SENIOR HIGH
HEALTH SCIENCE / PHYSICAL EDUCATION

School Year: 2024-2025  /  Number of Courses: 39

Department Overview

AUHSD recognizes the critical relationship between healthy, physically fit students and academic achievement. Physical education and Health Science are vital elements in a comprehensive, well designed educational program. We believe the physical, mental, and emotional health of students and their success in school are intimately linked. Healthy and physically fit students are more likely to make healthy choices, realize their potential, avoid risky behaviors, and have good mental/emotional health. Our mission is to develop health and physical education literacy in all students. Health literate individuals understand scientifically based principles of health promotion and disease prevention, incorporate that knowledge into personal health-related attitudes and behaviors, and make good health a personal priority. Physically educated students have the necessary movement skills to participate confidently in various forms of physical activity, value physical fitness and understand the connection between overall health and fitness. Health Science and Physical Education courses work together to provide each student with the knowledge and opportunity to work towards his or her maximum physiological development; motivate students to maintain a high level of physical fitness and good health throughout life; improve the student's self-image; and provide knowledge and skills which can be used by students to maintain their health throughout life.

 


HE100 HEALTH SCIENCE 1
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


This course is designed to meet the health needs and interests of today’s high school student. The course is consistent with the state California Health Framework requirements and the Content and Performance Standards. Nutrition and Physical Activity, Growth, Development and Sexual Health, Injury Prevention and Safety, Alcohol, Tobacco and other Drugs, Mental, Emotional and Social Health, Personal and Community Health will all be covered. This course addresses the state legal requirements for instruction covering the use, misuse, and abuse of chemical substances, AB 329 "The California Healthy Youth Act", and emergency first aid procedures.



HE300F LIFE MANAGEMENT
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Successful completion of Health Science.
UC - "G" Approved

Students analyze the challenges facing them as they anticipate living on their own by practicing skills that will be taught in the course. Students will research and evaluate post high school education and training, job and career development, finances and budgeting, independent living including housing decisions, personal health, foods and nutrition, preparation for marriage, child rearing and facing life problems as an adult. Upon leaving the course students will exercise responsible decision making in relation to college and career. Satisfies the Career Education requirement.



HE300S LIFE MANAGEMENT
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Successful completion of Health Science.
UC - "G" Approved

Students analyze the challenges facing them as they anticipate living on their own by practicing skills that will be taught in the course. Students will research and evaluate post high school education and training, job and career development, finances and budgeting, independent living including housing decisions, personal health, foods and nutrition, preparation for marriage, child rearing and facing life problems as an adult. Upon leaving the course students will exercise responsible decision making in relation to college and career. Satisfies the Career Education requirement.



HE910 HEALTH SCIENCE 1
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


This course is designed to meet the health needs and interests of today's high school student. The course is consistent with the California State Health Framework requirements and the Content and Performance Standards. o Personal Healtho Consumer and Community Healtho Injury Prevention and Safetyo Alcohol, Tobacco and other drugso Nutrition; Environmental Healtho Family Livingo Individual Growth and Developmento Communicable and Chronic DiseasesThis course addresses the state legal requirements for instruction covering the use, misuse, and abuse of chemical substances, sexually transmitted diseases, and emergency first aid procedures.



HE999 HEALTH ELECTIVE CREDIT
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


Elective credit for students who took a Health elective course outside of the Anaheim Union High School District.



PE100F PHYSICAL EDUCATION 1
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


This coeducation course is designed for students to; develop skills, gain knowledge and apply movement patterns in; Aquatics, Rhythms/Dance, and Individual and Dual Activities, as well as the Effects of Physical Activity on Health and Mechanics of Body Movement. Theories, rules and regulations, techniques, strategies and tactics, positive social skills and safety are taught and emphasized during all of the activities. Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of and competency in a variety of motor skills, achieve a health related level of physical fitness, demonstrate knowledge of fitness concepts, and learn the value of positive psychological and sociological strategies that apply to the needs of individuals in a diverse society This course may typically include, but is not limited to units on: Yoga, Pilates, Tae Bo, Health-Related Fitness, Badminton, Volleyball, Pickelball, Frisbee Golf, Tennis, Handball, Track & Field, Fitness, Tumbling, Dance, Weight/Resistance Training, CPR/First Aid. Also included during this course is the California state mandated physical fitness test. AUHSD designates FITNESSGRAM as the official physical performance test to measure physical fitness.



