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PHYSICAL EDUCATION
For the Class of 2027, one Physical Education
credit and one half-credit of Health are required for
graduation. For the Class of 2028 and beyond, one
credit of Health/Athletics and/or PE is required for
graduation (See pages 5 and 6.) Players who elect to
drop Athletics or are removed from their team will not
receive credit. All Athletics/PE credit will be recorded
as Pass/Fail, with the exception of Health.
Students involved in outside physical activity
programs may get permission from the administration
for credits to be awarded. Permission must be granted
before the semester begins. Proof of hours must be
documented on a Shelton-provided form and must be
approved by the student’s outside coach.
HEALTH/PHYSICAL EDUCATION
This is a comprehensive course covering major
health topics related to mental health, the effects
of substance use and abuse, the human body
and its systems, and other current health issues.
Additionally, this course emphasizes and gives
students the opportunity to participate in lifetime
activities, cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance,
and outdoor education. This class is required for all
students not involved in a credit-earning athletic
program.
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Type: Option for Physical Education/Athletics credit
(Required as .5 Health credit for the Class of 2027)
Credit: .5
Prerequisites: None
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DRUMLINE
In Drumline, students explore the snare drum, bass
drum, and tenor drums. Drumline members are
also part of the Upper School Band and perform at
varsity football games, Grandparents’ Day, Mayfest,
pep rallies, holiday and spring concerts, and special
events throughout the year. Drumline is available to
students of all experience levels—no previous band or
music experience is required. Rehearsals are during
the school day and after school on Tuesdays and
Thursdays. Students in Drumline will receive .5 credit
for PE.
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Type: Elective
Credit: .5
Prerequisites: None
UPPER SCHOOL COURSE CATALOG
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