Welcome to Physical Education at Assumption Catholic School. My name is Coach Eager, and I am super excited for this upcoming year and all the amazing activities we are going to participate in and learn. I started teaching PE in 1995 and have coached various team and individual sports since then as well. I have 4 wonderful kids that are now all out on their own adventures. When I am not teaching at Assumption you might see me hiking, swimming, biking or hanging out in nature with my family.
My goal is to introduce both individual as well as team sports/activities and promote fitness habits so that students will choose to participate and engage in healthy activities for a lifetime. Personal best, cooperation, conflict resolution, positive self-image, sportsmanship and teamwork are emphasized throughout every unit.
Each grade will have PE 2 times a week.
Grading
Daily Points:
Grades for PE are based on a 3 point per day grading system. Students will be given one point for successfully completing each of the following:
- Preparedness (being on time and wearing appropriate PE shoes)
- Effort and Participation
- Sportsmanship and Behavior
Grades will be updated and posted at the end of every week on FACTS.
Skill Assessment/Worksheets
Throughout each unit, students will participate in peer skill assessment and/or individual skill assessment.
Tests/Quizzes (for 6th-8th grade only)
Unit tests will be given throughout the year to assess fitness concepts, game rules, and skill development. These topics will be covered in class, and a study sheet will be provided before each test to help students prepare.
Homework
Students are encouraged to participate in 30 minutes of exercise on days they do not participate in PE. Older students will need to study for tests/quizzes.
Injury/Illness
If a student has an injury or an illness and cannot participate that day, a note describing the activity level limitations and length of time they need to be excused for is required. If a student does not have a note, they will not receive credit (daily points) for that class. The student may be expected to participate with a specific assignment that may include part of their physical therapy, officiating from the side lines, guided observation of students, or written work specific to the lesson content. In some instances, a note from the doctor or parent will be required for the students return to full activity.
Absences
If a student is absent for two or more physical education classes in succession for reasons other than illness, they are expected to make up the work they missed on all the days they were absent. Students can choose a physical activity or a written assignement. Students are expected to complete the make up work and turn it into their physical education teacher within one week of returning to school to receive their daily points for each day.
Dress for Success in PE
Students are expected to wear athletic sneakers that are supportive. No sandals, boots or shoes without laces. If a student wears a dress or skirt to school, they must have a pair of shorts underneath.
Discipline Procedures
My goal is to address student behavior fairly, promptly, and consistently with all students. I use a 3 strikes approach called “On the Bench”.
Strike 1: Warning
Strike 2: Time out or refocus.
Strike 3: Note Home
NOTE HOME: K-5 tudents fill out an “On the Bench” form that requires a parent signature the next day. 6-8 students will get a progress report sent home in the take home Wednesday Envelope. You will also recieve an email.
If disruptive behavior continues, a behavior slip will be given and a parent meeting may be scheduled.
Physical Education Units
Cooperative Games (K-8)
Recess Games
4-Square (K-8)
Striking (K-2)
Catching and Throwing (3-5)
Ultimate Frisbee/Football (6-8)
Soccer (K-5)
Locomotor Skills (K-2)
Frisbee Play (5-6)
Fitness Testing (3-8 Fall and Spring)
Basketball (K-8)
Scooter Play (K-8)
Floor Hockey ((5-8)
Traveling/Landing/Jumping (K-5))
Dance (K-5)
Jump Rope (K-4)
Volleyball (5-8)
Racquet Play (K-2)
Pickleball/Badminton (3-8)
Cosmic Bowling (K-5)
Skiing and Ice Skating (6-8)
Olympics (5-8)
Invasion Games (3-8)
Tag Games (K-2)
Contact
The best way to contact me is through email. We are a team! I am available for student-parent-teacher conferences with an appointment.
Kristi Eager