Physical Education Program

Physical Education (PE) is required for all students.  Students are required to wear PE uniforms, and students are tested to ensure they meet basic California standards.  Students involved in outside competitive athletics may be granted a waiver under certain conditions.  A waiver form must be submitted.  Forms and information about the waiver are available from the physical education department and the school site front office.

Physical Education: High School Credits

Ivy Academia has a unique and practical approach to having our high school students complete their required 20 credits of physical education.  While the state of California requires 20 credits of PE, it also allows high schools to grant PE credit for participation in team sports.  Ivy has adopted the policy of requiring students to earn all 20 credits through the very positive program of team sports for all students.

California requires 60 hours of a class for 5 credits.  A typical high school season of sport is usually 12 weeks long. That equates, generally, to 5 days of practice per week, 2 hours a day which equals 120 hours.  That is more than enough, but we grant only 5 credits per sport.  In this way, a student participates in 4 sports over his/her high school career. It may be one sport a year, or any combination totaling 4. Many students realize the benefits of participation on several athletic teams and Ivy Academia strongly encourages it.

Credits are given for cheerleading as well. Due to the fact that the team only practices 3 hours per week, the longer time frame of a semester is necessary for cheerleaders to earn 5 credits.  Competitions or performances are figured into the required hours.

A student who has a health problem, and is under a doctor’s care, is exempt, but we may require the student to participate as a scorekeeper or team manager.  A student waiver must be filled out and approved.

Students who are involved in other types of competitive team sports outside of school, in a sport we do not offer such as swimming or tennis, may apply for a waiver. Once we verify the structure and hours of their program, we may grant credit. However, if the sport is recognized by the CIF, the student will be required to represent Ivy during that season. Applications for waivers may be obtained from the Athletic Director and the front office.

Grades and credits are issued each semester based on attendance, attitude and effort. Students may be required to purchase their own uniforms and personal equipment. If a student is unable to afford the uniform, he/she should see the administration.

Students may participate in cross-country and track and field with no fee involved.

Physical Education Waiver

A student may be excused on a year to year basis from physical education classes by the principal based on the three criteria listed below. Please note if a student is exempt, Ivy Academia may require that the student participates as a scorekeeper or a team manager, usually at the high school level.

Health/Medical: The student must provide a written statement from a licensed medical doctor or osteopath, who indicates the physical education activities that would be detrimental to the health of said student. The doctor’s statement must be renewed annually if the condition persists.

Any Athletic/Training Program for State, National, or Professional Ranking or Olympic Competition: The student who trains for 15 or more hours per week is eligible to miss one school period, provided the period is at the end of the school day. The student must not miss any class other than a scheduled physical education class. Documentation must be submitted to verify training for some type of ranking.

A Private or Commercially Sponsored Physical Activity or Training Program: The student is required to participate at least 5 hours per week. Examples of certified activities are the following: swimming, diving, dancing, rowing, fencing, equestrian riding, ice hockey, ice-skating, gymnastics, cycling, martial arts, weight lifting, lacrosse, and high level league activities that offer “select” and or travel teams.  Competition in the sport is required.

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