PHYSICAL EDUCATION

2008-2009

Students may have no more than four units of physical education classes which may be applied toward the minimum units required for graduation.

Lifetime Games and

Activities

Course Number: 5020/5021

Semesters: 1 or 2

Grade Level: 9, 10

Prerequisite: None

This course emphasizes instruction in the basic skills, rules, and playing strategies of various sports and activities. Health-related issues are also examined.

Fit and Firm

Course Number: 5018/5024

Semesters: 1 or 2

Grade Level: 9, 10

Prerequisite: None

This course provides exercises to improve the cardiovascular system (heart and lungs) and to help firm and tone the muscles. The course includes aerobics (dance, step aerobics, fitness walking, and exercises), games, and health-related issues.

Weightlifting

Course Number: 3346/3347

Semesters: 1 or 2

Grade Level: 9, 10

Prerequisite: None

This course provides the opportunity to increase the strength and improve the muscle tone of the student. The emphasis is on a free-weightlifting program that includes squats, dead lift, incline bench, bench press, hang clean, triceps extension, leg curls, leg extensions, lunges, and various dumbbell exercises. Students will be expected to rotate throughout each of these stations. Health-related issues and benefits will be implemented throughout the course.

SPECIAL NOTE: Weightlifting is not recommended for students who currently have or have had back or knee problems.

Weightlifting/Lifetime Sports & Activities

Course Number: 3345

Semesters: 1 or 2

Grade Level: 11, 12

Prerequisite: None

Students will be expected to dress out and participate in all activities. The emphasis is on a free-weightlifting program. Tennis, volleyball, table tennis, basketball, whiffle ball, fitness and health awareness (classroom), walking and stretching, sports rules and regulations (classroom), and health education will be offered as part of the Lifetime Sports and Activities class.

SPECIAL NOTE: Weightlifting is not recommended for students who currently have or have had back or knee problems.

Competitive Athletics

Semesters: 1 or 2

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: The student must have a Physical Examination and Medical Release dated after May 1, 2008

All students must be academically eligible as determined by board policy and OSSAA rules to compete.

SPORTS: Football, Softball, Volleyball, Cross-Country, Basketball, Swimming, Wrestling, Track, Soccer, Golf, Tennis, Baseball, Pom Pon, Cheerleading, Athletic Training, Athletic Manager.

FOOTBALL THROUGH CHEERLEADING: This program is designed for competition among schools in various sports. In competitive Athletics the focus is upon the ability of the TEAM to compete successfully. Coaches determine playing time based on a player’s skill and ability to improve the TEAM’s ability to compete successfully. Playing time is not guaranteed. However, coaches will try to give all players an opportunity to demonstrate their ability during the course of the season. The number of participants on a team is limited in all sports except for Football, Cross-Country, Swimming, Wrestling and Track. Selection of team members will be determined through a tryout process based on criteria established by the coach. Team members may be required to participate in off-season or season conditioning programs. If a student is selected and approved to participate, he or she may obtain the rules, regulations, and practice times from the coach of that sport.

ATHLETIC TRAINING: Athletic training involves the prevention, immediate care, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Students will gain experiences working with all varsity sports offered through Bartlesville Public Schools. Athletic training offers a variety of future opportunities in many medically-oriented fields. Because athletic training lies within the school day, units may be counted toward graduation through the physical education department. This course provides an opportunity to earn a varsity letter. Grades are based on participation, test scores covering a medical curriculum, and willingness to work. Students are expected to be at all practices, games, and related events assigned by the head trainer. (Must have head trainer's written approval.)

ATHLETIC MANAGER: This class provides the student with the opportunity to participate in competitive athletics through aiding the coach and student athletes during practice sessions and actual competitive sporting events. A student who is academically eligible to participate must have the coach’s signature on his or her enrollment form to enroll in the class. This course provides an opportunity to earn a varsity letter.

Students must have completed the Alcohol and Illegal or Performance Enhancing Drug Contract.