Welcome to NRMS Physical Education

The Physical Education curriculum at New Richmond Middle School attempts to provide all students with the opportunity to develop skills and understanding that will enable them to enjoy and appreciate their physical development.  Physical Education offers unique opportunities for developing desirable characters and social traits as well as physical development.

Objectives of our course include increased cardiovascular endurance, development of motor skills, and improved health practices, as well as fulfillment of the recreational and social needs of the individual.

Emphasis in all classes is on lifetime sports with a focus on learning by doing.  A wide variety of experiences are provided so that each student is exposed to as many activities as possible.

Physical Education Syllabus

Welcome to Physical Education!  In order for you to get the most rewarding experience from class, there are some basic rules that every student should follow:

1. TRY YOUR BEST
2. BE RESPECTFUL
3. BE HONEST
4. BE PREPARED

SUPPLIES REQUIRED FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION:

Physical Education Uniform

Tennis Shoes that tie (crocs, "Hey Dudes", sandals, slip-on shoes, and flipflops, etc. are not acceptable)

ATTENDANCE & MAKE UP WORK:

Physical Fitness takes place every day in Physical Education.  If you miss a day it is very important you complete 30-minutes of physical activity outside of class to make up the points that you missed.  The activity needs to be cardiovascular in nature and non-school related.  Once completed, the STUDENT should complete a makeup form which can be obtained through the Physical Education webpage or in the gymnasium. The PARENT or GUARDIAN MUST sign the makeup form to verify the student’s activity.  Lastly, the student needs to turn in their makeup form to their Physical Education Teacher.

MEDICAL EXCUSES:

Students are allowed to miss one PE class per year with a written parent's note to excuse them for an injury.  If a student is going to miss more than one class, they need to be accompanied by a doctors note excusing them.

LOCKER ROOM EXPECTATIONS:

All students will be issued a lock to be used for the school year.  It is the students’ responsibility to make sure their locker is closed and the lock is securely locked before leaving PE class.  If your child loses their lock, please advise them to speak directly to their teacher to get a replacement.

GRADING:

You will receive points for daily participation, sport skills, and fitness testing.  Please see the student handbook for the grading scale.

Vocabulary Words

Body Composition

The percentage of body fat relative to muscle, bone, and other body tissue

Muscular Endurance

The ability to sustain muscle contraction over a period of time without undue fatigue

Cardiovascular Endurance

The ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen through the blood to fuel muscles at a moderate intensity for an extended period of time

Flexibility

The ability to move joints and muscles through their full range of motion

Muscular Strength

The ability of the muscles to generate force in a short period of time

Lifelong Exercise

An activity that someone can participate in for the duration of his/her life

Anaerobic Exercise

Activity that produces energy without oxygen - It is performed at a high level of intensity for a short amount of time

Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another

Sportsmanship

When people who are playing or watching a sport treat each other with respect

Aerobic Exercise

Activity that involves or improves oxygen consumption by the body - It is performed at a moderate level of intensity for an extended period of time