P.E./Wellness

Physical Education and Wellness classes help students explore the interconnections in their lives, linking students’ own beliefs, values, and behaviors to their physical and emotional wellbeing. Our goal is to help students develop integrity by making choices based on personal values and self-knowledge.
The Grade 9 Physical Health and Wellness course includes instruction in lifetime sports, supervised training on fitness equipment, and certification in CPR. Grade 10 Wellness is a one-quarter class taught by the Upper School counselors. The course provides information pertaining to mental, chemical, and sexual health. The course also fosters a supportive environment to explore, develop, and reflect on personal values and choices.

Physical Health and Wellness 9 (Grade 9)
Wellness (Grade 10)

Physical Health and Wellness 9 (Grade 9)

Physical education classes are centered around a holistic approach to health topics and activities designed to promote the students’ physical and emotional health and well-being. Students explore various topics that promote a healthy sense of self and a positive approach to fitness, nutrition, and healthy habits. The 9th grade course addresses the construction and implementation of goal setting as it relates to overall well-being. Content may include nutrition, mindfulness, and healthy decision-making. This course is also designed to better understand the emotional needs of students and support a program where self-reflection, empathy, and flexibility are emphasized.

Wellness (Grade 10)

This required class for 10th graders introduces the concepts and skills that assist teenagers in being mentally, emotionally, socially, and physically healthy. Students explore their understanding of identity, community, and personal responsibility. The foundational belief of the course is that success and wellness are best achieved when student's values, identity, and behavior align.

This is a process-oriented class exploring concepts through experiential activities, personal reflection, and group discussion. Content and skill areas include: handling stress, communication skills/conflict resolution, mental health issues, chemical health, understanding and establishing boundaries, eating disorders and body image, relationships (familial, romantic, friendship), sexuality, spirituality, and personal integrity.

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