High School Health & Personal Fitness Course
In our Health & Personal Fitness course, students embark on a journey to uncover the multifaceted dimensions of health and well-being. This comprehensive course is crafted not just to educate but also to inspire students to cultivate a lifestyle that embraces physical vitality, mental clarity, and holistic wellness. By exploring the interconnectedness of physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and environmental health, learners are equipped with the knowledge to make informed decisions that can profoundly impact their personal and communal health.
From nutritional science and exercise physiology to stress management and disease prevention, this course covers the essential topics that form the foundation of a health-conscious life. Students will engage in research, reflective activities, and practical applications that solidify their understanding and appreciation of a healthy lifestyle. This course is more than just a curriculum—it's a stepping stone to lifelong health and fitness awareness. It provides an invaluable opportunity for students to align their actions with their values, setting the stage for a future where personal well-being and fitness are at the forefront of their daily lives.
High School Health & Personal Fitness
Course Syllabus
Health and Fitness emphasizes the importance of knowledge, attitudes, and practices relating to personal health and fitness. It is a course designed to expose students to a broad range of issues and information relating to the various aspects of personal health, which include the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and environmental aspects.
Textbook:Health and Fitness - Excel Education Systems, Inc.
Course Objectives:
Throughout the course, you will meet the following goals:
- Demonstrate knowledge base for various aspects of personal health.
- Research various personal health related topics.
- Analyze, integrate and translate personal health information.
- Apply critical thinking in differentiating between health facts and myths.
- Apply knowledge gained and values clarified into personal health plan for the future.
Course contents:
Semester A
- Chapter 1: Course Resources - Introduction
- Chapter 2: Healthy Decision Making
- Chapter 3: Emotions, Self-Esteem, & Personality
- Chapter 4: Managing Stress
- Chapter 5: Mental Disorders & Suicide
- Chapter 6 Family Relationships
- Chapter 7 Developing Positive Peer Relationships
- Chapter 8: Preventing Violence
- Chapter 9: Food & Nutrition
- Chapter 10: Making Healthy Food Choices
- Chapter 11: Digestion & Excretion
- Chapter 12: Movement & Coordination
- Chapter 13: Cardiovascular & Respiratory Health
- Chapter 14: Exercising & Fitness for Life
Semester 2
- Chapter 15: Personal Care
- Chapter 16: Alcohol
- Chapter 17: Tobacco
- Chapter 18: Preventing Drug Abuse
- Chapter 19: Reproduction & Heredity
- Chapter 20: From Pregnancy to Body to Child
- Chapter 21: Adolescence & Adulthood
- Chapter 22: THe STudy of Infectious Disease
- Chapter 23: Sexually Transmitted Infections and AIDS
- Chapter 24: Chronic Diseases & Disabilities
- Chapter 25: Safeguarding the Public
- Chapter 26: A Healthy Community & Environment
- Chapter 27: Preventing Injuries
Grading Scale
A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = under 59%
Grade Weighting
Unit Quizzes.........................35%
Writing Assignments.........35%
Mid-Term/Final Exams......30%
Total.......................................100%
How Much Does It Cost?
$225
per course
Standard high school courses are priced at an affordable $225 each. This cost-effective rate makes quality education accessible for every student.
Enrolling is Easy!
Step One
Begin the Enrollment Process
When you're ready to take the next step towards your education, simply click 'Enroll Now'. This will direct you to our dedicated student information system, Learnstage. Once there, simply click 'Enroll Now' located in the top right corner of the page.
Step Two
Create Your Learn Stage Account
Next, you'll be asked to create your student account. This process begins with entering a valid email address and selecting a secure password. Following this, you'll be prompted to provide some essential information such as the students full name, date of birth, and address. On the last page, you will be asked to choose a security question.
Step Three
Submit Payment
Single course options at Excel High School range in price depending on their difficulty. Single course prices are below:
- Standard High School Courses: $225
- Honors High School Courses: $325
- (AP) High School Courses: $599
Step Five
You're Ready To Start!
Once your payment has been received, you'll get an email with your student account details. This will be your portal to submit any previous academic transcripts, view vital account information, and navigate other critical resources. Your classes will be added automatically and adjusted based on your submitted transcripts (if applicable).