Course Physical Education Course

Name Code
School Druid Hills Middle School Teacher K. Albright; K. Meade
Name Name
School (678) 874-7602 Teacher Kaitlin_meade@dekalbschoolsga.org
Phone Email Kawarya_s_albright@dekalbschoolsga.org
Number
School http://www.druidhillsms.dekalb. Teacher http://druidhillsms.dekalb.k12.ga.us/Kaitlin
Website k12.ga.us/ Website Meade.aspx
http://druidhillsms.dekalb.k12.ga.us/Kawary
aAlbright.aspx

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides students the opportunity to learn through a developmentally appropriate,
comprehensive sequentially planned physical education program aligned with the National Standards.
In 6th grade, the content standards emphasize working cooperatively to achieve a common goal. The
focus of this course is the development of movement skill combinations and movement skill knowledge;
the assessment and maintenance of physical fitness to improve health and performance, and the requisite
knowledge of physical fitness concepts, principles and strategies, and the application of psychological and
sociological concepts, including self-responsibility, positive social interaction, and group dynamics, in the
learning and performance of physical activity. In 7th grade, the content standards emphasize meeting
challenges and making decisions while working cooperatively to achieve a common goal to further refine,
combine, and vary fundamental motor skills (e.g., running, skipping, throwing, striking). These motor
skills, now having evolved into specialized skills (e.g. specific dance step, chest pass, small-sided games,
individual activities, catching with a glove, or the use of a specific tactic).
In 8th grade, the content standards emphasize working as a team to solve problems. The focus of this
course is the application of movement skills and knowledge (including defensive and offensive strategies)
to team physical activities, gymnastics/tumbling, and square dance; the assessment and maintenance of
physical fitness to improve health and performance; the requisite knowledge of physical fitness concepts,
principles and strategies to improve health and performance; and the application of psychological and
sociological concepts, including self-responsibility, positive social interaction, and group dynamics, in the
learning and performance of physical activity. Units of activity include: physical fitness (activities,
assessment, concepts, development and maintenance); cooperative activities; movement skills and
strategies applied in modified games of: flag football; soccer or lacrosse; volleyball; basketball or floor
hockey; soccer; softball; team handball/ultimate Frisbee; square dance; stunts and tumbling.
 CURRICULUM:
A variety of team and individual sports and fitness activities will be taught throughout the year. Activities
will be taught for a period of 2 to 3 weeks. The Fitnessgram test will be administered every nine weeks.
All students taking the course are subject to be tested (even if they have had the class previously).
Curriculum Options

Unit 1 2 3 4 5 6
Standards PEMS. 4 PEMS. 1 PEMS. 1PEMS. 1 PEMS. 1 PEMS. 2
PEMS. 2PEMS. 2 PEMS. 3 PEMS. 5
PEMS. 6
Theme Rituals/Routines Invasion/Target Net/Wall Rhythm/Dance Individual Outdoor/Field
& Fitness Sport &
Physical
Activity
Sub- Calistehnics Angle Ball Badminton Ballet Bicycling Cricket
Topics Aerobic Dance Bocce Ball Basketball Ballroom Bowling Softball
Cardio-Fitness Disc Golf Flag Paddleball Dancing Golf Team-
FITNESSGRAM Football Pickleball Contemporary Jogging Building
In-line Skating Hockey Squash Dance Juggling Track & Field
Large-Group Lacrosse Tennis Gymnastics Jump Whiffle Ball
Games Pilates Rugby Soccer Volleyball Sequence Rope Rounders
P90X Step Speedball Dancing Hip Martial Climbing
Aerobics Tae Bo Team Handball Hop Dance Arts Rock
Weight Training Ultimate Jazzercise Climbing
Yoga Frisbee Line Dancing Tai Chi
Tchoukball Skating Tumbling
Square/Folk Walking
Dance Zumba

GRADING SYSTEM:
The DeKalb County School District believes that the most important assessment of student learning shall
be conducted by the teachers as they observe and evaluate students in the context of ongoing classroom
instruction. A variety of approaches, methodologies, and resources shall be used to deliver educational
services and to maximize each student’s opportunity to succeed. Teachers shall evaluate student progress,
report grades that represent the student’s academic achievement, and communicate official academic
progress to students and parents in a timely manner through the electronic grading portal.
See Board Policy IHA.

