Physical Education, Health and Driver's Education

PHYSICAL EDUCATION FRESHMAN BOYS 163 (PEB16300)
GRADE: 9 LENGTH: 2 Sem CREDIT: 1.00 GPA: All Subject
The freshman curriculum is designed for the student to explore new activities while developing an attitude that participation in physical activities can lead to a lifetime of recreational fun and healthy living. Basic skills and physical fitness necessary to participate in a variety of conditioning and sport activities are introduced. These activities include: basketball, fitness, gymnastics, soccer, swimming, track and field, volleyball, weights, and wrestling.
PREREQUISITE: None

PHYSICAL EDUCATION FRESHMAN GIRLS 163 (PEG17300)
GRADE: 9 LENGTH: 2 Sem CREDIT: 1.00 GPA: All Subject
The freshman curriculum is designed for the student to explore new activities while developing an attitude that participation in physical activities can lead to a lifetime of recreational fun and healthy living. Basic skills and physical fitness necessary to participate in a variety of conditioning and sport activities are introduced. These activities include: aerobics, badminton, basketball, dance, fitness, gymnastics, soccer, swimming, volleyball, and strength training.
PREREQUISITE: None

HEALTH GT 161 (PAH15100)
GRADE: 10 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
The purpose of health GT is to acquaint team students with attitudes, values and practices enabling them to make wise decisions in matters of personal health. The areas of learning required by state law include human ecology, growth and development, emergency care, disease control, drug use and abuse, mental health, nutrition, harassment, conflict resolution and personal consumer health. Students will receive instruction in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation and may be certified with additional course work.
PREREQUISITE: Placement recommendation by team teachers

HEALTH EDUCATION 161 (PAH16100 PAH16200)
GRADE: 10 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
The purpose of health education is to acquaint students with attitudes, values, and practices in a way that will enable them to make wise decisions in matters of personal health. The areas of learning required by state law include human ecology, growth and development, emergency care, disease control, drug use and abuse, mental health, nutrition, harassment, conflict resolution, and personal consumer health. Students will receive instruction in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation and may be certified with additional course work. CPR Certification Card fee $10. PREREQUISITE: None

PHYSICAL EDUCATION SOPHOMORE BOYS 261 (PEB26100 PEB26200)
GRADE: 10 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
Sophomores continue to develop basic skills and learn fundamental strategies for use in gameplay. Students should demonstrate a knowledge of the rules, skills, strategies, and etiquette necessary to participate in a variety of activities. Improvement of muscular and cardiovascular fitness will be included in this
course. PREREQUISITE: Physical Education 163 or equivalent

PHYSICAL EDUCATION SOPHOMORE GIRLS 261 (PEG27100 PEG27200)
GRADE: 10 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
Sophomores continue to develop basic skills and learn fundamental strategies for use in gameplay. Students should demonstrate a knowledge of the rules, skills, strategies, and etiquette necessary to participate in a variety of activities. Improvement of muscular and cardiovascular fitness will be included in this course. PREREQUISITE: Physical Education 163 or equivalent

AQUATICS 161 (PSW10100 PSW10200)
GRADE:10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
In this course, the student will be introduced to a variety of aquatic activities. This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge and skills necessary to safely experience the scuba diving and lifeguard training environment. This is a performance course where the student must satisfactorily complete the academic and water skills requirements necessary for each certification. At the completion of this course, the student could attain certification as a PADI certified scuba diver and as an American Red Cross Lifeguard. Certification fee $35. PREREQUISITE: 1.50 Units in Physical Education or equivalent. The student must demonstrate swimming ability.

DANCE 161 (PHD16100 PHD16200)
GRADE: 10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
This course is designed to improve the student's dance techniques and skills. Styles incorporating ballet, modern, jazz, tap, choreography and improvisation will be included in the course. This is a performance based class. The students will learn and perform a variety of dance techniques that will demonstrate the student's knowledge of the dance combinations taught in class.
PREREQUISITE: 1.50 Units in Physical Education or equivalent

DANCE II 261 (PHD17100 PHD17200)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
Dance II is a class for the experienced dancer. Students will learn a variety of advanced dance techniques and terminology. The students will concentrate on self-choreography in various dance styles. A study of history and appreciation of dance in our society will also be included in this course. This is a performance-based course. PREREQUISITE: 1.50 Units in Physical Education or equivalent, completion of Dance I with a grade of 85% or higher and the approval of the instructional supervisor and/or dance teacher

