Physical Education Expectations
Fort Plain Schools Physical Education Program
Philosophy: The Physical Education Program is an integral part of the total education program here at Fort Plain Schools. Through physical activity, students will be provided the foundation for making informed decisions that empower them to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. A diverse offering of activities will provide students a variety of challenges that will contribute to the development of their physical, cognitive, and affective well-being; as well as leadership and positive social behavior characteristics. All students will participate in physical education all six years at the junior / senior high school, progressing through a sequential curriculum to ensure that they will become independent learners and competent decision makers. Physical Education is a life-long process which is the primary responsibility of the student; shared by the home, district, and community.
Department Expectations:
1. Students must wear sneakers and appropriate clothing to ensure safe participation in Physical Education. Tank tops, low cut shirts, short-shorts and pants showing underwear are not appropriate. T-shirts, shorts, sweatpants, sweatshirts are encouraged.
2. Students are medically excused from class only when they submit an excuse to their teacher that has been issued by the Medical Office.
3. Grades are based on a daily grading rubric, formal assessments, classroom assignments, projects and a final exam / or portfolio. See below for specific grading policy.
4. Students that are legally absent from class are required to make up those classes within two weeks following the absence(s). Students may make up one class per day. Other opportunities are possible if arranged with your individual teacher.
5. Cell phones and I-pods are not allowed in class. Please lock them in your lockers or have your teacher lock them in the PE offices during class.
6. Students are expected to report to class, for attendance, within 5 minutes of each period's start time. Tardiness consequences will be consistent with school policy.
7. Locker rooms will be locked during all class periods. Students are also expected to lock up their belongings during class in their gym lockers to prevent theft.
8. Athletes are positive role models for our school and are expected to change and participate for physical education classes.
9. All discipline problems will be handled in accordance with procedures in the student handbook.
10. The Guidance Department must handle all schedule changes.
Grading Policy: Student grades will be based on the following criteria:
1. Daily Grade: Consists of a rubric that includes skills, concepts, personal responsibility, levels of engagement and appropriate attire.
2. Assessments/Projects: May include the following / but not limited to: Skill/Cognitive/NYS PE Profile Rubrics; weight room students record; fitness tests goal-setting contract; pedometer sessions; heart rate monitor downloads; score sheets; sport ed. responsibilities; personal fitness plan; creative game project; community resource evaluation.
3. Classroom Assignments: May include the following / but not limited to: worksheets; tasks; peer evaluations; partner challenges; orienteering maps; goal setting practices; station worksheets; NYS PE Profile scenarios.
Your Final Exam in Physical Education class will be assigned by your Teacher. The Final Exam could include a written exam, a portfolio collection of work, or a project.
**Physical Education is a graduation requirement. Success in completing the PE credits required for graduation is directly related to consistent attendance and completion of assessments, assignments and projects.
Medical Excuses: All students are required to participate in physical education classes if they are medically able to do so. Absences from class due to medical reasons must be made up by the end of the marking period.
Exceptions to this policy must be discussed and agreed upon with the student's physical education teacher.
Medical excuses required from the Medical Office must be submitted to the student's physical education teacher. All students that are out of class due to a “medical” must report to their teacher each day they have physical education class to receive an alternative assignment. If the doctor has approved alternative activities that can be safely accomplished during class, a student may attend their regular physical education class to complete them. If a long term medical make-up assignment is given to the student by their teacher, an agreed upon due date will be established.
Make-Up Options for Missed Classes: All absences must be made up within two weeks of the absence (unless alternative arrangements have been made with their PE teacher). Students must be prepared to participate in appropriate clothing and sneakers. Illegal absences, when made-up will receive only half-credit.
Students may make up missed classes during a study hall or free period if they have received a pre-signed pass from their PE teacher. There may be other additional times for PE make ups, which should also be discussed with the student’s Physical Education teacher.
Locker Room Procedures: Students need to lock up their belongings in lockers during class. The PE staff does have locks available for use during class and students are encouraged to ensure safety of their possessions. There are always theft issues in the locker room despite the Physical Education staffs' best efforts to monitor and supervise those areas. Please protect yourself and your belongings. The school and teachers are not responsible for items left unlocked in the locker room areas or brought to class and left unattended. The doors to the locker room will be locked following the “late bell”. Students will be discouraged from letting fellow students in after that time.
Thank you for your support! Have a great year!
