1 Mission Statement The Physical Education program is based upon the acquisition of knowledge and skills that are the foundation for engaging in physical activity. Each lesson will educate as well as empower all students, as independent learners, to sustain regular, lifelong physical activity as one of the cornerstones for a healthy, productive and fulfilling life. The Grover Cleveland Physical Education curriculum is a sequential program of age appropriate units and lessons. Each activity is designed to prepare, through participation, all students to know and understand the life-long benefits of health enhancing activities. Classes are undertaken in an active, caring, supportive and non-threatening atmosphere in which every student is challenged to grow. In addition, drills, activities and games are designed to maximize success for both individuals and groups. Every student, regardless of ability is provided with a learning environment that is modified, when necessary, to allow for maximum participation.

2 WELCOME TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION Ms. Capasso Mr. Gadek Mr. Timan Ms. Allison

3 OBJECTIVES of PHYSICAL EDUCATION A physical educated person: 1. Demonstrates competency in many and proficiency in a few movement forms. 2. Exhibits a physically active lifestyle. 3. Achieves and maintains a health- enhancing level of physical fitness.

4 Objectives cont. 5. Demonstrates responsible personal and social behavior in physical activity settings. 6. Demonstrates understanding and respect for differences among people in physical activity settings. 7. Understands that physical activity provides opportunities for enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction.

5 F requency I ntensity T ime Activity Guidelines

6 What do I need to participate in PE? Sneakers Sneakers socks socks shorts shorts Sweatshirt Sweatshirt Sweatpants Sweatpants T-shirt T-shirt

7 What if I am medically unable to participate in PE? written note from home excusing you for up to three days written note from home excusing you for up to three days go to nurse before school to have her sign your note and bring it with you to PE go to nurse before school to have her sign your note and bring it with you to PE Long term exemption requires a note from a doctor Long term exemption requires a note from a doctor

8 What if I can’t find my lock or clothes in the locker room? There is a lost and found outside of each locker room. There is a lost and found outside of each locker room. The serial number and combination for every lock is available from your physical education teacher. The serial number and combination for every lock is available from your physical education teacher. All personal belongings must be locked in your locker at all times. All personal belongings must be locked in your locker at all times. We can not be responsible for clothing that is left out or not properly secured inside of the locker room. We can not be responsible for clothing that is left out or not properly secured inside of the locker room.

9 Expectations of Students Being on-time and prepared in the appropriate attire every day. Being on-time and prepared in the appropriate attire every day. Participating mentally and physically to the best of your ability. Participating mentally and physically to the best of your ability. Cooperating with your teacher and classmates to help achieve the learning objectives of each class. Cooperating with your teacher and classmates to help achieve the learning objectives of each class. Participating in a manner that promotes safety and respects differences in all students. Participating in a manner that promotes safety and respects differences in all students.

10 THANK YOU FOR COMING To contact your child’s physical education teacher them at: Mr. Timan Ms. Capasso Mr. Gadek Ms. Allison