AFNORTH INTERNATIONAL

MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL

BRUNNSSUM, THE NETHERLANDS

PHYSICAL EDUCATUON

8^th GRADE

Course Syllabus

Mrs. Joy Hill

School Year

2004-2005

COURSE TITLE: 8^TH GRADE PHYSICAL EDUCATION

TEACHER: Mrs. Joy Hill

ROOM: Gym

EMAIL: Joy_Hill@ eu.odedodea.edu

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Physical Education is an essential part of the total education program. Daily physical

education programs promote the physical growth and development of youth while

contributing to their general health and well being. These programs are based on a planned sequence of experiences in a wide variety of activities. Ultimately, they should help young people keep physically fit and enjoy many forms of physical activity during

the school years and continuing throughout life.

Vision: We envision students enjoying physical activity, developing physical fitness,

and pursuing wellness as a part of a healthful lifestyle.

Philosophy: Students strive to become well educated persons who appreciate the

importance of exercise, understand how to achieve health related fitness, and have

developed sufficient skills to enjoy participating in lifetime sports, rhythmics/dance, and other physical activities. Physical education performs a unique function in the curriculum by providing a safe environment where students are exposed to many opportunities to

develop their skills. Because the interests and abilities of students vary, offerings in physical education must be diversifies enough to meet the individual needs of the students.

The ultimate goal of quality physical education is to prepare and motivate all students

to engage in daily lifelong physical activities that promotes health and well being.

COURSE GOAL/OBJECTIVES/STANDARDS:

The DoDEA Physical Education Standards focus on the development of a “physically

Educated” person, emphasizing the development of movement, physical activity and fitness, and positive attitudes for all students. These three DoDEA physical education standards are aligned to the seven national physical standards and indicated that all students will achieve learning outcomes in:

PE1-MOVEMENT: The students will demonstrate competency in many movement forms

and show proficiency in a few, applying concepts and attitude to performance.

PE2-PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND FITNESS: The student will exhibit a physically active life style capable of applying concepts and attitudes to the development of a health

enhancing level of physical fitness.

PE3-RESPONSIBLE PERSONAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT: The student will

demonstrate social development skills, applying related concepts and

attitudes to personal and social development.

SCOPE AND SEQUENCE:

Middle School Sport and Activities approx. 4 weeks each (tentative)

Term 1-Field Hockey, Tennis, Flag Football, Volleyball, Soccer, Pre-Physical Fitness Test

Term 2-Weight Room, Basketball, Archery, Gymnastics, Post-Physical Fitness Test

Term 3-Weight Room, Basketball, Archery, Gymnastics, Pre-Physical Fitness Test

Term 4-Softball, Golf, Track, Tennis, European Sports, Badminton, Post-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 Traits + l is the model selected to improve school-wide writing in all subject areas. The 6 traits + 1 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 strive towards continued writing improvement. Success of all students requires that the 6 Traits + l become a consistent and integral component of each course taught at AFNORTH International Middle/High School.

The student will be required to write two reports during the semester on a sport assigned

by the teacher. The paper will be graded using the 6 + l trait model. In Physical Education

Class the reports will be graded on the conventions trait. Conventions are the mechanical

correctness of the piece spelling, grammar and usage, paragraphing, use of capitals, and

punctuations. Students will receive information regarding this report within the first month

of school.

COURSE GRADING/ASSESSMENT:

Written Project: Sports Report-10%

Tests: Skills and Knowledge Tests-25%

Daily Work: 10 points a day-65%

Penalties assessed:

Not dressing out= minus 10

Not working= minus 2

Not running= minus 3

Not participating= minus 4

Not working in weight room= minus 4

Fooling around= minus 2

Not following instructions= minus 4

Bonus points may be earned for work beyond the normal.

Running 1 mile during lunch will earn 5 points for not

Dressing out.

CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS:

It is expected that the student will attend every class.

It is expected that the student will be dressed in proper PE attire every class.

It is expected that the student will participate every class.

Show respect to your classmates and to your teacher.

Respect the gym and the equipment.

Play fair, play safe.

No gum in the gym.

Jewelry must be removed and locked in your locker. These items can cause injury

during sports activities. Do not bring valuables to the gym.

***The PE teacher will not be responsible for valuables in the locker room.***

Students are to shower at the end of class if there is another class to follow.

PE ATTIRE:

Socks, Shorts/Sweat Pants, T-shirt, non-marking indoor gym shoes, outdoor gym shoes, (separate from the ones worn to school). No jean shorts. Students must

have a lock. A gym locker will be issued to each student.

SUPPLIES:

It is recommended that the student will wear shin guards and mouth guards during field sports. Soccer, Field Hockey

Let’s have a Great Year!