PE100S PHYSICAL EDUCATION 1
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


This coeducation course is designed for students to; develop skills, gain knowledge and apply movement patterns in; Aquatics, Rhythms/Dance, and Individual and Dual Activities, as well as the Effects of Physical Activity on Health and Mechanics of Body Movement. Theories, rules and regulations, techniques, strategies and tactics, positive social skills and safety are taught and emphasized during all of the activities. Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of and competency in a variety of motor skills, achieve a health related level of physical fitness, demonstrate knowledge of fitness concepts, and learn the value of positive psychological and sociological strategies that apply to the needs of individuals in a diverse society This course may typically include, but is not limited to units on: Yoga, Pilates, Tae Bo, Health-Related Fitness, Badminton, Volleyball, Pickelball, Frisbee Golf, Tennis, Handball, Track & Field, Fitness, Tumbling, Dance, Weight/Resistance Training, CPR/First Aid. Also included during this course is the California state mandated physical fitness test. AUHSD designates FITNESSGRAM as the official physical performance test to measure physical fitness.



PE101F PE 1 FOR ATHLETES
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 1 for Athletes must align to the PE 1 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 1 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 1 requirement for 9th graders also participating in after-school athletics.



PE101S PE 1 FOR ATHLETES
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 1 for Athletes must align to the PE 1 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 1 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 1 requirement for 9th graders also participating in after-school athletics.



PE102F PE 1-MARCHING BAND
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 1-Marching Band must align to the PE 1 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 1 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 1 requirement for 9th graders also participating in the Marching Band program.



PE102S PE 1-MARCHING BAND
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 1-Marching Band must align to the PE 1 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 1 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 1 requirement for 9th graders also participating in the Marching Band program.



PE103F PE 1-DANCE A
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 1 - Dance A must align to the PE 1 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 1 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 1 requirement for 9th graders also participating in the dance program.



PE103S PE 1-DANCE A
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 1 - Dance A must align to the PE 1 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 1 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 1 requirement for 9th graders also participating in the dance program.



PE104F PE 1-DANCE B
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 1 - Dance B must align to the PE 1 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 1 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 1 requirement for 9th graders also participating in the advanced dance program.



PE104S PE 1-DANCE B
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 1 - Dance B must align to the PE 1 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 1 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 1 requirement for 9th graders also participating in the advanced dance program.



PE105F JROTC DRILL 1
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Teacher recommendation.
UC - "F" Approved

This JROTC course consistently includes physical fitness, aerobic, and other forms of exercise including extensive marching and performance drill routines. Students rehearse, perform and compete outside the normal day, and do so throughout the school year. This course satisfies the Physical Education graduation requirement as of the 19-20 school year.



PE105S JROTC DRILL 1
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Teacher recommendation.
UC - "F" Approved

This JROTC course consistently includes physical fitness, aerobic, and other forms of exercise including extensive marching and performance drill routines. Students rehearse, perform and compete outside the normal day, and do so throughout the school year. This course satisfies the Physical Education graduation requirement as of the 19-20 school year.



PE106F INDEPENDENT PE 1
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
To be approved for Independent PE by the Assistant Superintendent of Education, the participating student must show proof of national ranking in a competitive sport.


To be approved for Independent PE by the Assistant Superintendent of Education, the participating student must show proof of national ranking in a competitive sport.



PE106S INDEPENDENT PE 1
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
To be approved for Independent PE by the Assistant Superintendent of Education, the participating student must show proof of national ranking in a competitive sport.


