Welcome to the Waunakee Middle School Physical Education Program

The Difference Between Ordinary and Extraordinary is that Little Extra!

Welcome

Ms. Grabarski and Mr. Martin welcome you to physical education where you will be challenged, treated fairly, have many opportunities to partake in a variety of activities, and have fun doing it.  You will participate in physical education every other school day.

WMS Physical Education

The goals of the physical education program are as follows:

• Apply basic fitness components and integrate with health education
• Demonstrate concern for safety of self and others
• Demonstrate use of and respect for property and equipment
• Apply rules and strategies for a variety of games and activities while demonstrating good sportsmanship and teamwork
• Make proper choices to promote a healthy lifestyle
• Demonstrate skills specific to each unit

Guidelines for Your Successful Participation

• Dress daily
• Follow directions
• Listen carefully
• Give your maximum effort

Physical Education Rules

• You must wear a change of clothes. (T-shirt, short, sweats are all acceptable.)
• Athletic shoes with non-marking soles are required for safe play.  Mid to high tops are recommended.
• No gum, food, or beverage other than water allowed during class.
• If you are unable to participate in physical education due to illness or injury, see the school nurse for further instruction.  A parent and doctor’s note may be necessary.

Locker Room Rules

• Lockers are available to store a change of clothes and personal items during physical education.
• Combination locks can be purchased in the office.  Combinations will be available if a student forgets the combination.  Non-school issued locks will be removed without notice.
• Waunakee Middle School is not responsible for any lost items.  Anything left unlocked in the locker room is unsafe.

Grading Policy

• Students will receive 10 points a day for participation, cooperation and being properly prepared with all materials for class.  21 days per quarter = 210 participation points for an A-.  Students have a daily opportunity to receive bonus points to work toward an A or A+.
• A deduction of daily points, partial or full, will occur if the student isn’t prepared and doesn’t meet daily expectations.
• Extra credit projects can be done to earn bonus points.  Students should listen for opportunities or meet with instructor to propose a project.

Point Totals for Grades

A+         230 or more / quarter
A          220-229            C          175-179
A-         210-219            C-         170-174
B+         195-209            D+         165-169
B          190-194            D          160-164
B-         185-189            D-         150-159
C+         180-184            F          less than 150

Parent volunteers wanted!  Many of our units run smoothly from the help of parent volunteers.  Please contact Ms. DePas or Mr. Martin if interested.

Ms. Grabarski - jgrabarski@waunakee.k12.wi.us
Mr. Martin - pmartin@waunakee.k12.wi.us