Welcome to Ray Middle School Physical Education

MS Physical Education Staff 315-638-6112 Mr. Doug Jackson Ext. 5241 Mr. Daniel Vannatta Ext. 5241 Mrs. Tessa Ordway Ext. 5258 Mrs. Mary Jo Cerqua Ext. 5258

PE Policies This Physical Education presentation is listed on the Ray Middle School web page. Click Physical Education. Click PE Policies and information.

Sneakers – that tie on top Proper Attire T shirt Athletic shorts, Yoga pants Sweat shirts/pants Jackets for outside Sneakers – that tie on top

Unacceptable Attire Jeans Jean shorts Pajama pants Boots Slippers, flip flops Anything with metal Jewelry

Locker Rooms Girls Boys

Locker Rooms Girls Boys Girls change in the changing areas during class. Keep all belongings together in one place. Girls athletes can have a yellow team locker only when they are an in season athlete Boys can only use their locker for the class period. Must have sneakers for class. Unless they are an in season athlete they can have a team locker. Locks are required – Must Lock PE clothes in a team locker when in season Locker rooms are for changing only No fooling around – NO CELL PHONES No Food Please!

Attendance Procedure Once the late bell has rung, students have approximately 5 minutes to change into their PE clothes and sit on their squad spot. If students are not in their squad spot by the time the teacher has reached them in attendance they will be marked late and lose points if they do not have a pass. Where is John?

Grading Points Make ups Each class is worth 5 points Class grades are based on preparation and participation as well as the Ray MS PE Rubric Students who are not prepared lose credit for class. Students must change out of clothes worn to school that day. A prepared student who does not participate will lose credit for class Music lessons are excused Students are able to make up days for full credit Students can’t make up days that they chose not to participate Students can’t make up days that they lost points for behavioral matters

PE Rubric Psychomotor Cognitive Safety Fitness Student almost always puts forth consistent effort to improve skills resulting in observable progress and improvement in technique and performance. Student usually puts forth a consistent effort to improve skills resulting in some progress and improvement of performance and previous errors in technique. Student attempts to perform skills showing some evidence of correct technique, but effort and application are inconsistent and not always effective. Student exhibits an overall lack of effort or desire to attempt skills. Technique is not yet sufficient and there has been little evidence of improvement or effective performance. Student demonstrates evidence of a comprehensive understanding of rules and objectives of the activity or exercise and is able to assist or correct others. Student demonstrates a basic understanding of rules and objectives of the activity or exercise but is usually able To participate effectively. Student demonstrates a minimal understanding of some rules and objectives of the activity or exercise and usually needs assistance to participate appropriately. Student consistently demonstrates an incorrect application of rules and is able to participate on a minimal level in the activity only with constant support. Student almost always participates energetically and safely, demonstrating self-control and respect for the positive and safe experience of others. Student normally participates energetically and safely, demonstrating self control, fair play and respect for others. Although inconsistent in energy and enthusiasm, student usually participates safely, demonstrating self control, fair play, and respect for others. Student lacks self-control at times or often and needs reminders and encouragement from others to participate in a safe, fair, energetic, and/or respectful manner. Student demonstrates mostly above average levels of physical fitness as well as a cognitive understanding of healthy habits and choices to maintain/improve personal health and fitness Student demonstrates at least average levels of fitness and is usually able to differentiate between healthy choices and habits that may have a negative impact on overall health and fitness. Although fitness levels are just slightly below average, student regularly demonstrates evidence of choices and/or habits that may have a potentially negative impact on personal health and fitness Student exhibits low levels at several components of physical fitness and may be “at risk” for habits and/or choices that negatively impact personal health and fitness Psychomotor Cognitive Safety Fitness Outstanding Needs Improvement Satisfactory Unsatisfactory

Medical Doctor Note Parent Note Students who are out more then 3 PE classes need a medical note from a doctor Long term medicals will be placed in a study hall for the length of the medical Students will be given a medical project by their PE teacher which needs to be completed in the time they are out on medical Students can be excused for a maximum of 2 PE classes with a parent note. Doctor’s note must be sent after that. These classes can be made up for full credit. Students can only be excused from fitness testing from a medical professional

Activities Offered Fitness Activities Team handball Speedball Basketball Softball Volleyball/Net Games Tennis/Paddle Ball Yard/Outdoor games Invasion Games Whiffle Ball Fitness Activities Traverse Climbing Wall Football Soccer Lacrosse/Scoop Ball Capture the Flag Base Games Tumbling

Fall and Spring Fitness A BRIEF EXPLANATION: This is a personal fitness record of your child. It is used to help students learn to monitor their fitness levels from year to year. The test items are designed to test health-related physical fitness. The purpose of each of the items is as follows: One Mile Run/Walk or the PACER: Measures aerobic capacity, which is the best indicator of cardiovascular fitness. Cardiovascular fitness will help prevent heart disease and obesity. Sit-ups: Measures abdominal strength and endurance, which is important for proper posture and prevention of lower back pain. Sit and Reach: Measures the flexibility of the lower back and posterior thighs. This is important for the prevention of lower back pain. Push-ups: Measures upper body strength and endurance, which is important for posture and skill performance. No worries! All based on participation, effort and personal fitness goals.

Fitness Room Pool

Traverse Climbing Wall

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