Physical Education (PE)
Our Philosophy
Encourage students to be physically active and to develop fitness habits for life. We strive to provide our students with the skills and knowledge to be healthy while having a safe and fun learning environment.
The middle school years are a time of significant change and growth for our students. No matter the starting point of a student's health and athletic ability, we hope that at the 8th grade finish line each student will have improved their personal fitness level and developed fitness habits for a lifetime of health.
Curriculum Standards
Our daily classes are in line with the California Department of Education (CDE) Standards.
These five (5) standards apply to grade levels 6th - 8th.
- Students demonstrate the motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.
- Students demonstrate knowledge of movement concepts, principles, and strategies that apply to the learning and performance of physical activities.
- Students assess and maintain a level of physical fitness to improve health and performance.
- Students demonstrate knowledge of physical fitness concepts, principles, and strategies to improve health and performance.
- Students demonstrate and utilize knowledge of psychological and sociological concepts, principles, and strategies that apply to the learning and performance of physical activity.
Exercise, Sports and Games - What to Expect
Everyday: daily warm ups, stretches, muscle strengthening exercises (pushups, planks, sit-ups squats etc)
Cardio Days: Tuesday's are Jog-Walk and Friday's are the Mile Run/Walk
Sports: examples of rotating (3-4 week intervals) of sports learning and play: Flag Football, Volleyball, Softball, Soccer and Basketball.
Magruder's Gym - we are very happy to finally have a full gym with locker rooms for our students to use. We combined both outdoor and gym activities for our students.
Cardio Room - we have a separate room with various cardio machines for our students to use. Please ask about our after school Cardio Club on Mondays.
How to get an "A" in your Physical Education Class
Every student comes to Magruder with different levels of athletic ability. Our PE courses are a personal journey of improvement rather than a competition or comparison against other students. Each teacher has their own point system but the categories used to grade are listed below:
Effort and Participation: Everyday students are expected to do their best (individually and in a group) in all activities: warm-ups, run/walks, sport activity, etc.
Attention and Focus: This means listening to instructions and following directions without repeated prompts.
Citizenship and Sportsmanship: Showing respect for teachers and others in the class. Being a model for good sportsmanship: demonstrating fair play, proper behavior at all times, and having a positive attitude.
Promptness and Preparedness: Everyday students are expected to be on time and lined up on their number before the bell rings. They also must be dressed in proper PE attire and footwear.
Please note: each coach has their own syllabus. Refer to syllabus for exact grading guidelines for your student.
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More Information
Students are assigned lockers at the beginning of the school year. Each student is responsible for keeping their items safe by storing them in their lockers.
- Absolutely NO phones are allowed in the locker room
- No backpacks are not allowed in the locker room
- Only PE clothes are to be kept in the locker
- Do not share a locker or lock combination with anyone.
It is against the rules to share lockers. If there is a problem with the lock, locker or location of the locker please speak to your teacher.
Locks can be purchased at Magruder - you will use this lock all three years and maybe into high school. There is also an option for a lock loan for the school year if needed.
Students may bring their own lock from home. It must be a school Master Combination Lock. Students will need to let their coach know they will be using their own lock and give him/her the combination.
It is against the rules to share lockers. If there is a problem with the lock, locker or location of the locker please speak to your teacher.
All students are required to dress in the proper Magruder PE attire. Points will be deducted.
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During cold weather, students are allowed to switch to Grey or Blue sweatshirts and Blue sweatpants.
PE clothes should be taken home every Friday and brought back on Monday cleaned.
It is highly suggested that students' names be written (or tags placed) on clothes.
PE clothes are available to purchase during registration time before school starts in the fall. There will be opportunities to purchase these items during the first week of school. After that period, the student store (open on Tuesdays) will have a limited supply of items.
You can bring your own "non" Maguder PE clothes but they must match the uniform of solid gray t-shirt and solid blue shorts. T-shirts must not have any logos or graphic images.
Current Price List for Clothing Items
T-Shirts - $8.00
Shorts - $7.00
Sweatshirts - $20
Sweatpants - $20
Students who do not dress for PE will lose their Citizenship points and will be expected to walk the field during the class period.
Repeated non-dressed instances will result in a lower citizenship grade, a parent call home, and possible referral to Administration for progressive discipline.
1. By Parent Request
Parents may excuse a student from activity for up to 3 consecutive days. These activities must be made up when a student is healthy and able. The note must include parent signature, date and a telephone/email for contact.
2. By Medical Note
A doctor's note is required for any injury or ailment for longer than three (3) missed consecutive days of participation. The length of time out must be stated on the note.
Students who require inhalers must follow the district rules for medication on campus. Proper registration of medication must be done on a yearly basis through our health office.
Students must have their inhaler with them DAILY in their Physical Education class. Please write the student's name on the inhaler and be aware of refill needs.
We have noticed many students coming to school without having a good breakfast. Many students also skip lunch to socialize with friends. Eating proper nutritious foods at regular intervals is essential to growth and development, consistent energy, and brain focus. All these are needed to succeed, not just for the energy and stamina needed for PE, but for all their other classes.
Currently, thanks to funding from the State of California, food is available for free at snack and lunch time. Please ask your student to take advantage and eat while at school.
It is school policy that cell phones (unless directed by a staff member) should be turned off at all times.
Students should never use their phones for texting, making calls, posting or taking pictures while on campus.
If phones are being used they will be confiscated and held until a parent picks them up.
The PFT is given to all students enrolled in a California public school in grades five, seven, and grade nine.
The five fitness areas of the PFT are: Aerobic Capacity, Abdominal Strength and Endurance, Upper Body Strength and Endurance, Trunk Extensor Strength and Flexibility, and Flexibility.
The window for testing begins February 1 - May 31. At various times during this period, 7th grade students will be measured in these fitness areas.