Physical Education Department at Morton West

Accommodated Physical Education

Course Description

Accommodated Physical Education is for students who, for medical reasons, are unable to participate in regular physical education classes for an extended duration. This class is also for students with other disabilities that merit an adapted curriculum. All curriculum will be modified and adapted so that all students can participate and benefit. The nurse and school administrator will approve student registration of this course. Upon clearance from the doctor, a student will be readmitted to their regularly scheduled physical education class if possible.

CREDIT: 0.5/Semester
TYPE: Elective
GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One semester course

Athletic Physical Education

Course Description

Coach recommendation through the Morton Athletic Department.

The course is recommend for all Morton varsity athletes. Coaches should recommend student-athletes for this class. Student-athletes will be provided with in-season and off-season workouts to improve strength and performance. Sport specific workouts may be requested. Students will learn principals of strength training to improve athletic performance.

CREDIT: 0.5/Semester
TYPE: Elective
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: Coach Recommendation
OFFERED: One semester course

Adventure Education

Course Description

You will be exposed to extensive wall climbing experience with certified climbing instructor Mr. Gianneschi. Along with wall climbing, you will participate in tent building, camping safety, orienteering (working with maps and compasses), while in the pool students will not only swim and become aware of swimming techniques they will also learn to kayak, and some team and individual sports when appropriate. Join this class if you are looking to do something new and different during PE class and still maintain a healthy level of fitness.

CREDIT: 0.5/Semester
TYPE: Elective
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One semester course

Cross Training

Course Description

Students receive advanced instruction and part1c1pate in multiple variations of activities that promote lifetime personal fitness programming. These activities may include Alternative Cardiovascular & Weight Training Programs & Fitness Activities.

CREDIT: 0.5/Semester
TYPE: Elective
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One semester course

Health Education

Course Description

Health Education is a one semester course required for graduation. This class raises each student's health awareness and will help attain individual health goals. Students will enhance their potential for self, family, and community. The course consists of the following health topics as required by the state school code: wellness, growth and development, nutrition, fitness, stress management, non-infectious and infectious disease education (including sexually transmitted diseases and HIV/AIDS prevention), personal hygiene, consumer health, basic first aid/safety, drug use and abuse, mental and emotional health, health related careers, career goal setting, and healthy relationships (including abstinence, dating violence, and child abuse prevention). A variety of class activities, self assessments, videos, and community resources/speakers are strategically woven throughout the semester to enhance the student's learning, their lifestyle choices, and decision making skills.

CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Core
GRADE: 9
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One semester course

Advanced Health 

Course Description

This elective course is geared towards students who have an interest in pursuing a health-related career. Students will study health-related topics not previously reviewed in the state required freshman health course. Topics to be covered will include health-related careers, chronic diseases, substance use and abuse, violence prevention, environmental health, and global and domestic health issues. Through this course, students will evaluate their plans for their future and investigate possible health-related careers as well as develop a greater depth of knowledge of today's health issues.

CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Elective
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: One semester of HEALTH EDUCATION
OFFERED: One semester course

Coaching & Officiating

Course Description

This course provides students with the opportunity to learn rules for soccer, volleyball, basketball, softball/baseball and football. Students will be offered a setting in which to practice application of the rules, proper positioning, signaling, and conflict resolution. Students interested in earning income within the community will be offered a setting in which to develop their skills. The district will assist student with pursing certification to work within the community park districts, feeder schools, and clubs, who are always in need of officials. The course will fulfill the junior or senior year PE requirement. Homework will be assigned.

CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Elective
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of PHYSICAL EDUCATION I AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION II
OFFERED: One year course

Dance of the Decades

Course Description

Dive into the vibrant world of dance with our Dance Fundamentals course! Designed for high school students of all skill levels, this course provides a comprehensive introduction to various dance styles and techniques as well as the development of fitness and conditioning (muscular strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness) through dance. Students will explore a variety of dance styles, developing their technical skills, rhythm, and creative expression.

CREDIT: 0.5/Semester
TYPE: Elective
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One year course

Mind and Body Wellness

Course Description

This class offers instruction in lifelong activities that can be done by all regardless of fitness level or athletic ability. The objective is to improve the physical, social and emotional needs of all students. Students will have the opportunity to participate in daily activity focused on improved physical and mental health. The practice of yoga, pilates, resistance training and cardiovascular exercise goes beyond the physical as it focuses on social and emotional practices that centering the mind and body.

CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Elective
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One semester course

Leadership and Drivers Education

Course Description

Recommended by Freshman PE and Health teacher.

Students learn rules, practice skills and proper officiating techniques in sport and activities offered in the Physical Education Curriculum. The valuable skills learned and practiced will help prepare students for future leadership roles. Successful completion of this course will advance students to the possible role of Physical Education leader. Drivers Education is part of this course and students that successfully complete this portion of the course will earn their drivers permit. Recommended for students interested in a career in education.

CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Elective
GRADE: 10
PREREQUISITE: TEACHER RECOMMENDATION
OFFERED: One year course

FEES: $20.00 + $187.50 (BEHIND THE WHEEL)

Lifesaving

Course Description

Students will receive extensive training in water safety related to equipment based rescues, spinal injury management, victim recognition and facility surveillance. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be Red Cross certified in Lifesaving, CPR, and First Aid. Students will be assigned as lifeguards for swimming classes in the following semesters pending teacher recommendation. Student may also have the opportunity for off campus life guarding employment.

CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Elective
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One semester course

Lifeguarding

Course Description

Students will be assigned as a lifeguard for Physical Education classes and may possibly be responsible for helping teachers to instruct swim techniques to beginners. Lifeguards will be expected to apply water safety knowledge and keep CPR certification current. Successful completion and teacher recommendation will secure lifeguarding position in Physical Education for future semesters.

CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Elective/Honors
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: One semester of LIFESAVING
OFFERED: One semester course

Personal Fitness III

Course Description

This junior-senior level course combines strength training, cardiovascular fitness and functional movement to help you improve your overall health. In this course you will be expected to create and track your fitness goals. Workouts may be individual, small group or whole class.

CREDIT: 0.5/Semester
TYPE: Elective
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One semester course

Physical Education Leader

Course Description

Students apply leadership skills learned in Sophomore Leadership Training classes in order to better assist Physical Education Instructors and students. Students leadership role includes assistance to other students learn and practice individual sport skills, lead warm-ups, and assist students in technique practice and individual development. Future opportunities in this program are dependent on Physical Education Instructor recommendation.

CREDIT: 0.5/Semester
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: One year of LEADERSHIP AND DRIVERS EDUCATION
OFFERED: One year course

Physical Education I

Course Description

Physical education is a required 4 year subject and is part of the total education which contributes to the development of the individual through participation in physical activity. Daily practices are provided in a variety of physical activities with emphasis on basic skill development in individual and team activities, concentration on improved physical fitness and awareness for the need of lifetime fitness and sport activity. Freshman physical education activities may include: Swimming, Track & Field, Basketball, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Soccer, Weight Training, Cardio Training, Wall-Climbing at Morton West, CrossFit at Freshman Center, and Fitness Testing.

CREDIT: 0.5/Semester
GRADE: 9
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One year course

Physical Education II

Course Description

Physical education is a required 4-year subject and is part of the total education which contributes to the development of the individual through participation in physical activity. Daily practices are provided in a variety of physical activities with emphasis on individual lifelong sports, team activities and individual fitness, concentration on improved physical fitness and awareness for the need of lifetime fitness and sport activity. Sophomore physical education activities may include: Lifesaving, Badminton, Pickle-Ball, Ultimate Frisbee, Swimming, Basketball, Flickerball, Floor Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Team Handball, Flag Football, Volleyball, Weight Training, Cardio Training, and Fitness Training/Testing. If recommended, sophomore students can also be enrolled in Leadership or Lifesaving for their sophomore PE course.

CREDIT: 0.5/Semester
GRADE: 10
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One year course

Physical Education III

Course Description

Students receive advanced instruction and participate in Team and Individual Sport activities which may include but not limited to Badminton, Tennis, Pickle-Ball, and Swimming for the individual sport section. Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Team Handball, Korfball, Football and Volleyball for the team sport section.

CREDIT: 0.5/Semester
GRADE: 11
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One year course

Unified Physical Education

Course Description

Students will work alongside their peers with special needs students to provide physical, mental and emotional support in a physical education setting. Students will serve as a Peer Buddy while experiencing the reward of fostering student success in team sports, fitness and SEL activities. This class is recommended for anyone interested in pursuing a career in education.

CREDIT: 1.0
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One year course