To be approved for Independent PE by the Assistant Superintendent of Education, the participating student must show proof of national ranking in a competitive sport.



PE200F PHYSICAL EDUCATION 2
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


This coeducational course is designed for students to; develop skills, gain knowledge and apply movement patterns in; combatives, gymnastics and tumbling, and team activities, as well as the Effects of Physical Activity on Health and Mechanics of Body Movement. Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of and competency in motor skills, movement patterns, and strategies needed to perform a variety of physical activities. Students will work to achieve a level of physical fitness for health and performance while participating in challenging physical activities. Students will develop physical fitness plans with specific activities and based on feedback from skill acquisition and performance while participating in physical activities for personal enjoyment. Students will accept personal responsibility to maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for physical activity while recognizing the role of cooperation and positive interactions with others when participating in physical activity. This course will encourage students to evaluate the positive psychological benefits of physical activity and be supportive and inclusive of individuals of all ability levels. This course may typically include, but is not limited to units on: Health Related Fitness, Cardiorespiratory Endurance, Circuit Training, Bones and Muscles, Nutrition and Hydration, Activity and Sleep, Fitness Plans, Combatives, Gymnastics/Tumbling, Local Recreation, CPR/First Aid.



PE200S PHYSICAL EDUCATION 2
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


This coeducational course is designed for students to; develop skills, gain knowledge and apply movement patterns in; combatives, gymnastics and tumbling, and team activities, as well as the Effects of Physical Activity on Health and Mechanics of Body Movement. Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of and competency in motor skills, movement patterns, and strategies needed to perform a variety of physical activities. Students will work to achieve a level of physical fitness for health and performance while participating in challenging physical activities. Students will develop physical fitness plans with specific activities and based on feedback from skill acquisition and performance while participating in physical activities for personal enjoyment. Students will accept personal responsibility to maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for physical activity while recognizing the role of cooperation and positive interactions with others when participating in physical activity. This course will encourage students to evaluate the positive psychological benefits of physical activity and be supportive and inclusive of individuals of all ability levels. This course may typically include, but is not limited to units on: Health Related Fitness, Cardiorespiratory Endurance, Circuit Training, Bones and Muscles, Nutrition and Hydration, Activity and Sleep, Fitness Plans, Combatives, Gymnastics/Tumbling, Local Recreation, CPR/First Aid.



PE201F PE 2 FOR ATHLETES
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 2 for Athletes must align to the PE 2 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 2 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 2 requirement for 10th graders also participating in after-school athletics.



PE201S PE 2 FOR ATHLETES
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 2 for Athletes must align to the PE 2 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 2 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 2 requirement for 10th graders also participating in after-school athletics.



PE202F PE 2-MARCHING BAND
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 2-Marching Band must align to the PE 2 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 2 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 2 requirement for 10th graders also participating in the Marching Band program.



PE202S PE 2-MARCHING BAND
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 2-Marching Band must align to the PE 2 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 2 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 2 requirement for 10th graders also participating in the Marching Band program.



PE203F PE 2-DANCE A
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 2-Dance A must align to the PE 2 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 2 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 2 requirement for 10th graders also participating in the dance program.



PE203S PE 2-DANCE A
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 2-Dance A must align to the PE 2 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 2 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 2 requirement for 10th graders also participating in the dance program.



PE204F PE 2-DANCE B
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 2-Dance B must align to the PE 2 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 2 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 2 requirement for 10th graders also participating in the advanced dance program.



PE204S PE 2-DANCE B
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
PE 2-Dance B must align to the PE 2 curriculum and adhere to the required 400 minutes of instruction every 10 school days.


This course is directly aligned to the Physical Education 2 curriculum and it satisfies the Physical Education 2 requirement for 10th graders also participating in the advanced dance program.



