PE Syllabus
Below you will find information regarding the PE grading policy, PE uniform information, locker room procedures, PE daily expectations, PE/Health class activities, absences and make-ups, injury and excused absences, PE safety, bullying protocol & PE department contact information.
Grading Policy
Students can earn up to 5 points each day in addition to PE and Health projects/assignments throughout the quarter:
Prepared for class (on time to class, appropriately dresses out, no jewelry/gum, has needed materials when prompted).
Productive Locker Room Behavior (no running, no food/drink, no cells phones, proper use of the bathrooms, appropriate language & voice level, KHFOOTY - keep hands feet & objects to yourself)
Actively participates in class (effort, following and listening to directions, staying engaged)
Respects self and others by using self-management skills (sportsmanship, cooperation, being positive, having a great attitude, asking for help, self-advocating).
Uses equipment appropriately and safely
PE Uniform
Students are required to dress out. Students must change into their FT issued PE shirt, FT issued PE navy shorts, socks and athletic shoes.
Use this link to purchase the required PE shirt & shorts through the FT TouchBase website:
https://ks-olathe.intouchreceipting.com/
Students must print their names clearly on the front of their FT issued PE shirt.
Students are expected to wear their PE uniforms appropriately each day. The PE teacher has discretion to determine whether clothing worn is appropriate for class.
Students are encouraged to take their clothes home on the last day of the school week to be cleaned for the next week.
Information regarding swimming will be located on the swimming page.
Locker Room Procedures
Students are expected to be in the locker room by the time the final bell rings to start class.
After the bell rings, students will have 5 minutes to change, use the restroom, get a drink, lock up everything in their locker and have a seat for attendance and instructions.
The following are not allowed in the locker room: electronics, food, drink and/or gum. Backpacks will be kept outside of the locker rooms.
At the end of class activity, students are given time to get dressed. Showers are optional after swimming. Small towels are provided by the school.
Daily Expectations
Students are expected to do the following:
Be prepared, respectful and safe.
Give your best effort - stay active and keep busy.
Do what is asked of you quickly and the first time given.
Stay on track - follow activity rules and execute directions.
Help others out - encourage and support one another.
Class Activities
We provide students with a variety of activities to benefit flexibility, strength, balance, endurance, coordination, speed and agility. Unit examples are included on this website.
Health education is required and is included in their PE grade. Health will be integrated into PE at various times throughout the school year. More information, including health lessons/topics, can be found in the Health tab.
Absences & Make-Ups
When a student misses PE class, it is their responsibility to check in with their teacher and see what they missed. A make-up form must be completed for each day a student misses class.
Absent work is due exactly one week following the absence date. 50% credit will be given for work turned in after a week, up until mid-term, quarter or semester grades.
PE absences due to school-related activities (athletics, field trips, band, orchestra, choir) are excused and no make-up work is required.
If possible, notify your teacher in advance of appointments or anything that will keep you from attending class.
Injuries/Excused Absences
If a student needs to be excused from PE class due to illness or injury, communication is required from the parent/guardian in the form of an email, phone call or written note.
Written notes from parents must be signed and dated.
A parent note will be valid for 3 days. After 3 days, the student is required to provide a doctor’s note to give their P.E. teacher. At that time the teacher will visit with the student regarding expectations to fulfill class grading requirements. In case of long term removal from physical activity other arrangements may be made.
If a student is unable to participate in PE, they will also be unable to participate in school sports.
Safety
Safety is stressed every day in PE. Accidents can happen, especially during physical activity. Please, help us make class safe by doing the following:
REMOVING all jewelry for class.
Dispose of gum BEFORE class begins.
Aerosol sprays or glass bottles are NOT allowed in the locker room. Aerosol sprays for medical reasons, glass bottles due to bare feet.
Using P.E. equipment for it’s intended purpose and under the direct supervision of your teacher.
Please do not leave the gym, field, pool, weight room or locker room without permission from your teacher.
Bullying
"Bullying" is any intentional act by a student to intimidate, threaten, or abuse someone in a persistent or pervasive manner. It will not be tolerated in PE and will be dealt with by staff and administration.
PE Department Contact Information
Please reach out to your child's PE teacher if you have any questions, comments or concerns:
Crystal Wittlinger - cwittlingerft@olatheschools.org
Hannah Smith - hnlukinac@olatheschools.org
Brad Bingesser - bjbingesser@olatheschools.org
Matt Pence - mdpence@olatheschools.org
