AFNORTH International Middle/High School

Physical Education 7

Course Syllabus

Mr. Kirchner

COURSE TITLE: Physical Ed 7

INSTRUCTOR: Larry Kirchner

ROOMS: Gyms

E-MAIL: Larry Kirchner@eu.odedodea.edu

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The Middle School physical education courses are designed to provide for the sound emotional, mental, and physical development of students through instruction and participation in a wide range of individual, dual, and team sports. Students are encouraged to maintain a high level of physical fitness, endurance, flexibility, and coordination. Developments of the personal qualities of teamwork, individual effort, responsibility, and sportsmanship are encouraged.

COURSE GOAL/OBJECTIVES/STANDARDS

Major Concepts/Content: This course is designed to enable Middle School students to develop movement skills and conceptual knowledge and attitudes related to the physical education needs of the adolescent. Developmentally appropriate concepts of physical fitness and personal and social development are included in this course. Students apply appropriate physical activity and fitness concepts and attitudes to the development of a health-enhancing level of physical fitness. They demonstrate responsible and safe behavior applying appropriate concepts and attitudes to personal and social development.

Major Instructional Activities: Instructional activities are designed to further develop students’ movement and physical fitness. Students participate in a variety of modified sports, rhythmic/dance, physical fitness, and other physical activities. Applications of concepts, thinking skills, and positive attitudes to movement and physical fitness are featured. A focus on supporting meaningful and appropriate inclusion of those with disabilities in physical activities is emphasized in this course.

Performance Descriptions Grade7/ Physical Education

PE1 Movement

The student will demonstrate competency in varied movement forms and show proficiency in a few, applying appropriate concepts and attitudes to performance; that is, the student:

PE1a Demonstrates competency in varied movement forms and shows proficiency in a few.

PE1b Applies movement concepts and procedures to performance.

PE1c Develops positive attitudes related to movement performance.

PE2 Physical Activity and Fitness

The student will exhibit a physically active lifestyle, applying appropriate physical activity and fitness concepts and attitudes to the development of a health-enhancing level of physical fitness; that is, the student:

PE2a Exhibits a physically active lifestyle and strives to achieve a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.

PE2b Applies concepts related to the development of a physically active lifestyle and health-enhancing level of physical fitness.

PE2c Develops positive attitudes related to a physically active lifestyle and health-enhancing level of physical fitness.

PE3 Responsible Personal and Social Development

The student will demonstrate responsible and safe behavior, applying appropriate concepts and attitudes to personal and social development; that is, the student:

PE3a Exhibits self-management, sportsmanship, teamwork, and literacy skills in movement and physical activity performance.

PE3b Applies historical, cultural, and career concepts to movement and physical activity performance.

PE3c Develops positive attitudes related to the personal and social benefits of movement and physical activity.

SCOPE AND SEQUENCE:

Instructional activities will be designed to introduce students to the variety of activities listed below. Exploring and experiencing many sports and games should help students make knowledgeable decisions about activities that meet their individual needs. Emphasis will be on the following activities and will be dependent on the facilities and equipment available.

Sports & Activities, 4 weeks each (tentative)

Term I Tennis, Air Force Football, Physical Fitness Test

Volleyball, Soccer, Ultimate Frisbee

Term II Basketball, Weight room

Floor Hockey, Physical Fitness Test

Term III Indoor Soccer, Basketball, Weight room

Badminton, Weight room, Physical Fitness Test

Square Dance may be possible

Term IV Bowling, Field Hockey, Outdoor Soccer, Tennis

Softball, Golf, Physical Fitness Test

CONTINUOUS SCHOOL PROGRESS

AFNORTH International Middle/High School’s CSP (Continuous School Progress) goal is, “All students will improve their written communication skills across the curriculum.” The 6+1 trait is the model selected to improve school-wide writing in all subject areas. The 6+1 Trait writing framework is a powerful way to learn and use a common language to refer to characteristics of writing as well as establish a common vision of what “strong” writing looks like. Teachers and students will use the 6+1 Trait model to identify areas of strength and weakness as they continue to strive towards continued writing improvement. Success of all students requires that 6+1 Trait become a consistent and integral component of each course taught at AFNORTH International Middle/High School.

The student will be required to write a paper on a sport assigned by the teacher. The paper will be graded using the 6+1 trait model. Students will receive information regarding this report within the first month of school.

COURSE GRADING/ASSESSMENT:

Tests: 4 Skill and Knowledge Tests per quarter 50% of grade

Daily Work: 10 points a day x 22+ days = 220 points

50% of grade

Penalties assessed:

not dressing out = -10

not working = -2

not running = -3

not participating = -4

not working in weight room = -4

fooling around = -2

not following instructions = -3

Bonus points can be earned for work beyond the normal.

Running 1 mile during lunch will earn 5 points for not dressing out.

CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS:

Physical fitness is strongly emphasized and all students are

expected to run every day in class and do some type of

strength training.

Students must do the following:

Attend every class.

Arrive on time and be ready to start gym class 3 or 4 minutes after the beginning of the period.

Try your best in any activity or game.

Wear a complete gym uniform to class each day.

Clean your uniform when it becomes dirty.

Show respect towards your teacher and fellow students.

Show respect for the gym.

Show respect for equipment by not abusing it.

Play fairly and safely.

Students are expected to wear the following:

Non-marking gym shoes

Terms 1 & 4 two pairs (indoor & outdoor)

Terms 2 & 3 one pair for indoor

Socks

Shorts or sweat bottoms

T-shirts or sweat tops (no cut offs)

Students are expected to take PE clothes home on weekends to

wash them. Lockers are available for the uniform during

the week. The student must have a lock.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Do I have to change for PE every time I come to class ?

YES! Even if you have a note asking to be excused from taking part or you not feeling well, you still must change.

The only time that you do not change is on the request of your teacher or if you have a note from an injury requiring a cast or crutches or have a note from your doctor saying that you should not change.

Do I have to take part in PE class if I am not feeling well after I change?

NO! You will not be expected to participate but must bring a note from parents asking to be excused or tell the teacher that you are sick for that period.

You must bring a note each day that you do not feel well. Notes from your parents can only excuse you 2 class days in a row. To be excused for more than 2 days in a row, a doctor note will be required.

Do I have to take a shower?

Taking a shower is up to the student. If a student wants a shower, he must ask the teacher so he may leave 5 minutes early. A student must have a towel in hand to make such a request.

May I wear jewelry during P.E. activities?

NO! Rings, watches, earrings, necklaces, or other jewelry will not be worn during PE classes because they may break or cause injury to yourself or others.

What do I do with valuables during PE class? Will the teacher hold them for me?

Wallets, money, rings, watches, or other valuables should

be left locked in the school locker. Do not bring valuables to the gym, your “friends” will steal them.

The PE teachers will not be responsible for valuables left in the locker room. Lockers are in the gym hall and in locker room; bring a lock.

General classroom procedures:

Classes meet for 85 minutes. Changing at the beginning and ending of class: 4+ minutes

Attendance, warm-up, & running: 10 to 15 minutes

Skill development and practice: 10 minutes

Game situation for respective skill & activity: 20 minutes.

If there is team teaching, students then switch teachers or go to

a new skill and activity: 30 minutes.

What do I do if I miss class or don’t dress out? Can I make it up?

Students may make an appointment with the teacher to

make up tests and/or to run a mile during lunch or seminar.