The 4th and final nine weeks have begun! I am very excited about the new and old faces. Below are the different activities that we will be learning this nine weeks. Also, if your student has not had P.E. yet this year, I have also attached the syllabus. Also, March 31-April 4 are the 2008 Durham Olympics. Parents are welcome to our Olympic Games. I look forward to finishing the year well!
THE FITNESS WRITING ASSIGNMENT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IF IT IS NOT TYPED.
As of Thursday, Feb. 28, all the boys are participating in a cardiovascular fitness unit. The unit consists of pre and post-tests for the PACER. We are assessing the students' improvement over the course of the unit. They are also responsible to participate in fitness activities at home. Each day they will learn one benefit of cardiovascular endurance. To compliment the unit, the students have been assigned a writing assignment. Below will be a link to both the writing assignment and the PowerPoint for the unit. Students should refer to this if they have been absent or have lost the assignment. The PowerPoint will also help them in their writing. The writing assignment is due Friday, March 7th.
Students and Parents,
I am so excited about this year's Nike 5k for kids at Piedmont Park in Atlanta on March 8th, 2008! This year, we are challenging all the students to do this race. Also, we are making this event a part of the 2008 Durham Olympics. Mr. Edwards loved the Nike 5k for kids so we are including it in the Olympics in his honor. It will work like the Reader's Cup. For each grade, the academic team with the most participation will win. Parents, little brothers and sisters are also invited to participate and your participation will count towards you student's academic team. In addition to the 5k race, there is also a 1 mile walk/jog that will be for those who do not want to do the 5k. Please consider participating in this event as we work to keep our kids ACTIVE!!! Below is the link to the webpage where you can download the parent letter and registration form. I look forward to a great 3rd 9 weeks!
http://nike5kforkids.com/atlanta/article.php?story=downloads
Dear all 8th Grade Physical Education Parents,
I just wanted to make you aware that we have started our Archery unit in P.E. The class is very structured to ensure safety. A lot of emphasis has been put on safety. If your student is struggling and would like some extra help, I am offering archery during intramurals from now until the Winter Holidays. They can come in Monday thru Thursday from 7:50-8:50 to get some small group help. Thanks!
Mr. Wishon
I am excited to welcome all of my new students for the next 9 weeks! I am also glad to welcome back all of my students from last 9 weeks. This nine weeks we will be exploring a variety of activities. The seventh grade students will be learning Pickle ball, Lacrosse, Ultimate Frisbee, and Wall Ball. The sixth grade students will be learning Pickle ball, Lead-up lacrosse games, New Games, and Wall Ball. The eighth grade students will be learning Tennis, Lacrosse, Ultimate Frisbee, and Archery. We will also be doing Fitnessgram testing as well as fitness circuit training in every grade level. Feel free to email me with any questions or concerns you might have. Thanks!
Jonathan Wishon
Email: jonathan.wishon@cobbk12.org
As of September 4, 2007, Intramurals at Durham have begun. Intramurals will be held Monday thru Thursday from 7:50-8:50. Students who arrive after 8AM will not be allowed to participate for that day. For the next few weeks, we will be playing competitive basketball. We look forward to seeing your student participate in activities related to Physical Education class.
Hello again!
I am excited to tell you that we have finally started our units in Physical Education class. If you are wondering what your student is doing in P.E., click on the link below to see what is going on for the first nine weeks. I have also attached a link to our Physical Education syllabus. The syllabus will tell you about our rules, procedures, and grading policy. Also, if at any point you need to email or call me, my contact information is below as well. I look forward to getting to know you and your students this year as we work together to ensure that your student will have a meaningful experience in Physical Education.
Physical Education Syllabus: Download 20072008_pe_syllabus.rtf
1st 9 weeks activities: Download fall_sem_first_9_weeks.pub
Email: jonathan.wishon@cobbk12.org
Office phone: (770)975-6641 ext. 236
My name is Jonathan Wishon and I am one of the new Physical Education teachers this year at Durham. I am very excited about the upcoming school year! I am especially excited about getting to know all of my students. Upon getting to know them and earning their respect, we will be able to explore ways to use what we learn to improve our overall well-being. I am committed to making sure each student has the opportunity for success in my class so that they will be motivated to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle for a lifetime.
