Middle School Physical Education Expectations
- Class time is approx. 45 minutes.
- Appropriate attire is required
*Shorts or sweat pants are required
*Shoes that lace up and have proper support (cross trainers or running shoes)
- Attention is paid to wellness and exercise physiology (Stretching, technique and core area)
*A healthy balance of mind and body is encouraged
*Core exercises (emphasis on abdominal area)
*Stretching is a way to prepare the body for exercising, both physically and mentally.
-Increases heart and respiratory rate
-Boosts the amount of oxygen and nutrients to the muscles
-Prepares the body for the workout
-Extends the time of quality exercise
– Increases joint flexibility and range of motion
-Improves posture
-Relaxes muscles
-Improves coordination
- Skills are practiced and advanced games are played.
–We will work on technique through repetitions
5. Written tests will be given on specific sports
6. Written tests will be given and/ or projects assigned on health, nutrition and muscles.
7. Physical fitness testing will occur at least twice a year.
-There will be assessment testing done at the beginning of the year and progress l testing at the end.
- Ballroom dancing and Yoga are some of our other possible units
- Snowshoes on West Campus when weather is optimal
