Hello, My name is Crystal Tarver. I earned my high school diploma from Booker T. Washington High School in 2001. I graduated from Alabama State University and earned a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Physical Education. I am currently teaching Physical Education at Booker T. Washington High School.

 Main Goals

Limit teacher talk

Provide adequate equipment

Plan practice opportunities that are structured for maximum participation

Structure the class so that learning occurs while students are being physically active

  Course Syllabus 

Physical Education

Grades 9-12

Instructor: Ms. Crystal Tarver

Implication For The Program

The required course for physical education emphasizes lifetime and activities. In the first semester, students will develop and maintain a level of individual fitness, learn concepts related to fitness, and come to understand that one’s lifestyle has a direct effect on one’s quality of life.

During the first 4 weeks, students will spend a minimum of 3 days in physical activity and one day in cognitive learning. The content will vary. In the last 4 weeks, students will continue to participate in a wide variety of physical activities. 

To ensure variety, no more than four weeks is to be spent on any one individual, dual, or team sport. Exposure to a wide variety of activities will give students a basis for selecting elective course in their remaining high school years and for pursing activities that can be enjoyed for a lifetime.

Throughout the required unit students will be provided the following:

1). Vigorous physical activities at least 3 days a week.

2). Opportunities to develop social skills.

3). Exposure to a wide variety of lifetime activities.

4). Opportunities to develop, implement, and monitor individual fitness plans.

Evaluation and Gym Rules

It is requested that you encourage your child to dress out and participate in class on a daily basis.

1. Materials
   1. White t-shirts (plain)
   2. Gym shoes
   3. Socks 
   4. Shorts (any color)

1. Grades and Tests

a. Dress and Participation 60%

b Tests (formal and informal)40%

1. Safety
   1. Students are required to report all injuries to instructors.
   2. Horseplay will no be tolerated.
   3. Secure your valuables at all times.
   4. Do not enter or exit through gym lobby doors

1. Attendance
   1. Be in class on time.
   2. Do not leave the gym without permission from the instructor.
   3. All class cutters will be reported to security.

1. Cleanliness
   1. There will be no eating or drinking in the bleachers.

1. Participation
   1. Students will not be allowed to dress and just sit in the bleacher.
   2. Students not dressed on the day of skill test will earn a zero for the skills test grade.

1. Progress Reports
   1. Parents and/or guardian will receive a progress report informing you of your child’s performance in class during the fifth week of each nine week grading period.

Goals of Physical Education

Health Related Fitness

 Cardio-respiratory Endurance

 Muscular Strength

 Muscular Endurance

 Flexibility

 Body Composition

Motor Related Fitness

 Agility

 Balance

 Coordination

 Power

 Speed

Cognitive Development

Affective Development

Safety

One year of Physical Education is required before graduation.