeper understanding of goal setting, perseverance, and competitive play in individual and dual sports settings.

Open to 10th, 11th and 12th graders.

Developing a healthy lifestyle enables students to maximize their physical, mental and social well-being. Students will learn about the dimensions of health, decision making, substances (alcohol, nicotine products, and illicit drugs), social media, nutrition, abuse, how to research and identify biases in publications. A project-based approach, discussions, videos, and small group work are methods used for students to learn course concepts.

Open to 10th, 11th and 12th grade students, priority will be given to seniors.

Time: 8:00 – 11:30 AM
Week 1 – June 2-6, 2025
Week 2 - June 9-13, 2025
Week 3 - June 16-17, 2025

1 SEMESTER

Developing a healthy lifestyle enables students to maximize their physical, mental and social well-being. Students will learn about the dimensions of health, decision making, substances (alcohol, nicotine products, and illicit drugs), social media, nutrition, abuse, how to research and identify biases in publications. A project-based approach, discussions, videos, and small group work are methods used for students to learn course concepts.

Open to 10th, 11th and 12th grade students

Or students may choose Online Health.

2 SEMESTERS

This course will cover the same content as the traditional Wellness for Life class but is modified in its combination of online work and face-to-face class instruction. Over the course of an entire school year, students will meet with the teacher once a week; the rest of the course work will be completed online during each week. During class sessions students will complete hands-on activities, hold class discussions, and ask the instructor for understanding of concepts. Online work/outside of class work includes being active for at least 30min/5 days/week or 10,000 steps/5days/week. Students must be able to attend all class meetings throughout the school year to receive credit. Students taking Hybrid Wellness For Life need to be able to work independently, be self-motivated, and recognize the time commitment needed outside the classroom to be successful.

Open to 11th and 12th grade students.

Or students can apply for the PE: Wellness for Life Waiver

1 SEMESTER (SPRING)

Individual Sports is a comprehensive course designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of sports that emphasize individual performance or partner-based competition. This course will explore the strategic, physical, and psychological aspects of personal skill development, self-discipline, and sportsmanship. Through hands-on participation, students will refine their athletic abilities, enhance their decision-making skills, and gain a deeper understanding of goal setting, perseverance, and competitive play in individual and dual sports settings.

Open to 10th, 11th and 12th graders.

2 SEMESTERS - 1 CREDIT

Developing a healthy lifestyle enables students to maximize their physical, mental and social well-being. Students will learn about the dimensions of health, decision making, substances (alcohol, nicotine products, and illicit drugs), social media, nutrition, abuse, how to research and identify biases in publications. A project-based approach, discussions, videos, and small group work are methods used for students to learn course concepts.

Open to 11th and 12th grade students.

Or students may choose Health (Traditional Option).

Is an independent option offered to students that take the HEALTH (SUMMER) option. Students must submit a physical fitness plan, fitness app/video assignment, 30 day fitness log, 85 day fitness log/plan and a paper about the 85 day fitness plan. Some coursework is due during the Health summer course. The student has about 17 weeks to complete and submit the 85 day fitness log/plan and the paper.

Open to 10th, 11th and 12th grade students.

Time: 8:00 – 11:30 AM
Week 1 – June 2-6, 2025
Week 2 - June 9-13, 2025
Week 3 - June 16-17, 2025

Students may choose to fulfill the requirement by requesting a PE waiver application when they are completing their course requests for the following school year. Students who have completed one full season of participation on a DeLaSalle athletic team, beginning with the fall season of 10th grade through spring season of 11th grade, may apply for a waiver of the PE: Wellness credit. Students who play a sport not associated with DeLaSalle, because it is not offered by the school, may apply for a waiver through an administrative exemption. Students will be sent a link to the waiver application request that must be filled out completely and submitted no later than April 19, 2024.

1 SEMESTER

This course will concentrate on different fitness routines to increase physical fitness for a lifetime. Students will learn about and participate in a variety of fitness routines. Students will create a fitness plan. Activities will include Pilates, Yoga, Tae-Bo, weight training, power walking, circuit training, cardiovascular training, muscle toning, agility training, and stretches to increase flexibility. '

Open to 10th, 11th and 12th graders.

1 SEMESTER

This program is about “teaching learners to think on their feet,” providing them with 21st century skills of teamwork, problem solving and grit through the medium of physical activities. Students are required to learn the physical skills, rules, safety practices, and strategy of the various activities. All 9th graders are required to wear a standard uniform.  

This course is required of all 9th grade students.

Students may request their Physical Education experience to be co-educational or separated by gender.

1 SEMESTER

Strength and Conditioning is designed to provide students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to enhance athletic performance, improve physical fitness, and reduce the risk of injury through exercise programming. The course covers the foundational principles of strength training, conditioning, and movement mechanics. Students will learn how to assess an individual’s fitness level, design appropriate training programs, and implement techniques to optimize both strength and endurance.

This course is available for 10th, 11th and 12th graders.

1 SEMESTER (Fall Semester)

Team Sports is a comprehensive course designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of various team sports, with a focus on both individual and collective skills. This course will explore the strategic, physical, and psychological aspects of team play, enabling students to develop a deeper understanding of teamwork, communication, and sport-specific tactics. Through hands-on participation, students will experience team dynamics, enhance their athletic abilities, and gain insights into the importance of cooperation and leadership in competitive settings.

Open to 10th, 11th and 12th graders.