FIT FOR LIFE (PHF16100)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
This course includes physical exercise and nutrition activities. The class introduces the student to the exploration of lifetime fitness activities, nutrition and health habits. Student understanding and assessment of personal lifestyle
influences as well as the education of healthy physical fitness and the application of habits which encourage lifetime fitness are primary goals of this course. This course is taught by a teacher from the Physical Education Department and the Career and Life Skills Department. Students can not waiver out of Fit for Life or Fit for Life C.A.R.E.
PREREQUISITE: 1.00 Unit in Physical Education or equivalent

ADVENTURE EDUCATION 161 (PHA16100 PHA16200)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
Students will participate in a variety of outdoor activities including the basics of rock climbing, rappelling, backpacking, cross-country skiing, and camping. The students will climb the indoor climbing wall and complete activities designed for the high ropes challenge course. A strong emphasis is placed on safety, cooperation, team building and developing problem-solving and communication skills.
PREREQUISITE: 1.50 Units in Physical Education or equivalent

ADVENTURE EDUCATION 261 (PHA26100 PHA26200)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
Students will participate in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities including problem-solving initiatives, advanced climbing techniques, survival skills, winter activities, and environmental concerns. A strong emphasis is placed
on safety, cooperation, team building and developing problem-solving and communication skills. Students may enroll in this course for only one semester.
PREREQUISITE: 1.50 units in Physical Education or equivalent and successful completion of High Adventure I and approval of instructor

SPORT & FITNESS 161 (PSF 16100 PSF 16200)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
Sport and Fitness is a class where an emphasis will be placed on understanding why sports, physical activity, and the achievement of physical fitness are important in maintaining overall health. Sport and Fitness is a continuation of skill development in which students should demonstrate a knowledge of rules, strategies, skill, and etiquette required to participate in a variety of activities such as badminton, basketball, bowling, fitness, golf, pickleball, soccer, softball, tennis, swimming, water polo, and volleyball.  Activities designed to promote cardiovascular and muscular fitness will be included in each unit. There is a $50.00 fee for bowling and golf field trips. Students may enroll in this course for two semesters.
PREREQUISITE: 1.50 Units of Physical Education or equivalent

LEADERS PHYSICAL EDUCATION - JUNIOR 163 (PEL76300)
GRADE: 11 LENGTH: 2 Sem CREDIT: 1.00 GPA: All Subject
The junior leader program is designed to focus on rules, officiating, analysis and correction of basic skills, class presentations, basic leadership skills, technique development and learning how to assist with instruction. This course may serve as an exploration for the student who has an interest in pursuing a career in Physical Education or a related field.
PREREQUISITE: Recommendation of Physical Education teacher and Department

PE Leadership Application

LEADERS PHYSICAL EDUCATION - SENIOR 263 (PEL77300)
GRADE: 12 LENGTH: 2 Sem CREDIT: 1.00 GPA: All Subject
The senior leader program allows the student the opportunity to work with freshman and sophomore students during their physical education class. Leaders assist with class activities, officiate and aid the teacher in classroom management. PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of the Junior Leader Program and recommendation of the department.

PHYSICAL MANAGEMENT 171 (PEM17100 PEM17200)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject & Academic
This is a course dedicated to the principles of teaching young people the importance of personal fitness and a healthy lifestyle, and the impact of those concepts in all aspects of their lives (physical, intellectual, emotional and
social). Physical Management will introduce the application of fitness habits which will encourage a lifetime of fitness. Included are aerobic and anaerobic activities, strength, endurance, flexibility and cardiovascular education as well as basic principles of anatomy, kinesiology, exercise physiology, nutrition, and sports injuries. Students may enroll in this course for four semesters with the approval of the instructional supervisor. Students can not waiver
out of physical management. PREREQUISITE: 1.50 Units in Physical Education or equivalent

TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING 161 (PHC 19100 PHC 19200) 
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
This course offers students opportunities to develop physical fitness through aerobics and total body conditioning activities.Activities include cardio kickboxing, step aerobics, Zumba, resistance training, Yoga, spin and fitness center based workouts. The activities will effectively strengthen and define all muscle groups. This class will give students the opportunity to participate in advanced fitness activities. This class will keep Glenbrook North in step with current fitness and health trends. Students will develop proper techniques and gain experiences to help lead a healthier and fit life. Students may enroll in this course for two semesters.
PREREQUISITE: 1.50 Units in Physical Education or equivalent

