Fitness for Life Syllabus

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1 Fitness for Life Syllabus INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION OFFICE PHONE NUMBER La Kesha Bryant ext Lbryant@gcecnj.org New Gym Girls Locker Room Gary Cop ext Gcop@gcecnj.org Old Gym Boys Locker Room Rebecca Goff ext Rgoff@ gcecnj.org Old Gym Girls Locker Room Trish Green ext Pgreen@ gcecnj.org Classroom 503 Andrew Hahn ext Ahahn@ gcecnj.org Old Gym Boys Locker Room Ed Hennessey ext Ehennessey@ gcecnj.org New Gym Boys Locker Room William Peifer ext Wpeifer@ gcecnj.org New Gym Boys Locker Room Jason Ruczynski ext Jruczynski@ gcecnj.org Old Gym Boys Locker Room FITNESS FOR LIFE I This course provides an opportunity for students to experience lifetime activities that promote the concept of fitness for life. Instructional units focus on basic conditioning, weight training, proper nutrition, and the appraisal of individual fitness levels. The ultimate goal of this program is to empower students to understand that total fitness is an individual responsibility. Through participation in a variety of activities students are encouraged to examine their individual needs in order to maintain a desired level of fitness. The primary goal of the Physical Education unit is to present a wide variety of physical fitness opportunities, movement/dance, and games which will lead to development of health related fitness. Fitness 101 is an introduction course to proper weight room etiquette and safety. This course will develop students understanding of basic weight training principles and teach them how to develop an exercise plan. It will also give students the knowledge of how to properly and safely perform various exercises. Health topics in the freshmen year include: Nutrition principles, weight management and eating disorders, and human relationships and sexuality education. FITNESS FOR LIFE II This course provides and builds on concepts from Fitness for Life I where students experience lifetime activities that promote the concept of fitness. Fitness for Life II also builds on these foundations of Wellness by examining and applying the more advanced principles of conditioning and giving an introduction to fitness assessment. Fitness 102 gives students the knowledge of how to maximize their cardiovascular fitness. This information will teach students how they can increase their own athletic performance, lose body fat, or simply maintain optimum cardiovascular health. The main focus of the health unit is the NJ State Driver s Education course, while integrating alcohol, tobacco and other drugs lessons. The primary goal of the Physical Education unit is to present a wide variety of physical fitness opportunities, movement/dance, and games which will lead to development of health related fitness.

2 FITNESS FOR LIFE III This course provides an opportunity for students to earn the American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification. The purpose of this course is to teach students the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. This fun yet physically challenging course consists of three certifications to prepare students to recognize and respond quickly to emergencies and prevent drowning and injuries. Specific health topics addressed in this course include blood borne pathogens and First Aid and CPR/AED training. Fitness 103 is an advanced class that puts nutrition in a whole new perspective. This course will teach students how they should eat and when according to their exercise schedule and routine to maximize muscular growth, performance, and recovery. The primary goal of the Physical Education unit is to present a wide variety of physical fitness opportunities, movement/dance, and games which will lead to development of health related fitness. FITNESS FOR LIFE IV The focus of this course is continued life-long fitness. The ultimate goal of this program is to empower students to understand that total fitness is an individual responsibility. Emphasis is placed on identifying needed lifestyle changes to perform highly in the areas of Fitness, individual and dual activities, and movement/dance. Fitness 104 introduces students to the dangers of performance enhancing drugs such as steroids, HGH, and EPO to name a few. The Health unit of the senior year is Family Planning and Human Sexuality. This course attempts to develop social consciousness and concern for the rights and safety of others. Primary goal in health the senior year is Family Living and Sexual Education with topics to include: reproduction and the early years of life, relationships and responsibilities, and preventing abuse and violence. A secondary goal is to establish a knowledge base about strong emotional health and behaviors with which will lead to positive decision making choices and problem solving concerning interpersonal relationships. The primary goal of the Physical Education unit is to present a wide variety of physical fitness opportunities, movement/dance, and games which will lead to development of health related fitness. National Archery in the Schools Program All of the instructors are trained in the National Archery in the Schools Program and all Fitness for Life students will have the opportunity to participate in this unique activity. The NASP s mission is promote the teaching of target archery as a part of the in-school curriculum to improve educational performance of students and encourage their participation in the shooting sports.

