EXPECTATIONS
PHYSICAL EDUCATION, HEALTH AND DANCE

Students will demonstrate the ability to think critically and to work cooperative and or independently to solve problems by:

  • Applying movement concepts and principles to the learning and development of motor skills.
  • Demonstrating responsible personal and social behavior in a physical activity setting.
  • Demonstrating understanding and respect for differences among people in Physical Education.
  • Engaging in self or group expression by creating original or interpreting works of art.
  • Observing and experiencing objects and ideas through a multitude of senses and form forming a sophisticated, informed response.
  • Demonstrating an understanding of the relationships within personal, cultural and historical contexts.
  • Demonstrating the ability to access valid health information and health=promoting products and services.
  • Demonstrating the ability to use goal setting and decision making skills to enhance health
  • Demonstrating the ability to advocate for personal, family, community and environmental health.
Students will demonstrate the acquisition of a body of knowledge as contained in the Rogers High School academic expectations by:
  • Demonstrating competency in many movement forms and proficiency in a few movement forms.
  • Applying movement concepts and principles to the learning and development of motor skills.
  • Engaging in self or group expression by creating original, or interpreting, works of art.
  • Relating arts knowledge and skills within and across the arts and other content areas.
  • Understanding concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention as a foundation for a healthy life.
  • Demonstrating the ability to practice health enhancing behaviors and reduce health risks.
  • Demonstrating the ability to use goal setting and decision making skills to enhance health.
  • Demonstrating the ability to advocate for personal, family, community and environmental health.
Students will demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the rights and responsibilities necessary to learn, live and work in a culturally diverse and democratic society by:
  • Demonstrating responsible personal and social behavior in a physical activity setting.
  • Demonstrating understanding and respect for differences among people in Physical Education.
  • Engaging in self or group expression by creating origin, or interpreting, works of art.
  • Demonstrating an understanding of the relationships within personal, social, cultural, and historical contexts.
  • Analyzing the influence of culture, media, technology and other factors on health.
  • Demonstrating the ability to advocate for personal, family, community and environmental health.
bulletPHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH #821 (Grades 9-10) #831 (Grades (11-12)
.5 Credit – Semester Course – Grades 9-12
Physical Education/Health Education provides all students with opportunities to develop skills and habits that promote lifelong fitness and wellness. Students will actively participate in an environment which encourages lifelong responsibility to physical activity and healthy behaviors. Students who actively participate in Physical Education/Health Education will learn the social aspects, challenges, and leadership opportunities involved with Physical Education/Health Education activities. Through a variety of course options, students learn how a healthy lifestyle supports an improved quality of life.
The successful completion of Physical Education/Health Education is required for all students in each of their four years to be eligible for graduation.
bulletINTRODUCTION TO DANCE #824
.5 Credit – Semester Course – Grades 9-10
This course is designed to introduce the student to the art of dance and its related areas through participation, class discussions, films and guest artists. A variety of dance styles and their backgrounds will be highlighted. Preference will be given to 9th grade students. Department Chair approval is required for 10th graders.
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C- or above in Physical Education.
bulletPERFORMING DANCE #818
1 Credit - Grades 9-12
This course is designed for students with a serious interest in dance. Previous dance experience is recommended since the course is performance oriented. Technique, performance and choreography are stressed. The student will gain stage experience by presenting school and public concerts, performing at other schools and various community programs. For the students who plan to further their dance training, careers in dance, dance for children, dance history, dance therapy and dance production are covered. Students may select special areas of concentration in dance and develop projects unique to each individual.
Prerequisites:
  • Audition
  • Teacher Recommendation
  • Department Chair approval
  • Minimum grade of C- in Physical Education or Introduction to Dance