STRENGTH TRAINING & CONDITIONING 161 (PWT16100 PWT16200)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
Students will improve physical appearance, athletic performance or build self confidence through work out programs designed to meet the student's specific training needs. These programs include general conditioning, improvement of athletic performance and bodybuilding. The classroom curriculum emphasizes program assessment, principles of strength training, cardiovascular conditioning and develops positive lifetime fitness habits for each student. An emphasis will be placed on student understanding of strength training exercises and their effect on strength training and performance.
PREREQUISITE: 1.50 Units in Physical Education or equivalent

STRENGTH TRAINING & CONDITIONING 261 (PWT26100 PWT26200)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
Strength Training and Conditioning II is for students who want to greatly improve their overall strength and athletic abilities while gaining a better understanding of the anatomy and physiology of strength training. A variety
of weight training principles, techniques and exercises will be studied, discussed and demonstrated. These exercises and techniques will be implemented into the student-designed fitness and weight programs. The classroom curriculum emphasizes principles of strength training, cardiovascular conditioning and fitness and development of muscular strength and endurance.
PREREQUISITE: 1.5 units of Physical Education or equivalent, completion of Strength Training and Conditioning I or Physical Management

INTRODUCTION TO STRENGTH TRAINING 161 (PEI16100 PEI16200)
GRADE: 10 LENGTH: 1 Sem GPA: All Subject
Sophomores will improve physical appearance, athletic performance or build self-confidence through workout programs designed to meet the student’s specific training needs. These programs include general conditioning,
improvement of athletic performance and bodybuilding. The classroom curriculum emphasizes program assessment, principles of strength training, cardiovascular conditioning and develops positive lifetime fitness habits for each student. An emphasis will be placed on student understanding of strength training exercises and their effect on strength training and performance.
PREREQUISITE: Physical Education 163, or equivalent

ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PEA16100 PEA16200)
GRADE: 9,10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject
The adaptive physical education class is designed for the student who cannot participate in regular physical education. Upon the presentation of a doctor’s request, the student may be assigned permanently or temporarily to this class. Adapted exercises are planned to improve a particular physical condition based on a doctor’s recommendation. PREREQUISITE: Physician’s request

ATHLETICS
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem GPA: All Subject
Junior and Senior students who participate on a Board of Education approved interscholastic athletic team are eligible to substitute the athletic team participation for exemption in physical education. Exemption requests for the first semester will include fall and winter sports. Exemption requests for the second semester will include only spring sports. Please note: Students enrolled in Early Bird Physical Education may not miss class for club meetings.

INTRODUCTION TO YOGA 161   (PHY16100N / PHY16200N)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .50 GPA: All Subject 
This is a course dedicated to the principles of teaching young people the benefits of yoga, personal fitness and a healthy lifestyle, and the impact of those concepts in all aspects of their lives (physical, intellectual, emotional and
social). This class will help relax the mind and control anxiety. The students will work on acceptance of one’s self-worth and body image, understanding of the human body, and discipline. Additional benefits include increasing endurance, improving balance, strength, and flexibility while enhancing heart health. Included are aerobic and anaerobic activities, strength, endurance, flexibility and cardiovascular education as well as basic principles of anatomy, kinesiology, exercise physiology, nutrition and sports injuries. Students may enroll in this course for two semesters. 

DRIVER EDUCATION

DRIVER EDUCATION G 161 (DEC15100 DEC15200)
DRIVER EDUCATION 161 (DEC16100 DEC16200)
GRADE: 10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .25 (Classroom) .25 (Laboratory) GPA: All Subject
The purpose of Driver Education is to develop citizens who will be competent and responsible users of the highway transportation system. Driver Education grades are given for the classroom and laboratory phases separately, although the phases are taught concurrently. Students must be a minimum of 14 years 11 months of age at the beginning of the semester during which they are enrolled. In order to become qualified for an operator's license prior to age 18, the student must pass both phases of Driver Education.

Classroom Phase: The classroom phase is required by state law. State law requires a minimum of 30 clock hours attendance in the classroom phase in order to complete the course. (To be eligible for enrollment, the student
must have received a passing grade in at least eight courses during the previous two semesters.).

Laboratory Phase: State law requires a minimum of 6 clock hours or its equivalent of attendance in order to complete the course. The lab phase is taken concurrently with the classroom phase. There is a $350 laboratory
phase fee.
 

