Mr. Schwartz PE

Bridging physical activity, education, skills, and knowledge to Develop

physically literate students!

Class overview

Our Mission:

This year, our goal is to develop physically literate individuals who have the knowledge, skills and confidence, to enjoy a lifetime of healthful physical activity through creating an atmosphere that allows students opportunities to develop positive self-image, be innovative and have the chance to appropriately express their ideas and abilities.

Department Goals:

PMS PE students will:

  • develop competency in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.

  • gain an understanding of movement concepts, principles, strategies and tactics as they apply to learning and performing physical activities.

  • learn the importance of regular physical activity in achieving and maintaining a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.

  • apply knowledge of fitness concepts and principles to maintain and/or improve their level of physical fitness.

  • practice and exhibit responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others in physical activity settings.

  • Expand overall appreciation for and value physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and/or social interaction.

Some Motivation For The Start Of The 2020-2021 School Year!

PMS Student Expectations and Responsibilities:

  1. Do your best each day in ALL aspects of class (Participation and Social Skills).

  2. Show up on time and ready for class.

  3. Respect fellow students and teachers.

  4. Be safe, respectful and responsible.

PMS Students Norms for Distance Learning:

  1. Camera must be on, unless directed by a teacher

    1. If students or parents/guardians have concerns with privacy issues with video on, they may contact the teacher

    2. Background must be school appropriate and consistent during class period

  2. Keep your mic muted, unless you are talking.

  3. Wait your turn/Raise your hand.

  4. Be respectful of others.

  5. Be attentive/Stay on task.

PMS PE Grading Policy:

Students will be assessed in the following areas:

50% Engagement in Learning (Participation & Attendance)

20% Classwork

20% Activity Logs

10% CFA/Quizzes

Pomolita School-wide Zoom/Google Meets Expectations:

  • Support WE ROAR in an online setting

  • Technology used for school purposes only (ex. If you are not using your phone for zoom, then you shouldn’t be using your phone)

  • Chat room should be used for academic purposes/interactions

  • Camera must be on, unless directed by the teacher

    • Students will be taught how to hide self view

    • If students or parents/guardians have concerns with privacy issues with video on, they may contact the teacher

    • Background must be school appropriate and consistent during class period

    • Microphone must be muted to avoid outside distractions

  • No nicknames for school/online apps - No rename during zoom

  • Use school emails not personal email

  • Use appropriate language when on any platform

  • Dress code in effect

  • When commenting on Google classroom, comments must be school appropriate

  • Students must attend every period and be present until the teacher dismisses the class

    • Please notify the teacher if you are having technical difficulties or need to leave the class early

  • Students must attend office hours when requested to do so

About Mr. Schwartz

I love teaching and coaching physical literacy, and being at Pomolita! I've been teaching or coaching now for 20+yrs in one way or another. I also teach and coach at Mendocino College. Movement and physical activity is extremely important in life! In my free time, I like to go for a run, reading, relaxing, taking our new dog, Callie Doo for long walks, and spending time with my 11yr old daughter. Looking forward to another great school year filled with lots of growing and stretching with the creation of new knowledge!