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Welcome to the General Amherst Physical Education page. Click on the grade, on the left, for a brief course description.

PPL1OM (male) and PPL1OF (female) HEALTHY ACTIVE LIVING - Open

This course emphasizes students' daily participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that
promote lifelong healthy active living. Students will learn movement techniques and principles, ways to
improve personal fitness and physical competence, and safety/injury-prevention strategies; investigate
issues related to healthy sexuality and the use and abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs; participate
in activities designed to develop goal-setting, communication, and social skills.

Mr. Scott's Grade 9

PPL2OM (male) and PPL2OF (female) HEALTHY ACTIVE LIVING - Open

This course emphasizesn regular participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that promote
lifelong healthy active living. Student learning will include the application of movement principles to
refine skills; participation in a variety of activities that enhance personal competence, fitness, and health;
examination of issues related to healthy sexuality, healthy eating, substance use and abuse; and the use
of informed decision-making, conflict resolution and social skills in making personal choices.

Mr. Scott's Grade 10

PPL3OM (male) and PPL3OF (female) HEALTHY ACTIVE LIVING - Open

This course focuses on the development of a healthy lifestyle and participation in a variety of enjoyable
physical activities that have the potential to engage students' interest throughout their lives. Students
will be encouraged to develop personal competence in a variety of movement skills; be given opportunities
to practise goal-setting, decision-making, coping, social, and interpersonal skills and will study the
components of healthy relationships, reproductive health, mental health, and personal safety.

Mr. Scott's Grade 11

PPL4OM (male) and PPL4OF (female) HEALTHY ACTIVE LIVING ED. - Open

This course focuses on the development of a personalized approach to healthy active living through
participation in a variety of sports and recreational activities that have the potential to engage
students' interest throughout their lives. Students will develop and implement personal physical fitness
plans and be given opportunities to refine their decision-making, conflict-resolution, and interpersonal
skills, with a view to enhancing their mental health and relationships with others.

Exercise Science PSE 4U
Fitness and Recreation Leadership PLF4C

Weight Training Class Portal