Canada · Ontario Curriculum Expectations
Grade 12 PE & Health
This course prepares students for the transition to independent adulthood by focusing on personal health management and advanced physical literacy. Students design personalized fitness programs and analyze complex health issues to foster long term well being and community leadership.
Personal Fitness Architecture
Students analyze physiological principles to design and implement customized training programs tailored to personal goals. The unit emphasizes autonomy in monitoring progress and adjusting intensity for lifelong health.
Exploring how physics and anatomy intersect to optimize athletic performance and prevent injury during high intensity training.
Applying the FITT principle and periodization strategies to create a comprehensive twelve week personal fitness plan.
Evaluating the efficacy of wearable tech and health applications in maintaining personal accountability and data driven progress.
Mental Wealth and Resilience
Focusing on the psychological aspects of health, students develop strategies for stress management, emotional regulation, and mental health advocacy.
Examining the endocrine response to stress and practicing cognitive behavioral techniques to maintain equilibrium.
Investigating societal perceptions of mental illness and developing campaigns to promote supportive community environments.
Analyzing the link between circadian rhythms, sleep hygiene, and academic or athletic success.
Tactical Games and Leadership
Students apply advanced offensive and defensive strategies in various sports while practicing inclusive leadership and officiating roles.
Developing complex tactical frameworks for sports like soccer, basketball, or ultimate frisbee to exploit defensive weaknesses.
Learning the nuances of sports officiating and the importance of integrity and conflict resolution in competitive environments.
Exploring leadership styles that foster participation and belonging for athletes of all skill levels and backgrounds.
Nutritional Science and Literacy
Evaluating the relationship between nutrition, energy systems, and long term health outcomes in an era of processed foods and diet trends.
Analyzing how carbohydrates, proteins, and fats fuel different metabolic pathways during rest and exercise.
Investigating the environmental and social impact of food production, food security, and the rise of ultra processed foods.
Critically analyzing media messages, fad diets, and the marketing of supplements to develop a balanced approach to eating.
Healthy Relationships and Identity
Exploring the complexities of adult relationships, consent, sexual health, and the formation of a healthy self identity.
Deepening the understanding of enthusiastic consent and effective communication within personal and romantic relationships.
Accessing reliable information on reproductive health, STI prevention, and the healthcare resources available to young adults.
Critiquing how gender norms and cultural expectations shaped by media impact self esteem and identity formation.
Community Health and Lifelong Advocacy
Students investigate local health issues and develop projects to improve the wellness of their community, transitioning from personal to civic health.
Analyzing how factors like housing, education, and environment impact the longevity and quality of life in different populations.
Evaluating the impacts of substance use on individuals and society while exploring harm reduction strategies and support systems.
Designing and pitching a community based health initiative to address a specific wellness gap identified by students.