Health and Physical Education
St. Matthias High School competes as a member of the California Interscholastic Federation, Southern Section. As a Catholic school, it is also a member of the Catholic Athletic Association (CAA).
We also compete in the Camino Del Rey League. SMHS is scheduled to participate in the following sports during the academic school year: Volleyball, Cross-Country, Basketball, Softball, Soccer, Swimming and Track.
Physical Education:
P.E. /Health 9 10 Credits
This course is a requirement for all freshmen and transfer students who have not fulfilled the requirement prior to enrollment in SMHS. The purpose of this course is to heighten students level of physical fitness through a variety of exercise activities. Activities aim to increase students' cardiovascular capacity flexibility, and strength. By the end of this course, students will be able to design a personal fitness program so that they can maintain their physical health. The class acquaints students with various physical activities including body mechanics, physical fitness, soccer, aerobics, softball, tennis, basketball, and weight training Students will acquire basic skills and knowledge of the rules pertaining to the various sports This course will also cover personal health; consumer and community health; injury prevention and safety alcohol tobacco, and other drugs; nutrition; environmental health; family living; individual growth and development' and communicable diseases. Hands-on experiences such as the "Baby Think It Over" program will be included.
Athletics 9, 10, 11, 12 2.5 Credits
Students may earn 2.5 credits per athletic season for full, active participation on a varsity junior varsity or freshman sports team from initial try-outs and practice through the entire regular season and playoffs(if applicable). This course is graded credit/no-credit, and credit is contingent upon recommendation of the team coach and Athletic Director. The name of the sport and level distinction (V or JV) will be noted on the transcript. Athletics may not be substituted for P.E.
Cheer 9, 10, 11, 12 5 Credits
Students may earn credit for full, active participation in two semesters of varsity or junior varsity cheerleading. Attendance is required at regular practices and games. A schedule is published at the beginning of each season. This course will be graded on a credit/no-credit basis. Cheer may not be substituted for P.E.
We also compete in the Camino Del Rey League. SMHS is scheduled to participate in the following sports during the academic school year: Volleyball, Cross-Country, Basketball, Softball, Soccer, Swimming and Track.
Physical Education:
P.E. /Health 9 10 Credits
This course is a requirement for all freshmen and transfer students who have not fulfilled the requirement prior to enrollment in SMHS. The purpose of this course is to heighten students level of physical fitness through a variety of exercise activities. Activities aim to increase students' cardiovascular capacity flexibility, and strength. By the end of this course, students will be able to design a personal fitness program so that they can maintain their physical health. The class acquaints students with various physical activities including body mechanics, physical fitness, soccer, aerobics, softball, tennis, basketball, and weight training Students will acquire basic skills and knowledge of the rules pertaining to the various sports This course will also cover personal health; consumer and community health; injury prevention and safety alcohol tobacco, and other drugs; nutrition; environmental health; family living; individual growth and development' and communicable diseases. Hands-on experiences such as the "Baby Think It Over" program will be included.
Athletics 9, 10, 11, 12 2.5 Credits
Students may earn 2.5 credits per athletic season for full, active participation on a varsity junior varsity or freshman sports team from initial try-outs and practice through the entire regular season and playoffs(if applicable). This course is graded credit/no-credit, and credit is contingent upon recommendation of the team coach and Athletic Director. The name of the sport and level distinction (V or JV) will be noted on the transcript. Athletics may not be substituted for P.E.
Cheer 9, 10, 11, 12 5 Credits
Students may earn credit for full, active participation in two semesters of varsity or junior varsity cheerleading. Attendance is required at regular practices and games. A schedule is published at the beginning of each season. This course will be graded on a credit/no-credit basis. Cheer may not be substituted for P.E.