Health & Physical Education
We recognize physical activity, exercise and wellness education are important to allow students to learn to their capacity. Children who are healthy are more likely to learn and achieve in the classroom. Therefore, Highline strives to provide high quality Health and Physical Education at all grade levels to enhance the well-being of our youth and to develop health and physically literate students that are prepared for college, career, and citizenship.
Our Vision
Our vision is for every K-12 student in the Highline School District to participate in a quality health and physical education program that promotes lifelong health and fitness.
Our Mission
We are committed to teaching lifelong health and fitness skills through an active academic learning environment.
"You can't educate a child who isn't healthy, and you can't keep a child healthy who isn't educated." M. Jocelyn Elders, MD
Program Information
Physical Education
Highline Physical Education teaches students the knowledge, skills and attitudes to be physically active for a lifetime.
Physical Education State Standards
- Standard 1: Students will demonstrate competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.
- Standard 2: Students will apply knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies, and tactics related to movement and performance.
- Standard 3: Students will demonstrate the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.
- Standard 4: Students will exhibit responsible, personal and social behavior that respects self and others.
- Standard 5: Students will recognize the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction.
Directed Athletics
High school students can earn 0.5 PE credit for full participation (defined as less than 5 unexcused absences) in good standing on a school athletic team, and completion of a standards-based online course. Students can earn up to 1.5 credits total over their high school career. Credit is Pass/No Credit.
Registration happens at the beginning of each sports season, closing one week after the season starts. Please contact your school's athletic director for more information.
Health Education
Highline Health Education teaches our students that good health and safety principles can lead to a lifetime of healthy practices, resulting in more productive, active, and successful lives. Health Instruction in Highline is guided by the Washington State Health Education Standards.
Sexual Health Education
Overview
Senate Bill 5395 requires all public schools in Washington to provide comprehensive sexual health education to all students by the 2022–23 school year. Highline provides comprehensive sexual health education in alignment with state law and district policy. Learn more by reviewing the following policies:
- Health, Physical and Wellness Education Programs
- Sexual Health Education
- HIV/AIDS Prevention Education
Program Information
Comprehensive sexual health education in Highline is offered to students in grades 4-12. Parents and guardians must be notified by the school 30 days before planned instruction and be able to review all instructional materials. Parents can opt their children out of comprehensive sexual health education instruction. Please see the resources below for specific information about the curriculum and to access opt-out forms.
Contact
Jill Reeder-Gibson
Health & Physical Education Instructional Specialist
206-631-3262