PHYSICAL EDUCATION OBJECTIVES

1. To promote a level of physical fitness necessary for everyday living.
2. To develop an understanding about oneself and how to continue to maintain physical fitness.
3. To develop fundamental skills in all activities offered.
4. To gain an appreciation and knowledge of the rules of the activities and games which are offered.
5. To help develop a feeling of self-confidence through active participation in games.
6. To develop a sense of fairness and good sportsmanship toward others.
7. To develop a knowledge of recreational and leisure time games to the point where a desire to participate will carry over to adulthood.

UNIFORM: All class members must have a full uniform for each class day. The uniform should consist of clothes that are not worn during the school day. The uniform should include:

1. gym shorts/sweats (no pockets, belt loops, or cut off jeans)
2. white or gray t-shirt with first name and last initial on front upper left corner (black laundry marker)
3. sweat socks
4. laced athletic shoes (name or initials inside)
*sweats are advisable for wear during cooler weather and appropriate gear for winter activities.
Athletic shoes that are worn to school are appropriate for Physical Education class, as long as they are clean. It is recommended that students have a pair of tennis shoes at school at all times. If a student fails to come to class prepared, the following will occur:

1st non-suit = verbal warning-no loss of points,

2nd NS= verbal warning, parent contact.

3rd NS= parent contact,"0" pts. , 1 detention/work detail.

4th NS = parent contact, 0 pts, grade drops one letter grade.

5th NS = referral to the office for willful disobedience.

Detention/work detail are served on Wednesday during the students lunch time with a physical education teacher. Choosing not to participate or suit out is not an option.

EVALUATION: Student progress is evaluated for each unit of instruction. Evaluation will be based on participation, physical performance, skills, effort, knowledge and behavior. Evaluations are quarterly - an evaluation from one quarter will not effect the evaluation for a following quarter.

94-100% A
93-87% B
86-76% C
75-65% D
45 % = participation, behavior, effort, attitude
30 % = tests, unit grades, skill development, homework
25 % = cardiovascular activities

Grading System: You will receive 10 points each day and 5 cardio points on cardio day if you do the following: come to class on time, dress out in full uniform, participate, and act/talk in a courteous, cooperative way, take care of school and personal property. You will have points taken away for the following:

Minus 3 points tardy, gum, not fully participating, not talking or acting in a courteous manner, not taking care of school or personal property.
Minus 10 points suspension, willful disobedience of above rules.

LOCKER ROOM EXPECTATIONS:
Food, beverages and gum are not allowed in the locker area or in the gymnasium.
Before class:

1. enter promptly
2. change in uniform quickly and quietly
3. immediately go to assigned area and sit down
4. begin stretching activities individually

After class:

1. enter locker room in a quiet and orderly manner
2. shower if necessary
3. change quickly and quietly
4. remain sitting in locker area and wait to be dismissed by teacher

LOCKS: Each student is assigned a locker and a padlock for use while in PE class. The fine for a missing padlock is $5.00. Students are expected to lock all valuables in their PE locker while in class. Large items (bags, jackets, etc.) should be locked in the student's hall locker.

EQUIPMENT: Any equipment or apparatus that is in the area where the class will meet is not to be used in any way by students until directed and supervised by the instructor.

HOMEWORK: Homework will be implemented according to each teacher.

PARTICIPATION: Physical Education is a participation class. Daily participation in appropriate uniform is mandatory.
Daily participation includes:

1. attendance
2. appropriate dress for class each day
3. demonstration of consistent effort during class
4. following directions and class procedures
5. following locker room expectations
6. demonstrating good sportsmanship and fairness to others
7. respect for teacher and for one another

NON-PARTICIPATION: A student may be excused from participation for reasons of illness or injury by a note from a parent/guardian or from a member of the office staff, maximum of 3 days. Prolonged non-participation must be excused by a note from a doctor.

MAKE-UP: An excused absence or a medical excuse may be made up with one of the following:
· One written page summary of a health/fitness article per day of absence
· Exercise log signed by parent and student (receive from teacher)

As a parent, you are your child's first and best teacher. Attitudes and habits learned at home will affect your child's health for a lifetime. You work hard to safeguard your child against current health problems. You can also take action now to protect your child from diseases that may be a threat in the future. Heart disease, the #1 killer of Americans, has its roots in the behaviors and habits learned in childhood. We appreciate your willingness to work with us as
we work together with your children.

ROMIG MIDDLE SCHOOL
PHYSICAL EDUCATION

I have been informed of the Physical Education policies and procedures for Romig Middle School. I understand there will be consequences if the procedures are not followed.

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