Physical Education, Health and Driver Education
The Physical Education and Health Department of District 99 adheres to the Board of Education's philosophy regarding the education of the intellect. Focusing on intellectual and physical development allows for total wellness. This comprehensive program is designed to develop and foster knowledge and understanding, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. The program includes fitness and fitness-related activities, team sports, dual sports, individual sports and activities, rhythmic movements, aquatics, life-survival skills, health-related activities and activities promoting lifetime recreational pursuits.
Contact Us
Contact Us
Department Chair: Courtney White / cwhite@csd99.org
Administrative Assistant: Marianne Moscato / mmoscato@csd99.org
Department Office
Room 041
630-795-8160
Physical Education
Physical Education
Infuse all four years with activity, fitness, and wellness so students will practice healthy behaviors for a lifetime. In order to meet the departmental Mission Statement, Health themes will be integrated into the Physical Education curriculum.
All students will be assessed a one-time lock fee when they enroll in their first Physical Education class. They will also be expected to wear the required shirt in all of the Physical Education classes. Information about shirt costs and how to purchase them will be sent in the registration packets.
To view courses offered through the Physical Education department, view the 2025-2026 Academic Planning Guide.
Health
Health
Health education is required prior to the end of grade ten (10).
As part of health education, the Relationships and Reproduction unit is taught to all students, unless an opt-out form is completed. For more information on the curriculum, view the Standards and Resources.
- When is the Relationships and Reproduction Unit taught?
- What are the national standards?
- What related topics are covered?
- How do I opt my student out of the Relationships and Reproduction Unit?
- If my student does not participate in the Relationships and Reproduction Unit, what alternative lessons will they receive?
- Can I opt my student out of Health Class completely?
When is the Relationships and Reproduction Unit taught?
What are the national standards?
What related topics are covered?
Human reproductive and sexual response systems, pregnancy, abuse, sexual consent, sexually transmitted diseases, contraceptive and disease prevention methods, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, behavior and identity are some of the topics covered in this unit. Please see this document for complete descriptions and associated resources.
How do I opt my student out of the Relationships and Reproduction Unit?
To opt your student out of the Relationships & Reproduction unit, please download and complete this form at least two weeks before the start of the Relationships & Reproduction unit. NOTE: You can only opt out your student if they are currently enrolled in Health Class.
If my student does not participate in the Relationships and Reproduction Unit, what alternative lessons will they receive?
Can I opt my student out of Health Class completely?
Drivers Education
Drivers Education
To be eligible for driver education, the State of Illinois requires students to pass eight courses (four credit units) during the previous two semesters before enrolling in driver education. Students must be 15 by the first day of class to be eligible to enroll.
Drivers Education Classroom Google Site
The registration process is with the students’ guidance counselors, usually in late January/February. Students select Driver Education just as they do any other elective. If you have any questions about registration, please contact your guidance counselor directly.
The classroom phase of this course is a graduation requirement. The school board determines the fee for the lab portion, which is $250.
Driver Education Outline
Driver Education Outline
The driver education program is an integrated program, meaning the classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Lab phases on a rotating schedule throughout the semester.
- The Classroom Phase includes basic information on operating a vehicle safely, fundamentals of driving, Illinois traffic laws, motorcycle laws, effects of alcohol and driving, managing distractions, driving on a highway, basic car maintenance, and the importance of good decision-making.
Students will receive 30 hours of classroom instruction. The state of Illinois mandates attendance. Students with excessive absences (excused or unexcused) will be dropped/fail from the program.
- The Behind-the-Wheel Lab phase consists of driving in a dual-control car, enabling students to experience basic driving skills and apply what they have learned in the classroom. Lessons will include car orientation, residential driving, parking, backing up, turnabouts, uphill/downhill parking, blending in with traffic, lane changing, negotiating intersections, and highway driving.
Students will receive 6 hours of Behind-the-Wheel instruction.
Parent/Guardian Involvement
Parent/Guardian Involvement
Parental/Guardian involvement is necessary to provide the additional experience required to develop a competent driver. Parents must supervise 50 clock hours of their child's driving (ten hours must be at night) to meet a state requirement before the student can receive their license.
A Parental/student involvement program (PIP) will be offered before the start of each semester to introduce the parents to the driver education program and the staff members, review new laws, and give parents guidelines on practicing with their child.
Please click Driver Education Parent Handbook to view information covered at the meeting.