Oswego East High School

Adventure Education

This class introduces teambuilding as a skill. A skill that is needed to be successful in today’s workforce. After completing teambuilding, students will have the chance to participate in the following activities based on the faculties at the school: rock climbing, kayaking, archery, orienteering, and outdoor survival. Based on the time of year students will have to opportunity to take field trips to apply the skills taught in class. High ropes courses, teambuilding courses, and a canoe trip are a few examples. These field trips are optional and have a fee with them.

Excel Strength and Conditioning

Students participate in strength training, fitness testing, speed training, plyometric training, and aerobic activities. Students must maintain a “B” average or above to remain in the class. Students must abide by the Oswego School District #308 Contract of Understanding for participation in athletics, whether the student is in season or out of season. Infractions may result in removal from the class.

Sports Medicine

This class will introduce students to the basic principles of human anatomy for the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of common injuries and illnesses. Students will learn taping and wrapping techniques for several sport related injuries. Students will be able to become certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillation (AED), and learn about basic first aid. This course is designed to prepare students for careers in the fields of athletic training, physical therapy, EMT/paramedic and other medical professions. A 100 hour extra-curricular practicum experience is expected of all students or no credit will be awarded for the class. During the 100 hours students will be assisting Athletic Trainers through athletic contests and practices.