Physical Education 

All physical education classes have a daily 20-minute fitness unit

Drivers Education

General Physical Education Rules

• Students cannot have food (including gum) or beverages (other than water) in class.
  • Students may bring water bottles to class.
  • Students that bring food or beverages (other than water) to class will be asked to dispose of these items.
  • If a student’s medical circumstances require food or beverage in class, the teacher will work with the student to make an accommodation.
• Students cannot have personal electronic devices in class unless the teacher approves a specific lesson.
  • Students that bring personal electronic devices to class without approval from the teacher will be referred to the dean’s office.
• Students are to demonstrate proper locker room etiquette at all times.
  • Locker room doors will be unlocked ten minutes before the end of the period.  Students should not pound on the door.
  • Cell phone use in the locker room is prohibited at all times.
  • Lockers should not be shared.  Students should only use the lockers that have been assigned.
  • Lockers should be locked at all times.  The school district is not responsible for the loss of any personal property.  The locker room attendance will be able to provide a student’s locker combination if needed.
  • Backpacks should be placed in the long locker.  Do not leave backpacks on the bench or the floor to ensure that valuables are not stolen and that they are not creating a safety hazard.
  • Only use the long locker during class for backpacks and clothes.
  • After class, remove all items from the long locker, and place gym clothes in the short locker.

Physical Education Dressing and PE Uniform Rules

• Students are required to wear a school-issued PE uniform each class.  PE uniform shirts, shorts, and heart rate monitor straps can be purchased from the school’s bookstore.  Uniforms consist of:
  • School-issued shirt;
  • School-issued shorts or solid black athletic pants such as leggings, yoga pants, sweatpants, or wind pants (no holes, slits, patterns, colors other than black allowed);
  •  Non-marking athletic/tennis shoes (no boots, sandals, loafers, etc.);
  •  One-piece swimming suit for pool units (the school does not issue swimming suits); and
  •  School-issued heart rate monitor strap (when required by teacher).
• Students that do not have a complete uniform may rent pieces for a daily fee.  Fees must be paid at the time the item is rented, and the item must be returned at the end of the class period:
  • Shorts = $0.50
  • T-Shirt = $0.50
  • Heart Rate Monitor Strap = $0.50 

Grading Procedures

All teachers adhere to a consistent grading procedure on regular attendance days.

Daily Points

Students can earn up to 10 points each class session.

• 2 Points – Properly dressed following PE uniform rules
• 4 Points – Fitness Portion
• 4 Points – Activity Portion

Points may be deducted if any of the expectations below are not being met:

• The student does not come to class dressed, following PE uniform rules, or prepared with the required supplies.
  • Not dressed = 10 points deducted.
  • Improperly dressed (when a student is missing one or more of the required PE uniform items but is dressed in other acceptable attire/clothes) = Up to 2 points deducted.
• The student does not perform the daily learning objective(s) to the standard set by the teacher.
• The student does not display a good attitude or sportsmanship towards their peers or teacher.
• The student is not demonstrating on-task behaviors or is not engaged in the learning objective(s) assigned for the day.
• The student disrupts the educational process or learning environment.

 Taking PE as a Pass/Fail Class

A student may elect the pass/fail option for one course each semester per Board Policy. 
 
A maximum of 2 credits (4 classes), not including Peer Group, Guided Study, Early Bird Physical Education, or Lab Assistant, may be taken during a student’s high school career with the Pass/Fail option.
 
Students interested in taking PE as a pass/fail option should contact their counselor.

Absences

It is anticipated that students will periodically be unable to attend class.  A student’s absence will be considered: excused, exempted, or unexcused.

Excused Absence

Excused absences can be made up for credit. 
 
Examples of excused absences include but are not limited to: called out by parent/guardian, doctor appointment, nurse visit, in or out of school suspension.
 
A student with an excused absence will initially receive 0 points for their daily grade until the absence is made-up for credit.  Please see the Absence Make-Up Rules section of this document to make up an excused absence for credit (e.g., up to 10 points).

Unexcused Absence

Unexcused absences cannot be made up for credit. 
 
Examples of unexcused absences include, but are not limited to, cutting class, refusing participation, or dressing.
 
A student with an unexcused absence will receive 0 points for their daily grade. 

Exempted Absence

Exempted absences are given no credit.  An exempted absence will not positively or negatively impact a student’s overall grade.
 
Examples of exempted absences include, but are not limited to:

• Attending a school-sponsored field trip;
• Attending an in-school college visit (limit of the equivalent of one block or 90 minutes per semester; Seniors only);
• Attending a school-sponsored athletic event;
• Attending a meeting (e.g., IEP/504, counselor, dean);
• Taking a school test (e.g., AP exam);
• Medical exemption from a doctor lasting longer than 2 calendar weeks;
• Bereavement leave; or
• Religious observance;

Absence Make-Up Rules

Students can make up an excused absence for credit.  The following conditions apply:

1. Excused absences can be made-up within 15 school days from the day the student returns to school; if the absence is not made-up within this time frame, the grade remains 0 points. 
2. Regardless of the type of make-up, students must fill out a make-up card/google form and have it approved by a PE teacher or fitness center staff member who witnessed the make-up work being performed.  If a card is used, it should be returned to the student’s PE teacher to receive credit for missed work. 
3. Students must change into a full PE uniform to make up a class.  Students that do not change into a full PE uniform will not receive credit.  There are no exceptions to this rule.

