Sutton High School Physical Education Department Mr. Matthew Milaszewski

Course Description and Syllabus for Wellness

Dear Parents and Students,

The following information pertains to the above-mentioned course offered at Sutton High School. Please review this information with your child and sign in the indicated space to indicate that you have read and agree with these class policies.

At Sutton High School, we are committed to providing a foundation on which all students have the opportunity to pursue academic excellence and personal development in a safe, supportive, and challenging learning environment.

Learning Expectations:

The SHS student works independently

The SHS student works cooperatively

Course Description:

This course exposes students to a wide variety of activities that promote life-long fitness. Such activities include aerobics, orienteering, walking, and yoga. These exercises will help improve strength, flexibility, and endurance. Students will also be provided with information about the role of fitness and wellness in their lives. Testing and performance based assessment will be used when grading.

Topics: (not an all-inclusive list)

Aerobics

Orienteering/geo-caching

Yoga

Tae-Bo (kick boxing for fitness)

Pilates

Circuit training/weight training

Team sports (soccer, tennis, football, basketball, volleyball, etc…)

Individual sports (badminton, tennis, golf, etc…)

Additional activities and units may be added as time allows

Class Expectations:

Each student is expected to adhere to these expectations:

Students will dress in appropriate attire (sneakers, shorts/sweatpants, t-shirt, etc…)

Students will be on time for class

Students will exhibit appropriate behavior at all times

Students will respect themselves, respect others, and be responsible participants

Students will put forth 100% effort at all times

Students will not eat, drink, or chew gum during class

Students will ONLY leave class for emergencies (rest room use before or after class only)

Absences/Tardiness:

Excessive absences and tardiness will make it difficult to pass this course, as a majority component of this course is participation. When tardiness to class becomes chronic (more than three per quarter), the student will be subjected to disciplinary action.

Grading:

Assessment will be based on numerous factors in this class. Participation, tests, quizzes, and projects/presentations will be major contributors to your grade. Skills tests and physical tests may be used as an assessment tool as well. If a student is absent on the day of a test or project due date, then it must be made up or turned in the next school day. If a project or assignment is not turned in on the due date, then a grade reduction will result based on the length of the lateness.

Parents/Guardians:

I may be contacted via telephone at 508-581-1640 x4492, or you can leave me an E-Mail message at milaszm@suttonschools.net.

I have read and understand the policies for the Wellness Class at Sutton High School.

Student Name:________________________ Signature:_____________________

Parent/Guardian:________________________Signature:_______________________

Telephone Number:________________________

Parent E-Mail:_______________________________________