2019-2020 School Year
Middle School Health/Physical Education Syllabus
Coach Whitter
“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy path. Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the Lord and depart from evil. It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.”
Proverbs 3:5 – 8
Health Course Description:
This course is designed to promote student learning regarding health issues that affects their immediate and long-term health. Maintaining a healthy way of living requires a balance of physical, mental-emotional, and social well-being.
Health education provides students with knowledge of skills necessary to confront health related issues and make a smooth transition from puberty to adolescence.
Physical Education Philosophy:
Physical Education is an important part of the total educational program. Students participate in physical activities that allow them to develop an understanding of the physical abilities of themselves and others. Students become aware of the social benefits of physical activity through participation. The mental and emotional benefits of physical activity become evident when an active role in physical activity is encouraged.
The total development of students is the goal of the educational system. Physical Education is a vital part in reaching this goal. A variety of activities are incorporated into the physical education program. Activities vary from creative movement to lifetime sports. The age level of the individuals is a factor determining what activity is to be provided, but the outcome at any level should be the same.
All students have the need and right to enjoy the benefits of physical activity. Through a creative and well-rounded physical education program, students will benefit.
Class Expectations:
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Be in your assigned squad and ready to work when the tardy bell rings.
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Participate in class: Students are expected to participate during the entire class period.
- Students who put forth the effort will develop the skills needed to do well in class.
- Class time consists of 45 minutes of agilities, stretching, conditioning, skills, and play. Students are required to participate in all to receive full credit.
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Turn in any assignments on time.
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Positive Attitude/Behavior: Students must exhibit a positive attitude and good behavior every day.
- Respect for teacher, classmates, and self is required.
- Students will be introduced to new games and skills. Everyone is on different levels. Bullying, humiliation, abuse or harassment will NOT be tolerated!
- Students must always show good character and act appropriately to receive full credit. If needed, students will be redirected to the safe seat, buddy room, focus room, and office. If students must leave class they will be required to write a paper.
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If a student is absent it is THEIR responsibility to find out what was missed and make it up.
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Bring binders with paper and pen/pencil every Wednesday.
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Dress out: Students are expected to dress out with the appropriate clothing every class period.
- Appropriate clothing: tennis shoes (must tie), socks, t-shirt (w/ school appropriate logo).
- Approximately 5 minutes will be given at the beginning to dress out, and 5 minutes is given to dress back in.
PE Rules:
“Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.” -Romans 8:37 NKJV
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That being said we are Champions in Christ:
C - COOPERATION: Use teamwork and show good sportsmanship.
H - HANDS: Keep hands and body parts to ourselves.
A - ATTENTION: Enter & exit w/ a quiet body and voice.
M - MOTIVATE: Get excited to learn, exercise, and have fun.
P - Prepared: Always wear sneakers and proper clothes. In this case uniforms!!
I - INVOLVEMENT: Always participate and give best effort.
O - OTHERS: Respect the teacher, environment and your classmates.
N - NOISE: Stop, Look and Listen on the whistle.
“Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.” -Timothy 4:8 NLT
Health Units/Wellness Wednesday:
- Health units vary depending on the class. All classes focus on making healthy choices and preventive measures to take to stay healthy.
- Wellness Wednesday will help students learn the following concepts and more.
- How to develop a Christian perspective when making decisions.
- The Values of our bodies, minds and heart.
- The effects that drug, alcohol and tobacco have on the body.
- About stress and stress management.
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Physical Education Units:
- Soccer, Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Team Handball, Floor Hockey, Table Tennis, Badminton, Tennis, Softball, Dance Team Building activities, Current Event activities, and games.
- Students will also participate in the Presidential Physical Fitness Testing each quarter. Skills for this include the mile run, shuttle run, pull ups, push ups, sit ups, and sit and reach.
Lockers:
1. Lockers will be given out during the second week of school.
2. Lockers will NOT be shared.
3. Lockers are to be used to store gym clothes and accessories only.
4. Students must provide their own locks.
5. It is very important that lockers are locked at all times. It is also important that you do not give out your combination to anyone.
Grading:
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Participation 35%
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Dressing Out 30%
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Wellness Wednesday 25%
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Assessment 10%
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TOTAL 100%
Make-up work:
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Tests: Students who are absent the day of the test.
- The student must make up the assessment on the first returned day.
2. Daily Points: Students who are absent for daily activities.
- The student has the option of making up the daily points (unless prohibited by the principal) with paper make up or physical activity make up.
Paper: One-page hand written over any sport or physical activity established in the middle school physical education curriculum. It does not have to be researched.
Physical make up: The student must make an appointment with teacher to complete either a 7-minute jog or 15-minute walk.
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Please read the above information and then sign below and return to your teacher during your class time.
Student ___________________________________
Parent/Guardian ________________________________________
Parent e-mail address ______________________________________
