Pioneer Middle School
Fitness Syllabus
Mrs. Gidley – Mr. Hayes – Ms. Raschke
Expectations:
· Respect yourself and others
· Play fair, play hard, be safe
Uniforms/Dress Code:
Students are required to wear the Fitness uniform or clothing which follow the Fitness dress code. The following are required:
· Uniforms may be purchased from Mrs. Anderson in the attendance office (shirt $9/shorts $9).
· Shorts must be forest green with an 8” inseam/Shirts must be grey and must be tucked in at all times.
· All clothing must be free of any type of logo.
· All clothing must be labeled with the student’s last name and first initial.
· Athletic shoes (soft soles, non-marking) that fit securely/tightly laced.
· Athletic socks must be wore at all times and be visible
o In addition to the school Fitness uniform, students may add on a sweatshirt and/or sweat pants which are logo free, Pioneer school colors, and/or grey.
o Fitness uniforms should be laundered regularly and kept in presentable condition.
Recommendations:
· Deodorant (roll-on only, no spray cologne/perfume). Showers are available in both locker rooms for optional use (towels and other toiletries will not be provided).
Class Attendance & Participation Policy:
· Participation points are given on a daily basis.
o Participation points for excused absences can be made up for full credit.
· Fitness make-up forms can be retrieved from your teacher’s website and/or hard copy make-up forms are located directly outside of the boy’s locker room.
· Students are expected to dress for Fitness class and fully participate (if a student does not have their fitness uniform, loaner clothes will be provided).
· 1st offense = no penalty 2nd offense = points deducted 3rd offense = lunch detention/points deducted
· If a student chooses not to dress for Fitness class they will not receive participation points nor can these points be made up. Parents will be notified and an alternative assignment will be required (subsequent episodes of non-dress will result in further disciplinary action).
· If a student has an injury/illness and cannot participate in Fitness class, a parent note is required and will work for the first 3 days. A doctor’s note will be required beyond 3 days. Students will be required to make up their missed days upon recovery of their injury/illness.
Lockers:
· Each student will be assigned a lock and a locker. Students SHOULD NOT share their locker combinations with anyone else.
· Students are expected to lock up all belongings and check to be sure their lock is secure before leaving the locker room.
· If a student loses a lock, they will be fined eight dollars through the ASB office before being assigned a replacement lock.
· NO GLASS ITEMS in the locker room.
· All personal items must be LABELED with the student’s name. If an item is not labeled and left out, it will be put in the gym lost/found for one week and then discarded or put in the general school lost/found.
Grading Criteria:
· Daily Participation/Sportsmanship.
· Engagement in Fitness Assessments, Written Assignments, Tests and Quizzes.
Pioneer Middle School Climbing Wall
Pioneer Middle School Health/Fitness department uses a traversing wall. This means that students are no higher than 4 feet off the ground at any time. The challenge is to move across the 44ft. length using the hand holds and foot holds without falling off. It may look easy, but it takes upper-body strength, flexibility, coordination and decision-making skills to successfully navigate a course across the wall. Students will be given an opportunity to develop their climbing skills during their Fitness classes. The Fitness teachers have received special training in how to supervise and instruct students on rock climbing safety and participation. Please review and sign the student release form below and return the completed form. All students must have a release form on file before they will be granted permission to climb on the wall.
ASSUMPTION OF RISK & PERMISSION TO PARTICIPATE
As a parent or guardian of a student requesting to participate in climbing wall activities associated with Pioneer Middle School, I hereby acknowledge that I have read, understand and agree to the following:
I understand that the school district will make every reasonable effort to provide a safe environment. I am fully aware of the special dangers and risks inherent in participating in this activity, including physical injury, such as scrapes, cuts, burns, broken bones and soft tissue injuries or other complications. Being fully informed as to these risks, I hereby consent to my child participating in the activities. I certify that my child has no medical or physical conditions, which could interfere with his/her safety in this activity.