Physical education classes at Bishop Kelly High School will provide students with a formal introduction to those types of physical activities which will lead to lifelong physical fitness.
 

Classes Offered 2006/2007:

HEALTH - One Semester
Grade Levels: 9, 10, 11, 12

The students have been blessed with one body, mind, and spirit. The Health Curriculum will provide the practical knowledge that will assist students in making healthy life-style choices to maximize continuing wellness throughout life. Student’s health is in their hands more so today than ever before. Risk of getting chronic disease increases dramatically by developing negative health habits. Students will be encouraged to make choices that will facilitate the students understanding the importance of physical fitness, healthy diet, and mental and spiritual health. The students will take self-inventory of their current life-style and choices they make and evaluate how their quality and quantity of life are impacted by these current choices. This course will assist in providing students with the information needed to make healthy life-style choices which will benefit their overall quality of life, socially, mentally, and physically.


SPORTS MEDICINE - One or Two Semesters
Grade Levels: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Fall Semester – None
Spring Semester – Must complete and pass the fall semester class

This is an introductory course to sports medicine, which will provide the student with an opportunity to learn about sports medicine and related health care fields. This is a participatory class consisting of classroom and lab work.

The Fall Semester will focus on learning about Bishop Kelly’s sports medicine team and how it is managed as well as, hands-on athletic training skills. Hands-on skills will include first aid skills, CPR certification, taping, wrapping, simple wound care, emergency procedures, athletic practice management, and athletic game management. This semester requires 20 hours of practical experience (in the training room and/or during games) outside of the classroom.

The Spring Semester will focus on the science of athletic training, including basic human anatomy, physiology, and rehabilitation as it relates to common athletic injuries. Students will also learn about common fitness, strengthening and flexibility activities for the purpose of preventing injuries. Their hands-on student athletic training skills will be advanced and improved throughout this semester. This semester requires 20 hours of practical experience outside of the classroom.