Flexibility and Dance

Flexibility- the range of motion possible around a specific joint or series of articulations.

3 stretches in flexibility: ballistic, dynamic, and static.

1.) Ballistic- bouncing motion
2.) Dynamic- active movements of muscle that bring forth a stretch but are not held in the end position.
3.) Static- extended time, 10-60 seconds.

In the dance portion of our class, each member put together their own 8 count dance. The group then put all of the counts together to form the dance.

Case Study Presentations

What I would like to implement into my program:

1. Respect is the foundation of all rules!
2. You should teach both the student and the athlete.
3. Dress out in school colors.
4. Award extra credit if students go to an extracurricular event in order to keep students involved.
5. If you do not dress out, you have to stand up the entire time.

P.E. Infographic

Cross Curricular Lesson Plan

http://www.educreations.com/lesson/view/explorers/1540171/

Secondary Cross-Curricular Games

www.healthyschoolsms.org/health_education/physicaleducation.htm 

Go to Physical Activities with Cross-Curricular Ideas 
Go to pg.52-56 and read!Scrabble fitness pg. 53

PE Teacher Shows Off Jump Rope Talents

Parent Letters

Parent Letters

Kindergarten- 2^nd Grade Physical Education Behavior Report

I decided to put the rules and consequences in the behavior report so the parents would know our rules and consequences in the classroom. K-2 is using the “smiley face” procedure, while 3-5 is using “reflection space”.

                              3^rd- 5^th Grade Physical Education Behavior Report 

Behavior Reports

                                BEHAVIOR CHART 

                   Kindergarten- 2^nd Grade Physical Education Behavior Chart

I would have the kids’ names on each slot. Each slot would contain the colored faces from the chart above. I would have blue, green, yellow, and red different colored faces for the students to change in their pockets.

I copied this picture from http://lacedwithgrace.com/wp content/uploads/2011/08/behavior-chart.jpg

Secondary Welcome Letter

Spain Park High School Welcome Letter /Syllabus

Course Syllabus 2012-2013

    Matthew Brick: mbrick.k12.al.us

Dear Parents and Students,

         I would like to be the first one to welcome you to the new school year here at Spain Park High School! This will be a new and exciting year. I received my bachelor's degree at Jacksonville State University in physical education. I am also the cross country and track and field coach at Spain Park High School.

Teaching Philosophy:  Physical education is a class that incorporates lifelong skills to learn about healthy growth and development. I believe that being physically active for a lifetime is important. The future of physical education is in the hands of new teachers with new teaching styles. Activities that eliminate students, involve standing around, and do not encourage students to succeed, must be taken out of present teacher’s plans.

Course Title: Physical Education Grades 9-12

Semester: Fall 2013        

Class Meets: Designated Block, Every Other Day

Teacher: Coach Brick

SPHS Phone Number: 205-690-9607   EXT:23

Blog: coachbrickspegames.blogspot.com

Please keep track with my blog, as I will update throughout the year. I will also list links with great websites regarding fitness and health. If you have any questions, concerns, or comments please do not hesitate to contact me.

Belief Statement: It is the mission of the Spain Park High School P.E. program to provide a variety of appropriate activities through instruction that will allow the student to gain cognitive learning, physical skills, and personal or social skills that will provide them to be physically active across their lifespan.

Course Overview: The physical education curriculum is designed to help students recognize the importance of regular physical activity.  All students are given the opportunity to select activities. Students are encouraged to select a variety of activities that include fitness, individual and team activities.

Curriculum Overview: The first day of Physical Education class will cover the following:  syllabus, grading, and lockers. Every class will begin with a warm-up or a fitness activity. All students will be electing their activities. They will include; golf, softball, volleyball, tennis, frisbee games, fitness walking, basketball, or racquet sports. These activities will be based on the Alabama Physical Education State Course of Study.

Course Objective:  To refine motor skills, such as throwing or catching. Also, to participate in team sport and individual sport activities in order to play by the rules in a good manner.

Policies/ Expectations: Each student is responsible for his/her own valuables during the class period. Discipline issues may be handled immediately by the teacher by physical consequences (i.e. push-ups, crunches, jogging extra laps). Students are responsible for getting the note to the PE teacher.

Dress Requirements: All clothing must allow for safe participation in the activities. Tennis Shoes are required for all activities. Also, skirts and dresses are not allowed along with baseball hats and sunglasses. Students are expected to remove all jewelry.

Lockers: You may use the lockers to store personal items.

Class Rules: 

1. Roll Call will be taken at the tardy bell.

2. Dress daily in your physical education clothing.

3. Show respect by being quiet and attentive during class instruction 

4. Do not chew gum.

5. Do not wear jewelry.

6. No headphones, cell phones, or electronic devices. They will be taken up.

7. Do not leave the gym area until the final bell rings.

Consequences: 

1st Offense: Verbal warning

2nd Offense: Sit out and loss of points.

