Canada · Ontario Curriculum Expectations
Grade 10 PE & Health
This course empowers students to take ownership of their physical and mental well-being through advanced movement patterns and health literacy. Students analyze lifestyle choices and develop leadership skills while exploring lifelong fitness strategies and community health resources.
Tactical Games and Leadership
Students apply advanced offensive and defensive strategies in team and individual sports while developing communication and leadership skills. This unit focuses on spatial awareness and the application of biomechanical principles to improve performance.
Exploration of universal offensive and defensive concepts across various game categories including invasion and net sports.
Developing mentorship and conflict resolution skills within a competitive physical activity environment.
Applying physics principles to body movement to maximize efficiency and prevent injury during high-intensity play.
Functional Fitness and Personal Planning
Students design and implement personalized fitness programs based on the FITT principle and individual wellness goals. This unit emphasizes the connection between physical activity and long-term health outcomes.
Creating a comprehensive fitness plan that incorporates cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility training tailored to personal interests.
Analyzing the physiological responses to different types of exercise and the importance of warm-up and recovery phases.
Investigating modern fitness trends and community resources that support an active lifestyle throughout adulthood.
Mental Health and Holistic Wellness
This unit explores the multifaceted nature of mental health, focusing on stress management, stigma reduction, and the promotion of emotional well-being. Students develop coping strategies for navigating the challenges of adolescence.
Identifying personal stressors and practicing evidence-based techniques for maintaining emotional balance.
Analyzing social perceptions of mental illness and advocating for supportive environments within the school and community.
Examining the impact of digital habits and social media consumption on self-esteem and mental health.
Nutrition and Performance Fueling
Students analyze the relationship between nutrition, physical performance, and long-term health. The unit covers macronutrient balance, hydration, and the critical evaluation of food marketing.
Understanding how different nutrients support physical activity and cognitive function.
Critically evaluating food labels and marketing claims to make informed dietary choices.
Exploring how environmental factors and cultural traditions shape our food choices and global health.
Healthy Relationships and Decision Making
This unit focuses on developing interpersonal skills, understanding consent, and making informed decisions regarding sexual health and substance use.
Developing assertive communication skills and a deep understanding of consent within all types of relationships.
Analyzing the physical, social, and legal consequences of substance use and developing refusal strategies.
Accessing reliable information about reproductive health, contraception, and STI prevention.
Outdoor Education and Environmental Wellness
Students engage in outdoor activities that promote physical health while fostering a connection to the natural environment and practicing risk management.
Learning essential skills for safe exploration of natural environments, including map reading and basic first aid.
Understanding the 'Leave No Trace' principles and the reciprocal relationship between human health and the health of the planet.
Evaluating and managing potential hazards in various recreational settings to ensure participant safety.