Physical Education Driver S Ed

Coach L. Carter Physical Education Driver’s Ed. Amherst High School 2014-2015

Mission Statement: The mission of the Amherst County Public School Division is to provide an appropriate education in an environment that ensures success in the classroom and in future endeavors.

Departmental Policies and Procedures

Physical, Health and Driver Education are integral parts of the Amherst High School curriculum. We will provide for each student a program of activities designed to provide opportunities to develop an understanding of and appreciation for personal fitness and lifelong wellness.

I. DEPARTMENT STRUCTURE

A. Courses are divided into 9-week units. There are 36 weeks in the school year. Driver education will be thirteen and a half weeks and physical education is for twenty-two and a half weeks. B. Health Education I and II and Physical Education I and II are required for graduation. Health and physical education grades are not averaged together in determining the final semester grade. Thirty-six hours of classroom time must be devoted to Driver Education by each student, so attendance is very important. Behind the Wheel will be offered to 9 graders after the classroom part is passed in February.

C. At least once per 9 weeks, students will participate in the state recommended Fitnessgram Test Battery. These four tests include the following: mile run (cardiovascular endurance), curl-up (abdominal strength & endurance), sit & reach and trunk lift (flexibility), and the right-angle push-up (upper body strength & endurance). Student fitness will additionally be monitored and evaluated throughout the course using heart rate monitors, pedometers, and computer analysis.

D. Each 9 weeks will have 4.5 weeks of Driver Education and 4.5 weeks of Physical Education. The last 9 weeks will be all physical education.

C. Materials Needed  Pens and/or pencils

 3 ring binder

II. POLICIES FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION ACTIVITIES

A. Gym Uniform & Equipment

1. A change of clothes for Physical Education class is required each class period. Acceptable physical education clothing includes: athletic shorts, tennis shoes, and t-shirts. Amherst High School promotional T-shirts and shorts may be worn. Examples of unacceptable clothing & shoes include: cutoff shorts/sweat pants, short shorts, jeans, tank or muscle shirts, pajamas, sandals, hiking boots, slippers, or dress shoes. Students are expected to dress in a manner that reflects acceptable school and community standards. Students may not expose their midriff or undergarments. 2. Tennis shoes are required for Physical Education class and shoes must be worn at all times while on schools grounds. Street shoes are not permitted on any of the gym floors. 3. Water bottles are not permitted inside the gym but are encouraged to be used when activities occur outside. 4. Students will need a lock for a locker if you choose to use one. You must remove the lock each day. Any locks left on will be cut off. 5. Each individual is responsible for safeguarding his/her own possessions and valuables. Please do not bring valued possessions or large amounts of money to school. 6. Electronic devices such as iPods, MP3 players and should only be brought to Physical Education class for use during pre-announced cardiovascular endurance activities. Cell phones must be turned off and be locked in the locker room lockers during class time.

B. Class Rules  Be in your seat before the bell rings  Come to class prepared  Respect yourself and others  All cell phones need to be off and out of sight

D. Discipline Plan

Disciplinary actions taken by each teacher will depend on the nature and severity of the offense. Disruptions of the educational process such as fighting, willful disobedience of a teacher or staff member, or continued use of vulgar and inappropriate language will result in the immediate removal of the student from the gymnasium or activity area. Teacher discipline action generally includes: First offense – student conference (verbal warning) Second offense – activity time out or send outside classroom (possible detention) Third offense – teacher will contact parent/guardian Fourth offense – written referral

E. Behavior

Follow the basic principles of CARE, COMMUNITY, COOPERATION and COURTESY not only during physical class but also throughout each school day.

1. Monitor and control actions and reactions (self-discipline). 2. Respect self and others (ideas and opinions). 3. Exhibit manners (please and thank you, raise your hand to speak, offer to help. 4. Utilize listening skills (face person speaking, wait turn to respond) 5. Model appropriate language. 6. Appreciate the talents and limitations of all class members.

F. Physical Education Grading

Physical education is mainly graded based on effort. There will be quizzes and tests as well. You earn up to 10 points each day of physical education class. You will receive 3 points for dressing out, 3 points for walking/warm-up activities, 4 points for participating in the assigned activity of the day.There will be an assessment worth 20% at the end of the 9 weeks.

G. Driver/Health Education Grading

Driver/Health Education assessment is based on written assessments (tests and quizzes), group and individual projects, homework, in-class work and journal entries. Students will receive additional information regarding student assessment during the 9 weeks and will self-evaluate their progress throughout the class of every 9 weeks. There will be an assessment worth 20% at the end of the 9 weeks.

Contact information: [email protected] (434) 946-2898 Offices in Coaches office/ H-1 Classroom

Schedule:

1st- Planning 5th- Planning 2nd-Driver’s Ed/PE10 6th- Driver’s Ed/PE10 3rd- Driver’s Ed/PE10 7th- Health/PE10 4th- Driver’s Ed/PE10

Medical Restrictions

If your child is unable to perform specific physical activities because of a physical injury, limitation or chronic medical concern, please describe the problem in the space provided below.

My child and I both have had an opportunity to review and ask clarifying questions about the rules and regulations included in the Amherst High School Health and Physical Education syllabus.

PE Teacher: ______PE Period: ______

List Physical/Medical limitations here:

1. ______2. ______3. ______Syllabus & Medical Verification (Please sign, date, and return to physical education teacher)

______(PRINT Student Name) (Student Signature)

Date: ______

______(PRINT Parent Name) (Parent Signature)

Date: ______