Gavit Middle School PE

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Physical Education Syllabus
Gavit Middle School
Class Instructor: Ms. Alyssa Arroyo
Office Hours: Room 138- 2:45-3:15pm or by appointment
Contact Information: ALArroyo@hammond.k12.in.us and/or (219) 989-7328 ext. 1371
Class Website: www.ladygladiatorspe.weebly.com
Class Description
Physical Education is a course whose focus is the improvement of human performance and
enhancement of human development. It is not only concerned with the physical outcomes that accrue
from participation in activities but also with the development of attitudes conducive to lifelong learning
and lifespan participation. Students will have the opportunity to develop lifelong skills that include
rigorous exercise and sports activities.
Text/Materials
Gavit PE Shirt
Gavit PE Shorts
Gym Shoes* (Mandatory for Participation)
Combination Lock* (Mandatory for participation)
Gavit PE Uniform and locks can be purchased at the Bookkeepers Office Room Room 105. A PE
uniform (shirt & shorts) is $20. Individual pieces can be purchased for $10. A Gavit combination lock in
brand new condition is $6 and used is $4.
Please put your name on the uniform as PE uniforms tend to get misplaced.
Grading
Grading will be determined by means of a point system. Each students grade will be determined through
an accumulation of points in which they have earned. For this reason, students need to actively participate
in all class activities to earn credit towards performance portion of their grade. See rubric attached.
Grading Scale:
Daily Participation
Homework/Quizzes

80%
20%
________________
100%

A Final Cumulative Exam will be given at the end of the semester.

100-98
A+
97-93
A
92-90
89-88
B+
97-83
B
82-80
79-78
C+
77-73
C
72-70
69-68
D+
67-63
D
62-60
59-0
F

ABCD-

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Gavit Physical Education Grading Rubric
10 points are can be earned each day for participation. A total of 50 points can be earned each week
for participation.
Quizzes are worth 10 points
Two No Dress are allowed per quarter.
If a student is dismissed from my class due to misconduct they will receive 0 points for that day
and any days associated with the disciplinary action.
10 Points (A+)

9 Points (A-)

8 Points (B-)

7 Points (C-)

5 Points (F)

0 Points (F)

Student is
dressed within
5-7 minutes.

Student is
not dressed
within 5-7
minutes.

Student is
dressed within
5-7 minutes.

Student is
not dressed
within 5-7
minutes.

Student is
not dressed
within 5-7
minutes.

Student is not
present in
class.

Student is
not in roster
spot before
attendance is
called.

OR

Student does
not dress for
class.

Student is in
roster spot
before
attendance is
called.
Student is
dressed in
Gavit Uniform
and proper
gym shoes.
Student fully
participates in
days activities.

Student is
not in roster
spot before
attendance is
called.

Student is in
roster spot
before
attendance is
called.

Student is
dressed in
Gavit Uniform
and proper
gym shoes.

Student is
partially
dressed in
Gavit Uniform
and proper
gym shoes.

Student fully
participates in
days activities.

Student fully
participates in
days activities.
OR
Student
participates in
days activities
but must be
redirected.

Student is
partially
dressed in
Gavit Uniform
and proper
gym shoes.
Student fully
participates in
days activities.
OR
Student
participates in
days activities
but must be
redirected.

Student is
not in roster
spot before
attendance is
called.
OR
Student is
partially
dressed in
Gavit Uniform
and proper
gym shoes.
OR
Student
participates in
days activities
but must be
redirected
multiple times.

OR

OR
Student puts
forth little to
no effort and
must be
redirected
often.
OR
Student is
dismissed from
my classroom
due to
misconduct.

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Classroom Guidelines and Expectations
I.

Dress Code for Physical Education

Gavit Shirt and Shorts are required for P.E. class as well as proper gym shoes.
The cost for a uniform is $20.00 for the set or $10.00 for either a shirt or shorts. (2x and 3x sizes are
$25.00)
You may not wear any part of your school uniform while participating in class.
No jewelry is allowed to be worn during class.
Each grading period, you are allowed two no-dress days where two no dresses will be excused. The
third no dress will result in a zero, the fourth will result in a zero and a phone call home. The fifth
will result in a zero and being sent to the Deans Office.

II.

Locker Room Rules

A gym lock is required for this class. Locks may be purchased for $5.00 at school or bring your own
lock.
Do not share lockers with other students!
No one is allowed in the locker room during class. Please use the bathroom at the start or at the end
of class.
All belongings must be left in the locker room during class. Backpacks, purses, cell phones, etc. must
be left in the locker room.
Please lock anything valuable in your locker. Gavit is not responsible for any lost or stolen
items.
III. Classroom Rules
No food or drink is allowed in the gym or locker room area.
If you are suspended from school due to an incident in my classroom, you may not make up the
assignment you missed that day. If you are suspended from school due to an incident outside of my
classroom, you may receive make up work to complete. It is your responsibility to pick up the work
from me.
If you have an excused absence, you must speak with your teacher to make up any assignments you
missed that day. It is the students responsibility to contact the teacher in regards to make-up work.
No rough play, foul language, play fighting or inappropriate behavior will be tolerated.
Any form of discriminatory language or bullying in my classroom will not be tolerated. If an incident
occurs, you will be immediately sent to the Deans Office.
Always respect and engage with your peers in a positive manner.

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Parents and Guardians,

Due to the amount of theft issues in the previous school year, we are sending home a
letter reminding parents and students about Gavits Physical Education locker room rules. We
ask all students to leave personal or valuable items in their school locker. Please do not bring
valuable items, such as wallets, purses, cell phones etc. into the gym for Physical Education
class. Students have also been told not to share lockers with friends therefore a lock is required
for their own gym locker and may be purchased at school or bring a lock from home.
I have read the following and understand that Gavit Middle/High School is not responsible for
any lost or stolen items and that my child is responsible for their own items. I also understand
that no investigation will be held if something is stolen.
Regards,
Ms. Arroyo
Parent Signature_________________________ Student Signature ________________________
Physical Education Rubric Agreement
The student has read the Gavit Physical Education Rubric on page 2 and understands that the student will
be assessed on a daily basis using this rubric. The student understands these daily grades will be reflected
in the weekly grade, with each day being worth 10 points for a total of 50 points each week.
The student understands that tests will be assessed separately from the daily rubric and will show up as a
separate assessment in the grade book.
Student Name: _______________________ Student Signature:___________________________
Classroom Guidelines and Expectations Agreement
The parent/guardian and student have read the classroom guidelines and expectations rules and agree to
the terms and conditions. The parent/guardian and student agree to abide by these guidelines as well as
respect the teacher who will enforce them.
Student Signature ______________________ Parent Signature________________________