Instructor: Joseph E. Szczerba, Jr., Ph.D., ATC
Offices: E005 & Athletic Training Room
Phone: 654-2495 Extension 116
E-mail: joszczerba@salesianum.org
Office Hours: By appointment

Class Meeting Times: Section 07: A1, C1, & E1
                                      Section 09: A2, C6, & E3 (FALL SEMESTER)
                                                        B4 & F5 (SPRING SEMESTER)

Space Assignment: Gymnasium

Required Textbooks: None

Course Description:
      The Physical Education I course is designed to allow all students to actively participate regardless of skill level. The fitness based course exposes students to a variety of team sports and recreational games. Each student will be taught the basic rules and techniques for each activity. They are also instructed to apply fitness principles emphasized in the health education course. A uniform (Salesianum Physical Education shirt) is required. Daily preparedness, participation, and respect for others are stressed.

Course Objectives:
    1. To help meet the physical and recreational needs of freshmen students.
    2. To encourage physical activity while promoting its health benefits.
    3. To assist each student in developing knowledge, understanding, and attitudes which will result in desirable lifestyles         necessary to maintain physical, mental, social, and spiritual health.

Course Requirements: Respect for others always.

Student Evaluation & Procedures:
1. Promptness: The student is expected to be in the locker room area on time. He will be allowed 8-9 minutes to dress.
2. Preparedness: All students are expected to be properly dressed.
    a. Salesianum school physical education shirt (blue / gold)
    b. Gym shorts / athletic shorts
    c. Athletic shoes (no spikes or boots) and athletic socks
    d. Towel (showers are strongly recommended)
    e. Lock (must be removed after class)
    f. Hats, caps, headbands, etc. may be worn only on spirit days.
3. Responsibility: The student is expected to know his schedule (PE/Health days). All medical excuses must be recorded by the school nurse prior to the start of the school day. The student must then present the nurse’s written excuse to the instructor prior to the start of the class. Only medical excuses are accepted.
4. Daily Effort / Participation: Students are expected to do the best they can in all activities.
5. Attitude / Respect for Others / Unselfishness: Student / Teacher enthusiasm and thoughtfulness help provide an environment for learning and fun.

Grading Scale: Pass / Fail / Medical: Students are evaluated on the criterion mentioned above. More than two instances of failure to meet these standards will result in a failing grade for that quarter. Students will be given two opportunities to make-up class time after school in order to earn a passing grade. Students should consult their students handbook for information on this policy.

General Course Activities Outline:

FALL SEMESTER:
1. Speedball
2. Soccer
3. Flag Football
4. Fitness Testing (Cardiovascular / Large Muscle Groups)
5. Resistance Training (Introduction & Safety)
6. Wrestling (Introduction & Basic Skills)
7. Competitive Games (Wrestling Room: Four Man Team Dodge, Team Handball [upper body], Low Level Competition (one-foot wrestle, rooster wrestle, & capture team)
8. Indoor Group Games (Capture the Flag, Ultimate Frisbee, & Frisbee Golf)

SPRING SEMESTER:
1. Basketball
2. Floor Hockey
3. Volleyball
4. Badminton
5. Tennis
6. Lacrosse (Modified)
7. Indoor Group Games (Pickle Ball, Wiffle Ball, Guard the Pin, Commando Ball, Kickball)
8. Softball
9. Outdoor Group Games (Ultimate Frisbee & Kickball)
10. Leisure Activities

SALESIANUM’S POLICY ON ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

Students of Salesianum are expected to be honest and forthright in their academic endeavors. To falsify the results of one’s research, to steal the words or ideas of another, or to cheat on an examination corrupts the essential process by which knowledge is advanced.

You are strongly encouraged to become familiar with Salesianum’s Policy of Academic Integrity found in the Student Handbook. Copies of this document may be obtained from the main office.