Physical Education

Physical Education is an important part of each student's educational program. Various activities will provide for physical and mental development as well as social-personal interactions and moral ethical comprehension.

The outcomes of a quality physical education program is a physically educated person who:

Has learned skills necessary to perform a variety of physical activities.
Is physically fit.
Does participate regularly in physical activity.
Knows the implications of and the benefits from involvement in physical activities.
Values physical activity and it’s contributions to a healthful lifestyle.

The Health Department of Notre Dame High School is designed to provide health-related information facing today's society with emphasis placed on promoting beneficial health practices that could add years to their lives and influence students to take positive actions about their well-being.

Physical Education and Health

Driver's Education

2.5 Credits 40 Minutes, 1 Semester
river Education is required for one semester. This course is designed to produce safe, efficient and defensive drivers. Students will be graded on written tests, projects, quizzes, homework and completion of the required state driver examination. Students may not request Drivers’ Education in a specific semester because of their birthday.

Physical Education 10

First Aid/ Personal Fitness (11)

2.5 Credits 40 Minutes, 1 Semester
The American Red Cross First Aid course is required for one marking period. This course prepares students to recognize and appropriately respond to emergencies in the home and the community. Students will be trained in adult and pediatric first aid, CPR, and AED any may attain American Red Cross certification. One marking period will be devoted to wellness and optimum levels of health. Students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to reach and maintain the appropriate levels of fitness across the lifespan, culminating in students designing and implementing a comprehensive personalized fitness plan.

Physical Education

Physical Education 12

Physical Education/Senior Option

Senior students who have been two-sport athletes on the Varsity or JV level for two separate years may request to apply for this option which excuses them from Physical Education Senior Year. This option must be signed by the student, parent(s), coach(s), and counselor. Through their participation in the Notre Dame Varsity or JV sports program, these students will acquire 2.5 PE credits in their senior year.

Dance Performance Class

3.0 Credits Period 9, 1 Semester
This course is designed for the student with advanced training and experience in dance. A variety of difficult styles and repertoire will be studied. Enrollment for this course is by audition and the judgment of the teacher. The Dance Performance Class will perform in the annual Dance Show in January as part of the course. This class meets at 6 p.m. on Mondays. Please note: Students may elect to have dance performance count toward Art OR PE credits. Upon registration, students will be asked to make a designation. If no designation is made, the course will default to an Art elective.

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