Overview
Purpose
Pre-Athletics is a physical education class designed to prepare 6th grade students for the Walsh athletic program while still implementing the required 6th grade PE TEKS. The purpose of the program is to provide students with an advanced curriculum directly linked to upcoming UIL sports (cross country, football, volleyball, basketball, soccer and track & field) in which they will be eligible to participate as 7th graders. The pre-athletics class will prepare students for the expectations associated with all aspects of Walsh athletics including UIL academic requirements, sportsmanship, leadership, teamwork, accountability and character development.
Overview
Students participating in pre-athletics must recognize that the workouts will build up to, and then be comparable to, the workouts we give to our 7th and 8th grade athletes. The mental and physical demands are greater than what they may experience in a regular PE class. Physically, the course will focus on athletic conditioning, strength, agility and sport specific skills. Throughout the course leadership skills, responsibility, academic awareness and many other aspects will be included to ensure the development of the whole child. Most of all, 6th grade student-athletes will have fun and believe in themselves as they gain confidence through sports.
Daily Expectations
Dress out: pre-athletic shirt, athletics bottoms (shorts/pants), athletic tennis shoes and if applicable, long hair will need to be secured with a hair tie
Participate and put forth 100% effort daily
Be on time
Respect yourself and others
Grading
Student grades will be determined by assignments, participation, attitude, effort and behavior.
Course Outline
Skills training, agility drills, conditioning and weight training will be conducted year round. Sport specific activities and fun competitions will be done periodically throughout the year.
Fall: Cross Country and Volleyball/Football
Winter: Basketball
Spring: Track & Field and Soccer
Impact on Placement in 7th Grade Athletics
Placement in this pre-athletic class does not automatically place a student in the athletic period for 7th grade. Participation in this course will help students determine if they want to participate in athletics beginning in 7th grade.