Brad Steinhauer
Contact Information
bradsteinhauer@pickenscountyschools.org
I am excited about my starting my third year at Pickens Junior High School. Prior to coming to PJHS, I taught science and physical education as well as coached the boys basketball team. I attended Brookwood High School in Snellville, Georgia. Upon graduation, I played basketball for two years at Piedmont College before transferring to UGA to complete my degree in education. I have earned a Master's degree in education from Berry College and a Specialist's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Lincoln Memorial University. Before arriving in Pickens county, I spent six years at Berry College as assistant Men's Basketball Coach and lecturer in the HPE department. Along with teaching Physical Education at PJHS, I will be coaching the Middle School Girls Basketball and Soccer Teams. My wife Eileen and I have been married 18 years and have two daughters, Emery and Ellison Steinhauer.
Physical Education Department Requirements
Pickens County Junior High School
Instructors:
Coach Tony Weaver
tonyweaver@pickenscountyschools.org
706-253-1830
Coach Brad Steinhauer
bradsteinhauer@pickenscountyschools.org
706-253-1830
It is required that a student dresses appropriately for participation in physical education class.
Appropriate Attire:
SHIRT: Athletic shirts such as T-shirts should be worn for participation and adequately cover the upper torso. Undergarments should not be visible. Tops that are too revealing or contain offensive language or images are not allowed.
SHORTS: Shorts must be an appropriate length. You must be able to bend over without the gluteus being exposed. Shorts must be worn at the waist with no undergarments exposed.
SNEAKERS: Sneakers are required. Shoes must be tied. Flip Flops and Sandals are not appropriate.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
7th and 8th Grade Physical Education
The Junior High PE program will focus on developing age appropriate movement and motor skills required to participate in recreational sports and lifelong physical fitness activities. Students will also learn how to apply knowledge and strategies related to movement and performance in various sports and activities. Students will also learn appropriate personal and social skills needed for a physical activity setting. Students will learn knowledge and skills to help them achieve and maintain a healthy physical activity level. Students should understand the importance of physical fitness and how it leads to a higher level of wellness in each individual.
GRADING:
Participation
Daily participation is worth 20 points each day. Students dressed in proper attire who participate will earn 20 points. Students who are not dressed properly, but participate may earn up to 15 points at the teacher’s discretion. Non-participation or absence results in a loss of all points for that day. Participation points will be cumulative for the semester
Absences
Excused absences must be made up through physical activity or through written assignments in order to receive participation credit. Students will have 10 school days to make up their absences. The method for making up participation credit is at the teacher’s discretion.
Physical Activity Excusal
Notes from parents or doctors will be handled in the following manner. The physical activity will be modified as per the parent’s or doctor’s recommendations, or written assignments may be used to supplement the participation credit. Extended excusal from physical activity requires a doctor’s note.
Assessment Breakdown
7th and 8th Grade Physical Education
Formative (Participation) 100%
Gym Rules:
1. Profanity and inappropriate language is prohibited
2. When the teacher tells the class to put the balls up, play should stop immediately, and the equipment should be returned to its proper place.
3. Food and Drinks are prohibited on the gym floor and in the bleachers. Students may have bottled water.
4. Respect the equipment and use only as intended.
5. You will not be allowed to re-enter the locker rooms during class. Use the rest room before you leave the locker room. You will not be allowed to leave class except for an emergency. After you change at the end of class, you must stay in the designated area assigned by your teacher until the bell rings.
6. The Basketball, Volleyball and Wrestling locker rooms will be locked during the school day. You cannot dress in them for physical education class.
7. You must dress out in the locker rooms or the bathrooms. You may not dress in the hallway or gym.
8. No cell phones or personal electronic devices are allowed.
9. Students are not to leave the gym without permission and an official hall pass.