Physical Education

Physical and Emotional Health

Based on the belief that we are created in the image and likeness of God and that the body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, the following premises serve as the foundation for instruction in the Physical Education Department. Fitness, including regular exercise, promotes not only physical but also emotional health. Students will engage in good health practices based in a knowledge of and an appreciation for the body, and its care. Students will develop character through the use of positive social behavior in their recreational and classroom activities.

Courses

List of 17 items.

  • Boys Physical Education (PE121: Grade 7; PE101: Grades 8)

    This one-term course is designed to meet the various physical, social, and psychological needs of the student through participation in an exercise program and a broad range of physical activities involving both team and individual (lifetime) sports. Emphasis is placed on learning the fundamentals, etiquette, and rules for each activity. Through competition, students are given the opportunity to develop skills and increase appreciation for each of the activities. In addition, a battery of fitness tests is administered the first week to assess each student's level of fitness and specific needs. Twenty percent of each class meeting is devoted to vigorous fitness-enhancing exercises. At the end of the term, a post-test is administered to evaluate the student's new level of fitness.
  • Girls Physical Education (PE125: Grade 7; PE111: Grades 8)

    This one-term course is designed to meet the various physical, social, and psychological needs of the student through participation in an exercise program and a broad range of physical activities involving both team and individual (lifetime) sports. Emphasis is placed on learning the fundamentals, etiquette, and rules for each activity. Through competition, students are given the opportunity to develop skills and increase appreciation for each of the activities. In addition, a battery of fitness tests is administered the first week to assess each student's level of fitness and specific needs. Twenty percent of each class meeting is devoted to vigorous fitness-enhancing exercises. At the end of the term, a post-test is administered to evaluate the student's new level of fitness.
  • Beginning Snow Skiing (PE106: Grades 7-8)

    This one-term course is open to both boys and girls and will provide students with excellent skiing skills as well as thorough knowledge of various complementary aspects of the sport. Equipment is provided. This course entails extra expense (cost announced annually) and a one-day trip (cost announced annually) to a nearby ski area. If demand exceeds enrollment limits, students who cannot be scheduled for the class are scheduled for the general Physical Education course.

    This course fulfills five hours of the Physical Education requirement.
  • Swimming (PE141: Grades 7-12)

    This one-term course places emphasis on learning the fundamentals of swimming, including the etiquette and rules for recreational and competitive swimming, diving, and water polo. Basic swimming strokes and aquatic survival techniques will be taught, gradually progressing to more advanced water skills.
  • Boys Physical Education With Health (PE205: Grade 8)

    This course is designed to meet the various physical, social, and psychological needs of the student through participation in an exercise program and a broad range of physical activities involving both team and individual (lifetime) sports. 
    Emphasis is placed on learning the fundamentals, etiquette, and rules for each activity. Through competition, students are given the opportunity to develop skills and increase appreciation for each of the activities. In addition, the battery of fitness tests is administered the first week to assess each student's level of fitness and specific needs. At the end of the term, a post test is administered to evaluate the student's new level of fitness.
     
    The Health course is a comprehensive general overview of health issues that include topics in building a healthy foundation, physical activity and nutrition, mental and emotional health, safe and happy relationships, personal care and body systems, reproductive system, tobacco, drug, and alcohol awareness, and sexually transmitted infections.
  • Girls Physical Education With Health (PE215: Grade 8)

    This course is designed to meet the various physical, social, and psychological needs of the student through participation in an exercise program and a broad range of physical activities involving both team and individual (lifetime) sports.
    Emphasis is placed on learning the fundamentals, etiquette, and rules for each activity. Through competition, students are given the opportunity to develop skills and increase appreciation for each of the activities. In addition, the battery of fitness tests is administered the first week to assess each student's level of fitness and specific needs. At the end of the term, a post test is administered to evaluate the student's new level of fitness.
     
    The Health course is a comprehensive general overview of health issues that include topics in building a healthy foundation, physical activity and nutrition, mental and emotional health, safe and happy relationships, personal care and body systems, reproductive system, tobacco, drug, and alcohol awareness, and sexually transmitted infections.
  • Boys Body Conditioning and Awareness (PE321: Grades 9)

    Individual programs are designed using stretching, cardiovascular exercises, and weights to improve students' strength, stamina, health, appearance, and self-image.

    May also be taken as an elective.
  • Girls Body Conditioning and Awareness (PE331: Grades 9)

    Individual programs are designed using stretching, cardiovascular exercises, and weights to improve students’ strength, stamina, health, appearance, and self-image.