3rd Offense: Parent Notification and loss of points.

4th Offense: Administration Referral and loss of points.

Parent/ Doctor Notes: A parent may write a note excusing the child participation for that day. If the child is to miss P.E. longer than two class meetings, a doctor excuse needs to be turned into the P.E. teacher.

Grading Scale:       A=90-100%

        B=80-89%

                                C=70-79%

                                D=60-69%

                                F=Below 60%

                      Grades will be based on the following (100 points possible):

1. Participation – 60%. Students receive five points per day for active participation. 

                    The following actions will result in point deductions:

Non-participation ………………………………………………......(-10 points)

Unprepared (not changing into appropriate class dress)…................(-10 points)

Tardy to P.E. ………………………………………………….........(-2 points)

Violation of rules…………………………………………………..(-4 to –10 points)

Misconduct…………………………………………………………(-4 to –10 points)

	Proficient (3)	Satisfactory (2)	Needs Improvement (1)
Sportsmanship	Encourages classmates, Takes turns, shares, no put-downs	Takes turns well, Takes care of self, Usually positive	Demeans others, selfish, often not positive
Effort / Participation	Great participation, on task, constantly pushes self, prepared for class	Steady participation, On task, usually pushes self	Not working, passive participation, sometimes on task, seldom pushes self.
Skills / Performance	Can do things well, uses the proper technique	Can do many thing well, improving, consistent techniques most of the time.	Can do few things well, inconsistent, sometimes uses technique.
Knowledge	Communicates and applies the rules.	Can usually communicate and apply rules.	Rarely communicates and seldom applies rules.

                 2.Skills Test– Points may vary depending on the activity.   

                 3. Written Test- There may be written test throughout the year. If you are absent, it will be your responsibility to see your teacher to schedule time to make up your test.

             Grading rubric for Student participation for skills test.

                    

Fun and games,

Coach Brick

Spain Park High School

Physical Education Teacher

        

____________________________________________________________________________________________________    Please sign and have your student return the bottom portion during their next P.E. class.  Sign and return the bottom portion of this document after you have read the above information.

Student’s Name:_______________________________________________________Date:_________________

Parent/ Guardian Signature: ______________________________________________________

Homeroom Teacher:_____________________________________________

Student Health Problems/Concerns/History:

Grades 3-5 Rules and Consequences

Coach Brick's Rules And Consequences

  

Rules:

1. Enter Quietly And Sit In Your Line.

2. Wear Proper Shoes.
3. Respect Equipment And Everyone Else.
4. Play Fair!
5. No Gum, Drinks, Or Food.

Consequences:

1st Time: Verbal Warning!
2nd Time: You Will Be Sent To "Reflection Space"!
3rd Time: Parent Letter!
4th Time: Principal Visit!

Grades K-2 Rules and Consequences

     Coach Brick's Rules & Consequences

Rules:

1. Be Nice!

2. No Horseplaying!

3. Keep Your Hands And Feet To Yourself.

4. STOP, LOOK, And LISTEN When You Hear A Whistle.

5. Follow Directions.

Consequences:

1st Time:Warning!

2nd Time: You will be sent to TIME OUT!

3rd Time: You will not get your Star for the day!

4th Time: Parent Letter!

5th Time: Principal's Office!

Link between exercise and brain function

Below is a link to an article describing how the brain performs with exercise.


http://fitness.mercola.com/sites/fitness/archive/2012/01/13/exercise-may-encourage-healthy-eating-via-brain-changes.aspx

Coach Brick's Welcome Letter

Dear Parents and Students,
         I would like to be the first one to welcome you to the new school year here at Rocky Ridge Elementary School! This will be a new and exciting year. I recieved my bachelor's degree at Jacksonville State University in physical education. I am also the cross country and track and field coach at Spain Park High School. This will be a fun-filled year with new games and activities for the students. Your child will benefit from my class in many different ways such as having better confidence when trying new games, staying active during class, and giving your child the opportunity to learn. At the end of each day, I hope that your child will tell you how amazing our P.E. class is. I have listed my goals in order to teach your child this year.

                                  The goals for our students in P.E. are:

         - To maintain fun while increasing the students' level of physical fitness.

         - To develop positive student interactions through physical activity.

         - To help every student become aware of their capabilities while participating in activities.

        - To show the importance of self-satisfaction of giving one's best effort, despite winning   

        or losing.

Please keep track with my blog as I will update throughout the year. I will also list links with great websites regarding fitness and health. If you have any questions, concerns, or comments please do not hestitate to contact me. This is going to be an exciting year!!!

Fun and games,

Coach Brick
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
Physical Education Teacher
256-690-9706 or email me at mbrick@jsu.edu