The options for making up an excused absence include:

Before School

• Join an Early Bird PE Class.
• 7:05 AM – 7:45 AM

During School

• Join a PE class (of the same type that was missed) during an SRT or otherwise free period or during lunches A/B.
• Complete an independent make-up in the Fitness Center during an SRT or otherwise free period, or during lunches A/B.

After School

• Complete an independent make-up in the Fitness Center.
• 3:15 PM - 5:30 PM

Other Options

• Students unable to make up a class before, during, or after school should contact their teacher for an alternative fitness-based make-up opportunity.
  • These activities may include but are not limited to: utilizing fitness tracking technologies (e.g., Map My Run, LFConnect, Polar GoFit); providing documentation of physical activity pre-approved by the teacher.

Extra-Curricular Activities:  If a student is on a medical for Physical Education or does not participate in Physical Education on a certain day, they CANNOT participate in extracurricular activities. If you have a medical to get out of Physical Education for one day, you may not participate in athletic/extracurricular events that day.
 

Students Receiving a Medical Accommodation

For a student to receive a medical accommodation, a letter from a qualified medical provider must be provided to the school nurse, who will then provide a copy of the teacher.  Medical letters must:

1. Be signed by the student’s medical provider and include a date of service;
2. Provide a reason for the medical accommodation, and list acceptable modifications when appropriate; and
3. Specify the length of the exemption (e.g., number of weeks) or the date of the student’s next follow-up appointment.

Upon a student’s medical accommodation being approved, the following conditions will apply.

If the accommodation’s length is 2 weeks or less:

The student will continue to attend Physical Education class but will only participate to the extent allowed under the modifications provided from the medical letter that meets the above criteria, up to and including no participation. 
 
If the student is unable to participate without modification, Absence Make-Up Rules will apply.  
 
If the accommodation’s length is more than 2 weeks:

The school nurse will contact the Student Services department to assign the student to a Study Hall. 
 
All missed work for medicals lasting more than 2 weeks will be marked as exempt.

A student missing more than half of the grading period will receive an “M” for a grade that semester.
 
For all accommodations:

The end of the student’s medical accommodation is determined by a medical letter that meets the previously stated criteria. The exemption will either end when the minimum length of exemption expires or on the student’s next follow-up appointment date. 
 
To have a medical exemption extended or shortened, please provide an updated medical letter that meets previously stated criteria.  The medical letter should specify that the student can resume physical education participation.

It should be noted that a student receiving a medical accommodation for physical education cannot participate in any extracurricular activities. 

Students Receiving a Medical Accommodation During a Swimming Unit

Students will continue to attend class but only participate to the extent allowed under the modifications provided in the medical letter. 
 
If a student has a medical accommodation specific to swimming (e.g., chlorine allergy), the student will be required to participate in an alternate activity.  This same approach will be used for students who cannot swim for religious reasons.
 
If a student has a medical accommodation due to menstruation, the following conditions apply:

• The student must provide a note from a parent/guardian stating that the student cannot participate due to menstruation.  If a student does not have a note, they can provide one for the following class.
• The student will participate in an alternate activity.
• If a student has provided a note excusing them from swimming and chooses NOT to participate in the alternate activity assigned by the teacher, the resulting grade will be a “zero” and cannot be made up.

Student Unable to Participate in a Swimming Unit Due to Religious Reasons

If a student cannot participate in a swimming unit for religious reasons, the student will be required to participate in an alternate activity. 
 

Athletic Waiver for PE

A junior or senior student who is participating in a school-sponsored, IHSA sport, or participating in a course for credit that requires marching band participation, may be excused from physical education courses during the time the student is participating in the activity (Board Policy 7265). Students seeking a waiver should complete this form and submit it to the Instructional Supervisor for PE, Health, and Driver Education for consideration.

Due Dates for Waiver Requests

• Fall Sport waivers are due by September 10
• Winter sport athletes must complete a waiver for both semesters. 
  • Waivers for first semester are due by December 1
  • Waivers for second semester are due by January 23
• Spring Sport waivers are due by March 10

Some Physical Education classes do not allow waivers