PE205F JROTC DRILL 2
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Teacher recommendation.
UC - "F" Approved

This JROTC course consistently includes physical fitness, aerobic, and other forms of exercise including extensive marching and performance drill routines. Students rehearse, perform and compete outside the normal day, and do so throughout the school year. This course satisfies the Physical Education graduation requirement as of the 19-20 school year.



PE205S JROTC DRILL 2
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Teacher recommendation.
UC - "F" Approved

This JROTC course consistently includes physical fitness, aerobic, and other forms of exercise including extensive marching and performance drill routines. Students rehearse, perform and compete outside the normal day, and do so throughout the school year. This course satisfies the Physical Education graduation requirement as of the 19-20 school year.



PE206F INDEPENDENT PE 2
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
To be approved for Independent PE by the Assistant Superintendent of Education, the participating student must show proof of national ranking in a competitive sport.


To be approved for Independent PE by the Assistant Superintendent of Education, the participating student must show proof of national ranking in a competitive sport.



PE206S INDEPENDENT PE 2
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
To be approved for Independent PE by the Assistant Superintendent of Education, the participating student must show proof of national ranking in a competitive sport.


To be approved for Independent PE by the Assistant Superintendent of Education, the participating student must show proof of national ranking in a competitive sport.



PE300F LIFETIME SPORTS
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
New course as of 19-20 school year. For elective credit only.


This coeducation course is designed for students to; develop skills, gain knowledge and apply movement patterns that focus on the physical fitness and lifetime skills needed to participate in various individual and team sports. Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of and competency in motor skills, movement patterns, and strategies needed to perform a variety of sports related activities. Students will work to achieve a level of physical fitness for health and performance while participating in enjoyable and challenging sports related activities. Students will accept personal responsibility to maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for all sports related activities while recognizing the role of cooperation and positive interactions with others when participating in all sports related activities. Through the participation in this course, students will be exposed to several sports related activities, where students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to become an educated participant and spectator. The involvement in a variety of sports related activities will provide an atmosphere that is enjoyable to the participants, promotes cooperation among peers and develops an appreciation for the degree of fitness necessary to participate. This course may typically include, but is not limited to units on: Cycling, Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Golf, Handball/Racquetball, Jogging/Running, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee/Football, Volleyball and other sports related activities.



PE300S LIFETIME SPORTS
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
New course as of 19-20 school year. For elective credit only.


This coeducation course is designed for students to; develop skills, gain knowledge and apply movement patterns that focus on the physical fitness and lifetime skills needed to participate in various individual and team sports. Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of and competency in motor skills, movement patterns, and strategies needed to perform a variety of sports related activities. Students will work to achieve a level of physical fitness for health and performance while participating in enjoyable and challenging sports related activities. Students will accept personal responsibility to maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for all sports related activities while recognizing the role of cooperation and positive interactions with others when participating in all sports related activities. Through the participation in this course, students will be exposed to several sports related activities, where students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to become an educated participant and spectator. The involvement in a variety of sports related activities will provide an atmosphere that is enjoyable to the participants, promotes cooperation among peers and develops an appreciation for the degree of fitness necessary to participate. This course may typically include, but is not limited to units on: Cycling, Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Golf, Handball/Racquetball, Jogging/Running, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee/Football, Volleyball and other sports related activities.



PE301F STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
New course as of 19-20 school year. For elective credit only.


This coeducation course is designed for students to; develop skills, gain knowledge and apply movement patterns that focus on the physical fitness and lifetime skills needed to participate in various strength and conditioning activities. Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of and competency in motor skills, movement patterns, and strategies needed to perform a variety of strength and conditioning activities. Students will work to achieve a level of physical fitness for health and performance while participating in enjoyable and challenging strength and conditioning activities.. Students will accept personal responsibility to maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for all strength and conditioning related activities while recognizing the role of cooperation and positive interactions with others. The involvement in a variety of strength and conditioning related activities will provide an atmosphere that is enjoyable to the participants, promotes cooperation among peers and develops an appreciation for the degree of fitness necessary to participate. This course may typically include, but is not limited to units on: basic principles of strength training & conditioning for personal fitness and development, instruction in proper lifts & principles of strength training and conditioning, systematic strength training, plyometric (explosion) training, powerlifting, Crossfit, speed & agility training, physiology of exercise, development of a weight-training program based on a personal fitness goals, and other strength and conditioning related activities.



