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Welcome to the Al-Ghazaly Jr/Sr High School Physical Education Hub!
This website is designed to be a comprehensive resource for students and parents, providing easy access to lessons, activities, and updates related to our Elementary Physical Education (PE) program. Students will be able to explore engaging content, track their progress, and interact with a variety of physical education activities that promote health, fitness, and fun!
Meet Mr. Ammar Alsharif
Physical Education Teacher | Cybersecurity & Media Coordinator | Sports Coach
Hello and welcome! My name is Mr. Ammar Alsharif, and I am thrilled to be part of your educational journey. With nine years of experience in physical education and coaching, my mission is to inspire students to build confidence, stay active, and embrace the lifelong values of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance.
My athletic foundation was forged at the highest level as a former national team athlete in track and field, culminating in qualifying for the 2010 World Championships. Complementing my athletic background, I spent nearly four years volunteering with the Jordanian Olympic Federation. Accompanying top-tier international athletes during national competitions in Jordan gave me invaluable, firsthand insight into modern elite sports performance.
Coaching & Fitness Credentials
Personal Training: Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
Badminton: World Badminton Federation (BWF) Level 1 Coach
Soccer: U.S. Soccer Federation F-License & 4v4 Online License
Health & Safety: Certified in Sports Concussion Management alongside multiple specialized athletic safety certifications
Google Cybersecurity: recognized credential designed by Google's top security experts to qualify individuals for technical roles in threat detection, network defense, and digital risk management
In addition to my work in athletics, I bring technical expertise to our school community. I hold the Google Professional Cybersecurity Certificate and lead our Cybersecurity Department, while also managing our school’s social media content and website.
Whether we are on the track, on the field, or in the digital space, I am dedicated to helping our students grow into strong, capable, and confident individuals. Let’s move, learn, and excel together!
Curriculum
Curriculum
Curriculum
Curriculum
This Physical Education curriculum is derived directly from the official academic standards and course guide of Al-Ghazaly High School (Islamic Education Foundation of New Jersey), fully aligned with public school physical education credit and learning expectations for grades 6 through 12. Additionally, it integrates President Donald Trump's Executive Order 14327 restoring the Presidential Physical Fitness Test, incorporating its official White House performance benchmarks and award recognition system to measure core strength, cardiorespiratory endurance, and upper-body fitness.
This Physical Education curriculum is derived directly from the official academic standards and course guide of Al-Ghazaly High School (Islamic Education Foundation of New Jersey), fully aligned with public school physical education credit and learning expectations for grades 6 through 12. Additionally, it integrates President Donald Trump's Executive Order 14327 restoring the Presidential Physical Fitness Test, incorporating its official White House performance benchmarks and award recognition system to measure core strength, cardiorespiratory endurance, and upper-body fitness.
Month-by-Month
Month-by-Month
Month-by-Month PE Curriculum
Month-by-Month PE Curriculum
September: Physical Fitness Diagnostics & Track Basics
Primary Focus: Baseline Presidential Physical Fitness Assessments (1-mile run/PACER, push-ups/pull-ups, timed curl-ups/plank hold).
Skill & Activity: Running mechanics, sprint starts, pacing strategies, and track & field basics.
October: Soccer & Athletic Conditioning
Primary Focus: Dribbling control, short/long passing, spatial positioning, and ball control under pressure.
Skill & Activity: Offensive building phases, defensive pressing, small-sided drills, and full-pitch scrimmages.
November: Indoor Track & Agility Training
Primary Focus: Speed development, explosive power, stride efficiency, and agility ladder drills.
Skill & Activity: Interval training, relay handoffs, shuttle runs, and dynamic conditioning circuits.
December: Basketball Fundamentals & Court Tactics
Primary Focus: Ball-handling, footwork, layups, shooting mechanics, and chest/bounce passing.
Skill & Activity: Setting screens, fast breaks, half-court/full-court defensive sets, and 5v5 gameplay.
January: Strength, Aerobics & Body Conditioning
Primary Focus: Bodyweight movement mastery, core stabilization, flexibility, and agility.
Skill & Activity: Circuit training, weight resistance fundamentals, aerobic movement, and plyometrics.
February: Badminton & Hand-Eye Coordination
Primary Focus: Underhand/overhand serving, fore-arm passing (bumping), attack mechanics (spiking).
Skill & Activity: Court rotation rules, defensive positioning, transition play, and multi-day scrimmages.
March: Volleyball
Primary Focus: Grip variations, serving legal bounds, clear shots, drop shots, and smashes.
Skill & Activity: Footwork agility, court positioning, singles strategy, and doubles tournament brackets.
April: Advanced Fitness Circuit & Plyometrics
Primary Focus: Speed-strength development, metabolic conditioning, and athletic movement mastery.
Skill & Activity: High-intensity interval training (HIIT), plyometric box jumps, agility cones, and core strengthening.
May: Presidential Fitness Benchmark Testing & Field Events
Primary Focus: Spring re-testing for the Presidential & National Physical Fitness Awards.
Skill & Activity: Track field events (long jump, relays, sprint intervals) and measuring personal athletic growth.
June: Cooperative Team Games & Lifetime Recreation
Primary Focus: Strategic team-building, active communication, and high-engagement movement.
Skill & Activity: Ultimate frisbee, capture the flag, field day events, and non-competitive recreational games.
Grading Criteria
Participation (60%)
Participation (60%)
Active engagement in daily drills, tactical gameplay, dynamic warm-ups, and team activities.
Physical Testing (20%)
Physical Testing (20%)
Performance, tracking, and growth on the baseline and benchmark assessments
Preparation (10%)
Preparation (10%)
Dressed in the required Al-Ghazaly Physical Education uniform and properly equipped for class every day.
Effort (10%)
Effort (10%)
Personal growth, positive attitude, sportsmanship, and consistent daily movement regardless of skill level
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