Three credits of Physical Education are a requirement for an Alberta high school diploma.
The aim of the Physical Education program is to provide students with the opportunity to develop physical literacy and to enable individuals to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to lead an active, healthy lifestyle. The program emphasizes active living, with a focus on the physical activity that is valued and integrated into daily life. Strong evidence exists that physical activity contributes to the overall well-being of individuals. People of all ages can substantially improve their health and quality of life by including a moderate amount of physical activity into their daily routines. Participation in physical activity contributes to physical, mental and social well-being, providing benefits to the individual and the community. Through the curriculum, our goal is 100% enjoyable participation.
Please be aware that CrossFit, Personal Fitness, Medical Studies and Sports Medicine will have overlapping course work.
Courses
3 credits
Successful completion of CALM 20 is a requirement for an Alberta Education diploma and for Bellerose graduation.
The aim of Career and Life Management (CALM) is to enable students to make well-informed, considered decisions and choices in all aspects of their lives and to develop behaviours and attitudes that contribute to the well-being and respect of self and others, now and in the future. Units include Personal and Interpersonal Relationships, Financial Management, and Career Planning.
Prerequisite: none. Please note that CALM 20 is run as an "unscheduled' course.
5 credits per course
Fee: $40 for each level
Please be aware that CrossFit, Personal Fitness, Medical Studies and Sports Medicine will have overlapping course work.
Students selecting this course will complete five or more CTS modules from the Recreation Leadership, Human and Social Services, and Health Care Services strands. Students will learn and execute workouts and fitness testing made up of safe, functional movements with a teacher and CrossFit® Level 2 Trainer.
Prerequisite: none
5 credits per course
Fee: $40 per level
Please be aware that CrossFit, Personal Fitness, Medical Studies and Sports Medicine will have overlapping course work.
Students selecting this course will complete five or more CTS modules from the Recreation Leadership, Human and Social Services, and Health Care Services strands. Classes will focus on broad, general and inclusive fitness. Students will also delve into other wellness topics, such as nutrition, anatomy, physiology, flexibility and mobility.
Prerequisite: none
| 5 credits per course | ||
| Fees: | $40 | PE 20 |
| $60 | PE 30 | |
PE 10 is designed to move students through a series of healthy lifestyle activities. The emphasis will be on daily participation, physical activity and wellness. PE 10 is a graduation requirement. In PE 20 and PE 30, students will be introduced to lifetime skill activities. Participants will build leadership experience and continue to explore the dimensions of Physical Education with a continued focus on the topics covered in PE 10. The emphasis will be on daily participation, physical activity and wellness activities. Previous PE field trips have included golf, scuba, rock climbing, bowling and archery.
Prerequisite: none for PE 10, PE 10 for PE 20, PE 20 for PE 30
| 6 credits per course | ||
| Fees: | $20 | PE 20/CALM |
| $20 | PE 30/CALM | |
These courses allow students to complete the PE curriculum, focussing on a series of wellness and fitness activities, while concurrently fulfilling the CALM 20 requirements. Students will work toward developing positive skills in interpersonal relationships and leadership.
Prerequisite: none for PE 10/CALM, PE 10 for PE 20/CALM, PE 20 for PE 30/CALM
| 6 credits per course | ||
| Fees: | $20 | PE 20 + Yoga |
| $20 | PE 30 + Yoga | |
In these courses, students will learn yoga postures, strength, flexibility, fitness and relaxation techniques for three credits. Students will also learn strategies which support a healthy and active lifestyle for three credits in either Physical Education 10, 20 or 30.
Prerequisite: none for Yoga/PE 10, PE 10 for Yoga/PE 20, PE 20 for Yoga/PE 30.