PHYSICAL EDUCATION/WEIGHT TRAINING

Mrs. Houbregs ~ thoubregs@asd5.org Mr. Reed ~ sreed@asd5.org Miss Blancas ~ bblancas@asd5.org – Mr. Clark ~ rclark@asd5.org

Our primary goal is to teach students the benefits of fitness and how healthy choices can improve the quality of life. Our main focus is to motivate each student to become physically active through a variety of activities that will be offered during the school year. Units are in line with the Washington State Essential Academic Learning Requirements (EARLS).

Class Attendance – You are responsible for attending class and actively engage in the day’s lesson. Your attendance in this class is crucial for demonstrating proficiency in the subject.

If a student misses more than ten (10) class sessions during a semester, he/she may be subject to loss of credit in that class. This may be determined by the teacher of the class impacted by attendance. The student may appeal the absences to the Attendance Review Committee. The Attendance Review Committee will review student attendance history, class grades, behavior, performance, and hear student/parent comments in a formal meeting at the school or via an appeal letter. A schedule change with loss of credit may be recommended or other interventions, such as the student making up class absences in excess of 10 absences.

The student/parent/guardian may appeal the committee findings-recommendations to the principal within three (3) days upon receipt of the Attendance Review Committee letter. They should write a letter requesting an appeal to the Aberdeen High School principal. *Additionally, if a student is more than 10 minutes tardy, it will be recorded as an unexcused absence.

Class Rules –

· Attend class regularly and be on time.

· Be responsible for yourself, respect others and do your best!

· Participate in daily activities.

· Properly use and take care of equipment.

· Late work will not be accepted.

· There is NO EXTRA CREDIT!

· Cell phones are NOT to be seen or heard…EVER!!!! First offense ~ your phone will be confiscated and you may pick it up after school. Second offense ~ your phone will be confiscated and you or your parent/guardian my pick it up from an administrator.

· No electronic devices including but not limited to cell phones, palm pilots, MP₃ players, DVD devices, etc. Items that are out/on during class will be confiscated and returned at the end of the day.

· If you are gone for any reason, you are responsible for make up work. You have 5 days to make up any missed assignments, tests, excused absences or excused non participating days (a written note from your parent/guardian or doctor must accompany you prior to or on the day of the non participating day). An unexcused absence or unexcused non participation day cannot be made up and will result in a zero.

· If your ability to participate in this class is or becomes limited due to injury or illness, please notify your instructor immediately. Your physician may outline modifications in writing.

· An excused tardy must be accompanied by a note signed by an administrator, staff or faculty member ~ NOT A STUDENT TA.

· You may only leave class by permission from your teacher.

· NO FOOD OR BEVERAGES, OTHER THAN WATER, WILL BE ALLOWED IN THE LOCKER ROOMS OR INSIDE THE GYMS/FITNESS CENTER/WEIGHT ROOM.

· We are a beautiful new high school…DO YOUR PART TO HELP KEEP IT THAT WAY!

Grading scale ~

100-93 = A

92-90 = A-

89-88 = B+

87-83 = B

82-80 = B-

79-78 = C+

77-73 = C

72-70 = C-

69-68 = D+

67-63 = D

62-60 = D-

59-0 = F

Attendance, participation, being on time and coming to class prepared and ready to learn/participate are essential for meeting the requirements of this class. Tardies, absences, not prepared for class (no PE clothes), being disruptive/off task will lower your grade.

Locks and Lockers – You will be assigned a lock and locker to be used during class. You are responsible for the care and maintenance of the lock and locker. If you lose your lock report it to your teacher immediately. The cost of a lost lock is $6.00.

Be sure to lock all valuables in your locker each day. We are not responsible for lost or stolen property.

PE Clothes – The following attire is strongly recommended for PE class ~

· Plain gray or white t-shirt

· Socks

· Shorts (no jeans) or sweat pants

· Tennis shoes with good support (MUST be properly tied)

Write your last name on your PE clothes.

Accountability ~ High school is our last opportunity to prepare you for the “real world”. The best way to do this is to practice being responsible for the decisions you make and reaping the benefits/consequences of those actions. Make the RIGHT choices.

Have a great school year.