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Physical Education
PE Course #5101-5102
Full Year = 1 credit
Grade: 9
Fee: $20 ($10 for Reed High School PE shirt and optional $10 for shorts if unable to provide own)
This course is designed for all grade levels in which students are introduced to a variety of sports in three to five-week units. These sports are divided into three categories: lifetime, team, and individual. Activities may include aerobics, badminton, basketball, flag football, jogging, pickle ball, soccer, softball, tennis, track, volleyball, and weight training. Emphasis is on the teaching of rules, skills, and strategies in the instructional sports as well as the recreational aspects of team sports. There are daily warm-up activities, which include cardiovascular runs and calisthenics. Students are expected to dress out in the required PE uniform daily.
PE 10-11-12 Course #5109-5110
Full Year = 1 credit
Grades: 10-12
Fee: $20 ($10 for Reed High School PE shirt and optional $10 for shorts if unable to provide own)
This course is designed for students in grades 10-12 in which students are introduced to a variety of sports in three to five-week units. These sports are divided into three categories: lifetime, team, and individual. Activities may include aerobics, badminton, basketball, flag football, jogging, pickle ball, soccer, softball, tennis, track, volleyball, and weight training. Emphasis is on the teaching of rules, skills, and strategies in the instructional sports as well as the recreational aspects of team sports. There are daily warm-up activities, which include cardiovascular runs and calisthenics. Students are expected to dress out in the required PE uniform daily.
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Athletic Conditioning/Weight Training
Athletic Conditioning/Weight Training Course #5215-5216
Full Year = 1 credit
Grades: 9 (Reed athletes only), 10-12
Fee: $20 ($10 for Reed High School PE shirt and optional $10 for shorts if unable to provide own)
This course is designed for those competitive athletes with previous weight training experience. This class will focus specifically on the physical and psychological needs of the competitive athlete in the areas of weight training, flexibility, plyometrics, and performance enhancement skills (i.e., relaxation, visual imagery, and goal setting). Students, with the help of the instructor, will develop and follow an individualized sport specific computerized strength-training program. Instructor approval recommended.Advanced Football Conditioning Course #5227-5228
Full Year = 1 credit
Grades: 11, 12
Fee: $20 ($10 for Reed High School PE shirt and optional $10 for shorts if unable to provide own) Prerequisite: Instructor Approval
This course requires instructor approval and is designed for those athletes who excel in the Olympic core lifts. This class will focus specifically on the physical and psychological needs of the football athlete in the areas of weight training, flexibility, plyometrics, conditioning, and performance enhancement skills (i.e., relaxation, visual imagery, positive affirmation, film evaluation, and goal setting). Students, with the help of the instructor, will develop and follow an individualized football specific computerized strength-training program.
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Volleyball
Volleyball Course #5191-5192
Full Year = 1 credit
Grades: 9-12
Fee: $20 ($10 for Reed High School PE shirt and optional $10 for shorts if unable to provide own)
This course will include the basic skills of volleyball: passing, setting, serving, attaching, and rules of the game. Also, other net sports will be included such as tennis, badminton, and volley-tennis. Emphasis will be on team and skill-building techniques.
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Basketball
Basketball Conditioning Course #5203-5204
Full Year = 1 credit
Grades: 9-12
Fee: $20 ($10 for Reed High School PE shirt and optional $10 for shorts if unable to provide own)
This course is designed for students who want to play the game of basketball to the best of their ability. The class will include in-depth instruction on the fundamental aspects of the game (shooting, dribbling, passing, defense, etc.). It is also designed to teach various team concepts, such as person-to-person defense, zone defense, offensive strategies, historical basketball facts and rules that govern the game.
Advanced Basketball Conditioning Course #5205-5206
Full Year = 1 credit
Fee: $20 ($10 for Reed High School PE shirt and optional $10 for shorts if unable to provide own)
Prerequisite: Approval of Instructor. At least one year of competitive basketball experience. Returning Athletes who have been in the program will be given spots first.
This course is designed to prepare the competitive basketball player for the competitive season. Course content will include: Daily strength, conditioning and explosive movement training, varsity level basketball-specific skill development, agility work, and team play combination of activities designed to prepare the athlete both physically and mentally. The athlete should have a strong base and background in basketball and a good understanding of basketball fundamentals.
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Soccer
Soccer & Conditioning Course #5236-5237
Full Year = 1 credit
Grades: 9-12
Fee: $20 ($10 for Reed High School PE shirt and optional $10 for shorts if unable to provide own)
This course introduces the student to the fundamental skills and philosophy of soccer. Students considering this class should be able to execute the fundamentals of the game and it is recommended that they have some prior experience. Soccer drills will be used to enhance dribbling, passing, shooting on goal, defensive play and overall game strategy. Emphasis will be placed on team play, individual skill improvement and developing a greater understanding of the game. Students should also be aware that sports conditioning will be focused on while participating in this class both indoors and outdoors throughout the semester. The curriculum of this course is aligned with state academic standards.
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Yoga/Power Walking
Introduction to Yoga/Power Walking Course #5035-5036
Full Year = 1 credit
Grades: 10-12
Fee: $20 ($10 for Reed High School PE shirt and optional $10 for shorts if unable to provide own)
Intro to Yoga/Power Walking: This course is designed to introduce the student to power walking and yoga, along with a variety of aerobics as life-long physical activities. Walking will be done throughout the semester/year with appropriate dress required for both hot and cold temperatures. Students are responsible for walking at a sufficient pace, staying with the class and always following school rules/community laws. This class also includes an introduction to Yoga and the Pilates dynamic system of muscle conditioning. The course will provide a rejuvenating workout for your brain as well as for your body. The class will focus on fundamental practices of awareness, relaxation and conscious breathing which include the practice of postures, breath control, relaxation, light meditation, self-discipline and training of the mind body and concentration. Students will develop body awareness, increase vitality and peace of mind. Students will learn the names of Yoga postures and Pilates exercises. Students will be required to name postures and write their own workout. Writing assignments will be given to better understand the benefits of life-long wellness. Topics relating to total fitness, such as target heart rate, metabolism, and nutrition will be discussed throughout the course. Students are strongly encouraged to purchase their own yoga mats. Students are responsible for cleaning the yoga mat.
Power Walking Course #5141-5142
Full Year = 1 credit
Grades: 10-12
Fee: $20 ($10 for Reed High School PE shirt and optional $10 for shorts if unable to provide own)
This course is designed to introduce the student to walking as a lifetime aerobic activity. Walking will be done throughout the semester with appropriate dress required for both hot and cold temperatures. Students are responsible for walking at a sufficient pace, staying with the class and following school rules/community laws at all times. Note: A variety of walking courses are used throughout the semester, they range from 2 miles to 4.5 miles in a class period. Students and parents will also be required to sign and return a "class rules and liability form" the first week of school.