Health and Physical Education Curriculum
The primary goal of the Health and Physical Education curriculum is to provide the boys with the framework necessary to develop and maintain a healthy physical, mental, social and emotional outlook. To successfully complete the requirement for graduation from The Haverford School, Upper School students must complete one year of Health and Physical Education study during Form III and IV.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION & WELLNESS
Form III
This class meets one time per cycle and introduces the boys to a variety of experiences that will form the basis for their adult fitness program. The five components of physical fitness are applied to these activities to give the boys an awareness of the importance of wellness in their lives. The class includes the following concepts:
- Exercise Physiology
- Bioenergetics and Exercise Metabolism
- Sport and Wellness
- Program Development
- Advanced Nutrition Concepts
- Fundamentals of Biomechanics, Motor Skills
- Program Validity and Reliability
- VO2 Max, Cardiac Output
HEALTH
Form IV
This class meets one time per cycle and is devoted to current topics including nutrition, exercise physiology, noncommunicable diseases, body systems and designated social/ emotional health awareness. The class includes the following concepts:
- Mental, Social and Emotional Health
- Reproductive Systems
- STDs
- Cancer, Heart Disease and Diabetes
- Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Abuse
- Anatomy and Physiology
- CPR / First Aid / AED