3 Literacy and Technology The Fitness for Life program strives to incorporate 21st century skills whenever possible. Teachers will use the Remind App to safely and efficiently interact with students and parents about important information relating to the classroom and school activities. Remind is safe and easy because teachers can engage students and parents without needing to upload cell phone numbers and without having to give their personal phone numbers out. Teachers will give instructions on how to sign up. Kidblog.org will allow students to write from anywhere: computer lab, from home, ipad, or smartphone. By blogging, students can create classroom discussion, learn digital citizenship, practice writing skills and reflect on learning. Locker Rooms Students are responsible for bringing a combination lock to each class. Students are only permitted to leave their gyms clothes/locks on the lockers during their class time; they may NOT use the lockers during the day or overnight. Teachers are not responsible for students belongs. Fitness Testing Students will participate in a graded physical fitness test 3 times per semester. The fitness test will include the beep test, push-ups, sit-ups, and the sit and reach. The physical fitness test is weighted differently for each test, ie. Pre-test, Mid-test, Post-test. The pre-test will be graded solely are participation and effort, our rationale for this is that students have no baseline data. The students will participate in a mid-test about halfway through the semester. This mid-test will be graded and will count as a test grade. At the end of the semester students will complete a post-test, this will also be graded. The students are graded on effort and their current fitness level. The data we have collected to score the students is based on national data of students that are of the same age and gender. In class students will train for each of the tests on a daily basis.

4 Fitness for Life Grading Policy and Participation Rubric Grading for Fitness for Life is based is based on the five units of study that compromise the Fitness for Life course of study. The units consist of Physical Education, Aquatics, Fitness, Health and Fitness Adventure/Team Building. Fitness for Life Grading: Participation 60% Test/Quizzes 30% Pre-Mid-Post Fitness Tests Pre-Post Cumulative Test Chapter Tests Pre-Mid-Post Swimming Fitness Tests Projects 10% Fitness Health Participation Grading and Percentage Breakdown: Each student can earn 20 points per day for their Physical Education grade. You must be in full GCIT uniform (no alterations) with sneakers every day. You will receive 5 points for the correct shirt and 5 points for the correct shorts. If you are wearing ATHLETIC CLOTHING that you did NOT wear to school, you may still participate in class; however, you can only earn up to 10 points for the day. ATHLETIC CLOTHING: -Tee shirt - Sweatshirt - Sweat pants - Cloth shorts - Sneakers ITEMS NOT TO BE WORN: Boots, loafers, sandals, slip-on, open-back or platform sneakers, etc. Boxer shorts, spandex, stockings, cut-off shorts or sweats, blue jeans or khakis of any kind, cargo pants/shorts, pajamas, tight-fitting clothing. Tank tops, muscle shirts, mid drifts, or shirts with cut off sleeves Any clothing with inappropriate pictures, sayings, or commercials, per school policy

