Lockport Township High School District 205 2021-2022 Course Catalog

ATHLETIC TRAINING - INTRODUCTION TO - PE1419
Length of Course:
One Semester
Credit:
.5 Credit
Grade Placement: 11, 12
Prerequisite:
Recommendation of Instructor
State Code:
08017A000
Course Description: This is a class in the science and skill of athletic training. The class will cover human anatomy and how it relates to movement. The diagnosis and treatment of common
athletic injuries will be covered. Common taping techniques will be covered and practiced. Students will dress for class when instructor covers rehabilitation procedures.
BEGINNING DANCE STUDIES - PE1422
Length of Course:
One Semester
Credit:
.5 Credit
Grade Placement: 11, 12
Prerequisite:
None
State Code:
05001A000
Course Description: This is a course in the art, craft, and science of dance for beginning level dancers. This course may not be repeated in the same school year without teacher
permission. The purpose of this class is to introduce students to basic technical, sensory, expressive, and formal elements of dance to foster appreciation and includes technical work,
improvisation, compositional work, and studio performances.
GYM LEADER - JUNIOR - PE1464
Length of Course:
One Semester
Credit:
.5 Credit
Grade Placement: 11, 12
Prerequisite:
Recommendation of 9 th and 10 th grade instructor and approval of Department Chairperson
State Code:
22995A000
Course Description: Students will receive training in activities that are offered through the PE Department. Warm-up activities, attendance taking, and teaching of basic skills will be covered.
Upon successful completion of this class, students must be enrolled as student leaders/aides for the PE department during their senior year. Students must be committed to the program
for their Junior and Senior years. No P.E. exemptions will be allowed for these students. Students must receive a minimum grade of B on the Porter Cardio Assessment to remain in the
program.
GYM LEADER - SENIOR - PE1467
Length of Course:
One Semester
Credit:
.5 Credit
Grade Placement: 11, 12
Prerequisite:
This course requires consent from the instructor and completion of the Junior Gym Leader experiences.
State Code:
22995A000
Course Description: This course may be repeated for an additional semester. Students will be assigned to an instructor during their hour of physical education. They will serve as an aide
to that instructor by participating in attendance, warm-up, locker room help, demonstration, and officiating. Students must receive a minimum grade of B on the Porter Cardio Assessment
to remain in the program.
ADVENTURE EDUCATION 1 – PE14311 (1 st Semester)
Length of Course:
One Semester
Credit:
.5 Credit
Grade Placement: 11, 12
Prerequisite:
None
State Code:
08004A000
Course Description: This class requires consent from a P.E. teacher or Department Chairperson and can be taken for both semesters. This class is open to juniors and seniors, but may
only be taken 1 semester during those two years. This course is ONLY offered in Semester 1. This class provides challenges for students interested in adventure activities. This course is
one of two Adventure Education course offerings. In this course, the students will gain knowledge and insight into the following adventure activities: kayaking, archery, orienteering,
wilderness conservation, wilderness first aid and adventure activity research. Through these activities, students will gain self-confidence and learn how to trust, cooperate, and
communicate more effectively with each other in this unique setting. This course includes a mandatory swim component for kayaking. No exemptions will be permitted.
ADVENTURE EDUCATION 2 – PE14312 (2 nd Semester)
Length of Course:
One Semester
Credit:
.5 Credit
Grade Placement: 11, 12
Prerequisite:
None
State Code:
08004A000
Course Description: This class requires consent from a P.E. teacher or Department Chairperson and can be taken for both semesters. This class is open to juniors and seniors, but may
only be taken 1 semester during those two years. This course is ONLY offered in Semester 2. This class provides a continuation of challenges from the Adventure 1 course for students
interested in adventure activities. In this course, the students will gain knowledge and insight into the following adventure activities: climbing, camping, wilderness survival, wilderness first
aid and expedition planning. Through these activities, students will gain self-confidence and learn how to trust, cooperate, and communicate more effectively with each other in this unique
setting.
GROUP/PERSONAL FITNESS-PE1471
Length of Course:
One Semester
Credit:
.5 Credit
Grade Placement: 11, 12
Prerequisite:
None
State Code:
08016A000
Course Description: Fun and challenging activities to enhance fitness such as cardiovascular training, strength training, Zumba, and Yoga. Nutrition and wellness are also topics discussed
in this course.
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