Homework is a constructive tool in the teaching/learning process when geared to the needs and abilities of students. Purposeful assignments not only enhance student achievement, but also develop self-discipline and associated good working habits. As an extension of the classroom, homework must be planned and organized, must be viewed as purposeful to the students, and should be evaluated and returned to students in a timely manner.
Teachers may give homework to students to aid in the students educational development. Homework should be an application or an adaptation of a classroom experience, and should not be assigned for disciplinary purposes.
Homework given in the Health session will be an extension of what is done in class. In most cases students will have ample time in class to finish and assignment and any "homework" that results is due to a grace period or extension given to accommodate those students who need extra time. It is very important that students turn in required assignments on time. Tracking down missing work places a burden on the teacher and giving equal credit for late work is not fair to those students who complete work on time and use class time responsibly. Students who are having unusual difficulty with an assignment must contact me immediately before the due date if special consideration is to be given. Student who do not complete an assignment by the due date may turn it in one day late for partial credit. Please check the assignment monthly calendar to be sure of assignments and due dates.
If a student misses school and the reason is excused, they will have the number of days they were gone to complete the assignment (ie. excused absence of two days, the student will have two days upon return to complete and turn in assignment).
Make-Up Form
Students have 2 weeks to get the make-up form for the days they missed turned into Mr. Weller.
From time to time students come to class and are not able to participate due to an injury or illness. A parent’s note will suffice for an injury for 2 days. If a student is to be excused for a time longer than 2 days, a doctor’s note is required. These notes may be brought to the office, sent by email or fax, or a parent may call the office. It is requested that notes from a physician include a release date and/ or physical limitations to participation. It is possible that a student with an injury may engage in partial participation if modifications are made to account for an injured body part.
If a student is ill (woke up with a stomach ache) and a parent desires to do so, the parent note may give the student the opportunity to “participate as they are able but with permission to sit out if they need to do so.” That way a student is allowed to self-monitor and can attempt any part of class that they feel well enough to try. They are also able to step out if they do not feel able to participate.
From time to time students become injured or ill while at school. Students always have the opportunity to check in at the office and see the nurse. Students are also encouraged to make a quick call home is a note has been sent and was lost before class time.
We encourage all students to participate as fully as they are able and recognize that sitting out may be no fun at all. We want what is in their best interest and do not want anyone to exacerbate an illness or injury or miss class unnecessarily. Please call the office if you have any additional concerns about a student participating in a physical activity class.
There are a total of 5 points possible daily for both Physical Education classes.
Being on time and ready to work.
Dressing out in proper PE attire/shoes.
Being on-task.
Actively participating.
Attitude and Effort.
I will update Infinite Campus at the end of each unit.
There will be additional assignments during our Health Units, with a major assignment during the Nutrition Unit. These assignments have a major impact on students grades.
Each unit tends to last a week or 5 days, but some may be adjusted due to the availablity of space and equipment.
Hellgate Middle School supports the following guidelines to ensure that every student has the opportunity to get the most out of the time at our school.
SAFE
I am free from:
Weapons
Alcohol, tobacco or other drugs
Fighting
Bullying
RESPECTFUL
I am respectful of:
School and personal property
Myself
Others
A LEARNER
I am:
On time
Prepared
Honest