5 Rules and Regulations: 1. Be in uniform! See Guidelines below a. Purchase your uniform from your teacher during the first week of class for $15.00 per set. Checks can be made out to GCIT. GCIT sweatshirt may be purchased for $25.00; the sweatpants cost $ If you purchase them together, the cost is $ You may purchase a full uniform AND full sweats for $ b. No altering the uniform in anyway (cutting sleeves, cutting the neck, etc.) Any alterations will result in a loss of 5 points for not being in full uniform. c. You may wear any combination of the GCIT Gym Uniform: sweatpants, sweatshirts, shorts or t-shirt. No tight-fitting pants or yoga pants are allowed. If you choose to wear tight-fitting pants or yoga pants, your gym shorts must be worn over them. If you do not have an official GCIT gym uniform, you will lose 5 points for each article of clothing that is not the official GCIT uniform. The following infractions will result in a loss of FOUR points for each occurrence 1. No cell phones during class. 2. Be on time! You have 10 minutes after the bell rings to be in your squad line. 3. No food or drinks allowed in the gym (except water). 4. Be respectful. Inappropriate or disrespectful language or behavior will not be tolerated. 5. You are expected to fully participate in ALL activities. Students may lose points for not actively engaging in activities, distracting others, horseplay, etc. Please note. You CAN NOT make-up a day you are unprepared for class! You CAN make-up a day you were absent or have a medical excuse for. School sponsored field trips and college visits are excused. Medical Excuses 1. Medical excuses must come from the appropriate doctor s office. 2. If you are going to be out for 1 3 consecutive days, you MUST make up the hours in the fitness center. You will have 10 school days from the time you are cleared to participate to complete the make up hours. 3. If you have a medical excuse (injury, concussion, etc.) that prevents you from participating, you must bring a copy of a doctor s note to your teacher. You must makeup your zero by working out in the fitness center after school. One hour of exercise will make-up 1 day of class. You may make-up 2 days (2 hours) at a time maximum. You must have the PE make-up paper signed by the fitness center attendant at the desk. 4. If you are unable to get transportation home from the fitness center after school, a parent/guardian must call/ your teacher verifying this. Once verified, an alternate or written assignment will be assigned to make-up the time.

6 5. If you will be out of physical education for 4 or more consecutive days, you may have the option of making up the hours in the fitness center OR do written assignments. 6. You will receive 0 s until a doctor s note is received validating your medical excuse. Once your doctor s note is received, as long as you have been making-up your time according to what your teacher has laid out, your grade will be changed Fitness for Life Rules and Regulations for the Pool 1. You are required to swim. 2. Medical excuses must come from the appropriate doctor s office (ex. Chlorine allergies must come from an allergist s office). 3. If you have a medical excuse (injury, etc.) that prevents you from swimming, you must bring a copy of a doctor s note to your teacher. You must make-up your zero by dressing in your full GCIT uniform (shorts, shirt and sneakers) and power-walking/jogging the bleachers in the spectator section of the pool while the students are swimming. They are working hard in the pool and you are required to as well. 4. Piercings & tattoos are not excused conditions for not swimming. This is your choice, we ask that you schedule these appointments until after swimming is complete. 5. You will receive 0 s until a doctor s note is received validating your medical excuse. Once your doctor s note is received, as long as you have been completing the alternate activity of power-walking/jogging the bleachers, the grade will be changed. 6. If your injury prevents you from walking/jogging, see your teacher for an alternate activity to make up your grade. 7. Females If you have your menstrual cycle while swimming a parent must write a note to the teacher, the teacher, or call the teacher verifying your excuse and the dates you will be out. You must follow the make-up rules outlined in #3.

7 If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Fitness for Life program at GCIT, please contact the appropriate teacher via phone or the addressed listed here. Thank you. I,, as a student in the GCIT Fitness for Life Department, understand the goals, objectives, expectations and grading policy outlined in the program overview (above), including those under Fitness for Life Rules and Regulations for the Pool. In addition, I understand that these areas were designed to enable each student to obtain the maximum benefit from this program. I also realize that I must abide by these expectations at all times during the semester and realize that failure to follow these guidelines could result in grade reduction. Student Signature: Date: / / I, as the parent/guardian of a student in the GCIT Fitness for Life Department, understand the goals, objectives, expectations and grading policy outlined in the program overview (above), including those under Fitness for Life Rules and Regulations for the Pool. In addition, I understand that these areas were designed to enable my son/daughter to obtain the maximum benefit from this program. I also realize that my son/daughter must abide by these expectations at all times throughout this semester, and will assist the course Instructor in adhering to these responsibilities. Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: / /