ADVANCED PHYSICAL EDUCATION

NAME OF TEACHER: Johnny Lopez

E-MAIL ADDRESS jlopez@aptoshs.net

VOICE MAIL# 609

ROOM# boys locker room

PREPARATION PERIOD 688-6565 ex. 609


I COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This class is not open to 9th grade students. All students who have passed Beginning P.E. are required to take two semesters of Advanced P.E. Students are given the choice of taking this class any time during their sophomore, junior, or senior year. After meeting their requirements, students are encouraged to continue taking advanced P.E. as an elective choice.

There are two types of advanced P.E. One, is called advanced P.E. competitive sports: this class is for students on a varsity sport, and it meets second year P.E. requirements. This class is simply called advanced P.E. and is designed to motivate, and enhance the interest of every student, through an elective program of high interest activities. Students are give their choice of activities except when scheduling or class size problems occur. Periodic fitness tests will be incorporated into the class to monitor measurable fitness improvement, and activities may include:

Court and Field activities, Archery, aerobics, Badminton, Fitness, Golf , Swimming, Weightlifing, and Gym activities.

Students are expected to agree to and follow all Physical Education Department policy and rules. By meeting the standards and expectations of Aptos High School students will achieve greater self-esteem and confidence, a healthy and fit lifestyle, while enjoying a safe experience in their Physical Education class . Excellent students may be recognized by their teacher and rewarded with a free excellence in P.E. shirt.

II MATERIALS REQUIRED

1. Dress Requirement: All students are expected to follow the Aptos High School dress code at all times. In Physical Education the required dress for class, ( unless stated in advance by your teacher ) , consists of an Aptos Mariner P.E. shirt, navy blue shorts or navy blue sweat pants and non-marking and non-cleated athletic shoes and socks. Students must provide their own swimsuit and towel during a swimming activity. Team uniforms are not excepted as a substitute for any P.E. class.P.E. Shirt $8.00P.E. Shorts $8.00P.E. Sweat pants $20.00

2. Athletic equipment: All activity supplies and text books will be provided. Students wishing to use their own athletic equipment, use it at their own risk and must first get the approval of their P.E. teacher. At times, Pencils and paper may be required.

3. P.E. Lockers: All P.E. students will be assigned a locker to store their P.E. clothes. Lockers are for use during P.E. class only. Combinations and lockers are not to be shared.
III GOALS:

In reference to ESLRs ( Expected Schoolwide Learning Results ) and EDLRs ( Expected Departmental Learning Results )

1. Acceptable levels of cardiovascular fitness will be achieved and maintained bystudents. Students will be able to:
a. reach or maintain a healthy fitness zone ( Fitnessgram tests, F.I.T. formula )

b. recognize the importance of fitness and health ( Fit For Life , GHO )

c. formulate methods for a lifetime fitness program (Fit For Life,other activities)

d. participate in creative and motivating activities with a minimum of 40% related to total fitness
2. Every student will develop basic physical skills that will allow personal fulfillment in the use of leisure time.
a. demonstrate basic motor skills in a large variety of required activities

b. develop skill in lifetime activities
3. Every student will develop skill to help problem solve and manage behavior ( 20% social activities) (ESLR’s A,B,C,D,E, )
IV UNIT OF STUDY:

1. Activity:The activity for this class will be Weight lifting and fitness with some possible Gym and swimming pool activities.

2 Physical Fitness Tests:Tests will be administered throughout his class to monitor improvement in fitness levels.
V METHODS OF ASSESSMENT

1. 50% motor development, fitness and WELLNESS( participation , individual improvement, teamwork, written and practical skill tests, improved fitness scores.)

2. 50% social skills ( obedience, promptness, dress for class, leadership, attitude, achievement, and the spirit of teamwork and respect.)

3. Final exams will be based on a fitness evaluation and will have the power to raise or lower the semester grade by a half of a letter.
VI GRADING POLICY

1. Grades will be based on a point system. Successful students will attend regularly, come to class on time, participate in class, and do all assigned work. Points are awarded every day of class.

2. Student grades are based on a cumulative point total throughout the entire semester.

3. grades: percent of total points possibleA = 100-90%B = 89-80%C = 79-70%D = 50-69%
VII CLASS PROCEDURES

1. Absences or excused non- participation:No points are given when a student doesn’t participate in class. Only excused non- participation can be made-up. Teachers will supervise and assign a date and time for their students make-up. It is up to the discretion of the teacher if the student must dress for a make-up. No make-up is required if there is an excused medical note signed by a Doctor.

2. Extra Credit:Extra credit may be given at the discretion of the teacher.

3. Non-suit policy:Students are required to dress out for class everyday unless informed otherwise by their teacher. The proper attire shall consist of a gray Aptos P.E. shirt, navy blue shorts or navy blue sweat pants, with their first initial and last name printed with in the designated space on the logo, No other marking is allowed on their uniform. Shoes are required at all times, they are to be non-marking and non-cleated athletic shoes. There are no substitutes for this uniform such as athletic team uniforms or cheer uniforms. Students can not make-up a non-suit and points will be lost. Failure to dress in the appropriate attire will result in disciplinary action by the teacher, and or school administrator . The disciplinary action steps are as follows: a. One non-suit per quarter may be excused from disciplinary action at the discretion of the instructor. b. The student may purchase or borrow clothing from the P.E. Dept. Borrowed clothing will take a student I.D. card and must be returned the same day c. Following the first non-suit, points will be lost and all non-suits there after may be followed by a detention with his or her teacher. The date and duration of the detention will be at the discretion of the instructor. d. If the student fails to report to detention as assigned, they may receive a referral to the discipline office.

4. Locker rooms:There will be a teacher in the locker room at the beginning and end of each period. Students are not allowed in the locker room with out the supervision of a teacher. Locker rooms will be locked during class. Only students dressing for class are allowed in the locker rooms. Showering is encouraged for all classes but only required before entering the swimming pool .

5. supervision area:At the end of class all students are to remain in the P.E. area behind the Blue Mariner line until the passing well rings.
VIII BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS:

Social skill are a requirement in this class. By following the rules and meeting our expectations students will achieve, greater self esteem and confidence, a healthy and fit live style, a fun, friendly, and safe experience in their Physical Education class. Class room rule will be given in every area of activities. Other infractions of the rules are: non-participation non-suits leaving before passing bell unexcused tardy behavior dress code unexcused absence food, drinks,gum spitting disrespect, people disrespect, property swearing
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