Mr. Chesley

Physical Education Philosophy

The purpose and intent of the Crittenden Middle School Physical Education Department is to provide a sequential program that exposes students to a variety of sports and activities, to foster the development of appropriate physical and social skills, to promote and encourage life long fitness, and to develop an appreciation for a healthy lifestyle.

The social interaction between students is an important and valuable component of Crittenden's Physical Education program. Students will be given educational opportunity to develop fundamental life skills through physical and health related activities which will help enrich the cognitive, social, and physical well- being of each student.

We believe the students who participate in our standards based program will be better prepared to live a disciplined, well- rounded, and enjoyable life.

Grading Policy

Your grade in Physical Education is based upon the California Standards for Physical Education categories. These categories and their percentage weights are:

% Weight

Motor Skills & Concepts= 40%

Fitness Skills & Concepts= 40%

Social Skills & Concepts= 20%

Motor Skills & Concepts: Standards 1 & 2:

"Students demonstrate motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities."

"Students demonstrate knowledge of movement concepts, principles, and strategies as they apply to learning and performance of physical activities."

Fitness Skills & Concepts: Standards 3 & 4:

"Students assess and maintain a level of physical fitness to improve health and performance."

"Students demonstrate knowledge of physical fitness concepts, principles, and strategies to improve health and performance."

Social Skills & Concepts: Standard 5:

"Students demonstrate and utilize knowledge of psychological and sociological concepts, principles, and strategies that apply to learning and performance of physical activity."