High School Weightlifting

ETSU University School

     Teacher:  Mr. Justin Penley
      Email:    penleyj@etsu.edu
      Phone:   439-4271
     Location:  Brooks Gym, Room 108
     Website:          http://www.etsu.edu/coe/uschool/facstaff/penley/default.asp

OBJECTIVES:

• To improve overall body strength;
• To develop physical fitness through a sound body conditioning program;
• to develop skills in the proper execution of the movements used in lifting and to gain knowledge of what muscles and body parts are involved;
• To improve coordination, flexibility, and endurance.

MATERIALS

·         Shorts/sweatpants

·         T-shirt/sweatshirt

·         Athletic shoes

·         Folder, paper, pencil (to log workouts and progress).  These will be kept in the weightroom.

GRADING

Grading:  Grades will consist of tests (40%), quizzes (10%), and dressing-out/participation (50%).

·         Test and quizzes: written tests will cover strength training and related topics;;

·         Dressing-Out/Participation:    Each student will be given a 100 for his/her grade to begin the 9-weeks grading term, with five (5) points deducted each day for not dressing out and participating.  Proper attire must be worn in order to avoid the 5-point deduction.  Proper attire consists of shorts/sweatpants, t-shirt/sweatshirt, and athletic shoes.  The participation grade will be averaged in at the end of the 9-weeks term.

Absences:  When you miss a class, YOU are responsible for finding out what you have missed.  On the day you return, find out and what needs to be made up by speaking with me.  You will have the same number of days to make up the work as the number of days you were absent

TOPICS OF STUDY

·         Safety in the weightroom – proper lifts, technique, & exercises;

·         Nutrition;

·         Anatomy and physiology

GRADING SCALE

·         A – 93-100

·         B – 85-92

·         C – 75-84

·         D – 70-74

·         F – 0-69

COMMUNICATION & PROGRESS REPORTS

The best way to reach me will be through email (penleyj@etsu.edu).  I can be reached via phone through the office (439-4271) – please leave a message and I will return it as soon as possible.

Progress reports will be sent home every four-and-a-half weeks to those students who currently have a 75 or below, per HS guidelines, to keep you and your parents/guardians updated on your grades.

DISCIPLINE AND EXPECTATIONS.

·         Expectations:

1.       Follow directions the first time they are given.  SAFETY FIRST.

2.       DO NOT be in any portion of campus or buildings without authorization.  This will result in disciplinary measures.  STUDENTS MUST BE IN A SUPERVISED AREA AT ALL TIMES.

3.       Pay attention and participate.

4.       Be prepared with materials.

5.      Respect the people, equipment, and furnishings of all facilities.

6.      Observe all rules in the University School Student Handbook.

**I have received, read, understand, and agree to abide by the expectations and rules for High School Weightlifting.

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                        Student Signature

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                 Parent/Guardian Signature

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