    May also be taken as an elective.
  • Health & Wellness (PE401: Grade 10)

    This course is designed as a high school health class. The class will cover multiple developmentally appropriate health and wellness topics. Through class discussions, group work, guest lecturers, and reflection writing, the students will gain a better understanding of the importance of overall health and wellness. The course will focus on personal health and wellness and the practice of health-enhancing behaviors. The overall goal is to reduce risks and enhance strengths in our high school students.
  • Introduction to Athletic Training and Sports Medicine (PE480: Grades 11-12)

    This one-term course is designed to include the basic concepts of athletic training as a profession, human anatomy, mechanism of injury, and administration of athletic training. Students should be able to demonstrate a basic mastery of how athletic injuries occur, how they are treated, and how they can be prevented. Students should also display knowledge of the National Athletic Trainers' Association Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice for Athletic Trainers. This course provides an alternative introduction to the healthcare industry and vital human anatomy and physiology background. Along with learning essential life skills such as physical fitness, basic first aid, CPR, and AED certification, students will be exposed to other healthcare professionals in areas of physical therapy, chiropractic care, orthopedic surgery, and various settings in which athletic trainers are employed.

    This course does not meet the Physical Education graduation requirement. Priority will be given to seniors.
  • Boys Physical Education (PE525: Grades 11-12)

    The pursuit of fitness and the effective use of leisure time through recreational activities are the goals of the course. Weight training, exercise, running, and physical fitness tests combined with recreational competition in team and individual sports are the major components.

    May be taken repeatedly, once per term, for credit.

    May also be taken as an elective.
  • Girls Physical Education (PE524: Grades 11-12)

    The pursuit of fitness and the effective use of leisure time through recreational activities are the goals of the course. Weight training, exercise, running, and physical fitness tests combined with recreational competition in team and individual sports are the major components.

    May be taken repeatedly, once per term, for credit.

    May also be taken as an elective.
  • Aerobic Fitness (PE541: Grades 11-12)

    Aerobic conditioning, combined with flexibility and strengthening exercises, is used to enhance cardiovascular capacity, stamina, coordination, and self-esteem. This combination is excellent conditioning and training for all sports activities while enhancing one's fitness.
  • Body Conditioning and Awareness (PE511: Grades 11-12)

    Individual programs are designed using stretching, cardiovascular exercises, and weights to improve students' strength, stamina, health, appearance, and self-image.
  • Lifesaving and Aquatics (PE542: Grades 10-12)

    This one-term course focuses on completing the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course, while also learning and reviewing the fundamentals, etiquette, and rules for recreational and competitive swimming, diving, and water polo. Instruction will be done by certified American Red Cross Lifeguard instructors and testing will include the standard Red Cross Course examinations for CPR, first aid, and lifeguard skill tests as well as the final written Lifeguard Training exam. Students successfully passing the Lifeguarding tests will receive the Red Cross credentials needed for employment as a certified lifeguard. A fee of $75 is charged to cover the cost of books and materials.

    Permission of instructor required. To enroll, students must be able to swim at least 500 yards unaided.
  • Outdoor Education (PE441: Grades 10-12)

    This course introduces students to camping, backpacking, and environmental issues. It includes instruction on safety, fire building, cooking, fishing, ecology, conservation, and the proper use of outdoor equipment. The student should be willing to incur some additional expense for rental equipment.

    Open to 10th grade boys and girls in addition to the general Physical Education course, but not during the same term. Open to 11th and 12th grade boys and girls in addition to the general Physical Education course, but not during the same term. This course may be taken only once.

    This course does not meet the Physical Education graduation requirement.
  • Speed and Agility (PE450: Grades 9-12)

    This one-term course will introduce students to an evaluation of their movement patterns. With understanding of their movement patterns, students may begin incorporating corrective exercises in order to strengthen weaknesses and help prevent injuries. Areas covered will include a comprehensive individual movement screen and teaching drills to improve linear and lateral speed as well as plyometrics and hip mobility.

    May also be taken as an elective.

Meet the Faculty

List of 6 members.

  • Photo of Christopher Marshall

    Mr. Christopher Marshall 

    Physical Education Department Chair
  • Photo of Alan Chadwick

    Mr. Alan Chadwick 

    Teacher
  • Photo of Kimberly Hixon

    Ms. Kimberly Hixon 

    Teacher
  • Photo of Olga Kirillova

    Mrs. Olga Kirillova 

    Teacher
  • Photo of Scott Mandy

    Mr. Scott Mandy 

    Teacher
  • Photo of Daniel Perez

    Mr. Daniel Perez 84

    Teacher

Marist School

3790 Ashford Dunwoody Road, NE
Atlanta, GA 30319-1899
(770) 457-7201
An Independent Catholic School of the Marist Fathers and Brothers