All the games they play are electronic.
Funny stereotype but simply not true.
PhysEd is mandatory through Grade 10 and a very popular elective in Grades 11 and 12.
Here is a sample curriculum from Parklands Secondary School in the Saanich school district.
Physical & Health Education 9
The aim of this course is to enable all students to enhance their quality of life through active living. The physically educated person has the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to incorporate physical activity into regular routines, leisure pursuits, and career requirements throughout life. Striving for an active, healthy lifestyle fosters personal growth and the ability to meet the challenges of society. The new BC curriculum for Physical and Health Education 9 includes the following big ideas:
- Daily participation in different types of physical activity influences our physical literacy and personal health and fitness goals.
- Lifelong participation in physical activity has many benefits and is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle.
- Healthy choices influence our physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
- Healthy relationships can help us lead rewarding and fulfilling lives.
- Advocating for the health and well-being of others connects us to our community.
Students in this course will learn these topics through exposure to a diversified program of physical activities, the development of knowledge and understanding of the principle rules of sport and recreational games, various group activities, guest speakers, goal setting and reflection, and inquiry projects. Students will also receive CPR instruction on alternating years (either in PHE 9 or PE 10).
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