Physical Education Staff:
Department Chair: Mr. Don Stockwell
FP Jr/Sr High School
Mr. Don Stockwell
Mr. Phil Thibodeau
Philosophy: The Physical Education Program is an integral part of the total education program here at Fort Plain Schools. Through physical activity, students will be provided the foundation for making informed decisions that empower them to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. A diverse offering of activities will provide students a variety of challenges that will contribute to the development of their physical, cognitive, and affective well-being; as well as leadership and positive social behavior characteristics. All students will participate in physical education all six years at the junior / senior high school, progressing through a sequential curriculum to ensure that they will become independent learners and competent decision makers. Physical Education is a life-long process which is the primary responsibility of the student; shared by the home, district, and community.
Department Expectations:
1. Students must wear sneakers and appropriate clothing to ensure safe participation in Physical Education. Tank tops, low cut shirts, short-shorts and pants showing underwear are not appropriate. T-shirts, shorts, sweatpants, sweatshirts are encouraged.
2. Students are medically excused from class only when they submit an excuse to their teacher that has been issued by the Medical Office.
3. Grades are based on a daily grading rubric, formal assessments, classroom assignments, projects and a final exam / or portfolio. See below for specific grading policy.
4. Students that are legally absent from class are required to make up those classes within two weeks following the absence(s). Students may make up one class per day. Other opportunities are possible if arranged with your individual teacher.
5. Cell phones and I-pods are not allowed in class. Please lock them in your lockers or have your teacher lock them in the PE offices during class.
6. Students are expected to report to class, for attendance, within 5 minutes of each period's start time. Tardiness consequences will be consistent with school policy.
7. Locker rooms will be locked during all class periods. Students are also expected to lock up their belongings during class in their gym lockers to prevent theft.
8. Athletes are positive role models for our school and are expected to change and participate for physical education classes.
9. All discipline problems will be handled in accordance with procedures in the student handbook.
10. The Guidance Department must handle all schedule changes.
Grading Policy: Student grades will be based on the following criteria:
1. Daily Grade: Consists of a rubric that includes skills, concepts, personal responsibility, levels of engagement and appropriate attire.
2. Assessments/Projects: May include the following / but not limited to: Skill/Cognitive/NYS PE Profile Rubrics; weight room students record; fitness tests goal-setting contract; pedometer sessions; heart rate monitor downloads; score sheets; sport ed. responsibilities; personal fitness plan; creative game project; community resource evaluation.
3. Classroom Assignments: May include the following / but not limited to: worksheets; tasks; peer evaluations; partner challenges; orienteering maps; goal setting practices; station worksheets; NYS PE Profile scenarios.
Your Final Exam in Physical Education class will be assigned by your Teacher. The Final Exam could include a written exam, a portfolio collection of work, or a project.
**Physical Education is a graduation requirement. Success in completing the PE credits required for graduation is directly related to consistent attendance and completion of assessments, assignments and projects.
Medical Excuses: All students are required to participate in physical education classes if they are medically able to do so. Absences from class due to medical reasons must be made up by the end of the marking period.
Exceptions to this policy must be discussed and agreed upon with the student's physical education teacher.
Medical excuses required from the Medical Office must be submitted to the student's physical education teacher. All students that are out of class due to a “medical” must report to their teacher each day they have physical education class to receive an alternative assignment. If the doctor has approved alternative activities that can be safely accomplished during class, a student may attend their regular physical education class to complete them. If a long term medical make-up assignment is given to the student by their teacher, an agreed upon due date will be established.
Make-Up Options for Missed Classes: All absences must be made up within two weeks of the absence (unless alternative arrangements have been made with their PE teacher). Students must be prepared to participate in appropriate clothing and sneakers. Illegal absences, when made-up will receive only half-credit.
Students may make up missed classes during a study hall or free period if they have received a pre-signed pass from their PE teacher. There may be other additional times for PE make ups, which should also be discussed with the student’s Physical Education teacher.
Locker Room Procedures: Students need to lock up their belongings in lockers during class. The PE staff does have locks available for use during class and students are encouraged to ensure safety of their possessions. There are always theft issues in the locker room despite the Physical Education staffs' best efforts to monitor and supervise those areas. Please protect yourself and your belongings. The school and teachers are not responsible for items left unlocked in the locker room areas or brought to class and left unattended. The doors to the locker room will be locked following the “late bell”. Students will be discouraged from letting fellow students in after that time.
Thank you for your support! Have a great year!
Physical Education Staff:
Department Chair: Mr. Don Stockwell
FP Jr/Sr High School
Mr. Don Stockwell
Mr. Phil Thibodeau
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