Grading Procedures:
Guided, Independent, or Group Practice Grades
Students earn up to 25 points per day of class (20 points for participation and 5 points for dressing out).
Grades are put into Infinite Campus for the week on Fridays.
If a student is absent, make-up work needs to be completed to earn the daily points missed when absent.
A zero will be entered for the grade until the work is made up. See instructor for make-up assignment.
The following deductions can occur regarding daily grades:
Dressing Out
 Five points will be deducted each day a student does not dress out with proper PE attire but still
participates.
Participation

 A zero will be given each day a student does not participate unless excused for a medical reason.
 In the interest of student safety, students wearing sandals, boots, flip-flops, or other inappropriate
footwear will not be allowed to participate.
 If a student chooses not to participate, is unable to participate as a result of footwear, or is
removed from participating due to behavior, they can still earn 50% of their participation points
(10 points) by completing a consequence clipboard and returning it signed by a parent at the next
class meeting.
 Additionally, students will have other classwork to complete throughout the course to promote
cognitive and affective progression. Failure to complete this work will also affect the student’s
participation grade.
Assessment During Learning (Formative Asssessment) Grades
To evaluate student progress and plan accordingly, students will complete psychomotor self- and/or peer-
assessments and journals discussing cognitive or affective objectives.
Assessment of Learning (Summative Assessment) Grades
At the conclusion of each unit, students will participate in a dynamic game and be evaluated by the
instructor. Additionally, they will complete a unit test to evaluate understanding of the history, strategies,
tactics, and rules of the game.
Grading Categories Percentage Grade Protocol
Pre-Assessment 0%

Assessment During Learning 25% A 90-100

(Formative Assessment)
Personal Management B 80-89
Self- or Peer-
Assessments C 71-79
Exit Slips
Journals D 70

F Below 70
Guided, Independent, or 45%
Group Practice
Participation
Dressing Out
Classwork

Summative Assessment or 30%

Assessment of Learning
 Skills Assessments
Unit Tests
Final Exam

District Expectations for Success

Student Progress
Semester progress reports shall be issued four and a half, nine and thirteen and a half weeks into each
semester. The progress of students shall be evaluated frequently and plans shall be generated to
remediate deficiencies as they are discovered. Plans shall include appropriate interventions designed to
meet the needs of the students. See Board Policy IH.
Academic Integrity
Students will not engage in an act of academic dishonesty including, but not limited to, cheating,
providing false information, falsifying school records, forging signatures, or using an unauthorized
computer user ID or password. See the Code of Student Conduct - Student Rights and Responsibilities
and Character Development Handbook.
Homework
Homework assignments should be meaningful and should be an application or adaptation of a classroom
experience. Homework is at all times an extension of the teaching/learning experience. It should be
considered the possession of the student and should be collected, evaluated and returned to the students.
See Board Policy IHB.
Make-Up Work Due to Absences
When a student is absent because of a legal reason as defined by Georgia law or when the absence is
apparently beyond the control of the student, the student shall be given an opportunity to earn grade(s) for
those days absent. Make-up work must be completed within the designated time allotted. See Board
Policy IHEA.

School Expectations for Success

Classroom Expectations
Students are required to be actively engaged in all activities in physical education classes regardless of the
attire. For safety reasons, students are expected to wear proper attire and proper shoes when participating
in an activity. Sandals, clogs and flip flops are unacceptable for physical activity.
DISCIPLINE AND SAFETY PLAN:
1. Gum, candy, food and drinks (other than water) are NOT ALLOWED in the gym, locker room or
outside during PE class.
2. Tardiness to class will follow the school-wide tardy policy.
3. Electronic devices are prohibited from the gym, locker room and outside during PE class.
4. Honor the rights of others to speak, to listen, and to learn. Be positive and respectful to class
members and encourage others to do the same. Respect the property of others.
5. Assume the responsibility for your own learning by attending class regularly and being actively
involved with class activities.
6. Practice SAFETY at all times.
7. Students will not leave the gymnasium without permission.
Materials & Supplies
UNIFORM:
All students are REQUIRED to dress out daily for PE. The proper clothing is vital to your child’s best
interest and performance. Students are required to wear DRESS CODE school colors (red, black, grey, or
white). Shorts must be worn at the waist. Uniforms are sold during registration and are available for
purchase throughout the year.
The cost for each item is as followed:
Shirts: Cotton $10
Shorts: Mesh $10
Athletic shoes (tennis, running, basketball, or any Crossfit shoe) are appropriate for PE class. All shoes
must be tied during class for safety concerns. Boots, flats and sandals are not allowed during PE, and any
student wearing them will not be able to participate as a result of safety concerns.
LOCKERS:
Lockers are available in the locker room during class time for all students enrolled in Physical Education.
We recommend that you only bring items needed for PE into the locker rooms. If using the lockers,
students are responsible for bringing their own combination locks. DHMS is not responsible for lost or
stolen items. Students are not allowed to share lockers due to hygiene concerns.

PLEASE SIGN BELOW.

I have read and understand the syllabus.

Student signature _______________________________________________ Grade _______ Day ______

Date ___________________________________________

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