PE301S STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
New course as of 19-20 school year. For elective credit only.


This coeducation course is designed for students to; develop skills, gain knowledge and apply movement patterns that focus on the physical fitness and lifetime skills needed to participate in various strength and conditioning activities. Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of and competency in motor skills, movement patterns, and strategies needed to perform a variety of strength and conditioning activities. Students will work to achieve a level of physical fitness for health and performance while participating in enjoyable and challenging strength and conditioning activities.. Students will accept personal responsibility to maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for all strength and conditioning related activities while recognizing the role of cooperation and positive interactions with others. The involvement in a variety of strength and conditioning related activities will provide an atmosphere that is enjoyable to the participants, promotes cooperation among peers and develops an appreciation for the degree of fitness necessary to participate. This course may typically include, but is not limited to units on: basic principles of strength training & conditioning for personal fitness and development, instruction in proper lifts & principles of strength training and conditioning, systematic strength training, plyometric (explosion) training, powerlifting, Crossfit, speed & agility training, physiology of exercise, development of a weight-training program based on a personal fitness goals, and other strength and conditioning related activities.



PE302F FLEXIBILITY & ENDURANCE
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
New course for the 19-20 school year. For elective credit only.


This coeducation course is designed for students to; develop skills, gain knowledge and apply movement patterns that focus on the physical fitness and lifetime skills needed to participate in various flexibility and endurance activities. Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of and competency in motor skills, movement patterns, and strategies needed to perform a variety of flexibility and endurance activities. Students will work to achieve a level of physical fitness for health and performance while participating in enjoyable and challenging flexibility and endurance activities. Students will accept personal responsibility to maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for all sports related activities while recognizing the role of cooperation and positive interactions with others when participating in all flexibility and endurance activities. Students will accept personal responsibility to maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for all flexibility and endurance related activities while recognizing the role of cooperation and positive interactions with others. The involvement in a variety of flexibility and endurance related activities will provide an atmosphere that is enjoyable to the participants, promotes cooperation among peers and develops an appreciation for the degree of fitness necessary to participate. This course may typically include, but is not limited to units on: injury prevention, target heart rate, yoga, mindful movement, mat pilates, circuit training, step-aerobics, cardio-kickboxing, Zumba, Insanity®, P90X®, Tabata, HIIT: high intensity interval training, and other flexibility and endurance related activities.



PE302S FLEXIBILITY & ENDURANCE
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
New course for the 19-20 school year. For elective credit only.


This coeducation course is designed for students to; develop skills, gain knowledge and apply movement patterns that focus on the physical fitness and lifetime skills needed to participate in various flexibility and endurance activities. Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of and competency in motor skills, movement patterns, and strategies needed to perform a variety of flexibility and endurance activities. Students will work to achieve a level of physical fitness for health and performance while participating in enjoyable and challenging flexibility and endurance activities. Students will accept personal responsibility to maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for all sports related activities while recognizing the role of cooperation and positive interactions with others when participating in all flexibility and endurance activities. Students will accept personal responsibility to maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for all flexibility and endurance related activities while recognizing the role of cooperation and positive interactions with others. The involvement in a variety of flexibility and endurance related activities will provide an atmosphere that is enjoyable to the participants, promotes cooperation among peers and develops an appreciation for the degree of fitness necessary to participate. This course may typically include, but is not limited to units on: injury prevention, target heart rate, yoga, mindful movement, mat pilates, circuit training, step-aerobics, cardio-kickboxing, Zumba, Insanity®, P90X®, Tabata, HIIT: high intensity interval training, and other flexibility and endurance related activities.