Physical Education

PE Course Outline 2025-2026

Physical Education 10 is a required course for completion of an Alberta High School Diploma. The Physical

Education 10 (3 credit) course is intended to foster the formulation of a healthy lifestyle while promoting

social skills and values transferable to other areas of the students’ lives. The Physical Education (5 credit)

course is ideal for students who want to challenge themselves both physically and mentally.

The Physical Education 20 program is developed around the philosophy of regarding the knowledge

and skills necessary to lead an active and healthy lifestyle. The instruction and activities focus on more

advanced skills and strategies as well as personal goal setting. A prerequisite of 65% in Phys. Ed. 10 is

required.

Students understand, experience, and appreciate the health benefits that result from physical activity

with a greater focus on leadership and alternative environments outside of the regular classroom setting.

The recommendation of a Physical Education 20 teacher is needed to register for this course. Physical

Education can be used towards post-secondary entrance requirements.

CALM is a graduation requirement for all high school students in Alberta.

The main objective of Career and Life Management is to prepare students for the transition to postsecondary

education. The course consists of three required themes: Personal Choices, Resource Choices,

Careers and Life Choices. Each student is given the opportunity to attend a personal interview with trained

career advisors. The purpose of the interview is to discuss plans for after high school and to assist students

in preparing and gathering the information they need to achieve their post-secondary educational goals.