Physical Education Program

The Washington Manor Physical Education Program's purpose and focus is to develop and promote good health, advanced motor skills, improved self-confidence and increased levels of fitness in all students through the implementation of a high-quality, standards-aligned program.

Expectations:
• To show respect
• To wear proper clothing for the prescribed activity, facility and weather
• To place backpack in the proper area and to not handle the property of others
• To follow directions and do your personal best
• To complete all work and class responsibilities
• To take care of restroom needs before class
• To respect facilities and equipment

Students do not change clothing for PE, and there are no lockers provided at WMMS. You need to wear clothes and shoes that are suitable for sports activities everyday. It is recommended students carry a change of shoes in their backpacks. Students' grades are based on participation, and clothing will not be an excuse for non-participation. All students must participate in all activities unless a doctor or parent note is provided. If a student cannot participate for more than three days, a doctor's note is required. If a student is absent, they must provide make-up work to maintain their grade. Arrangements for make-up work must be made with the student's PE teacher immediately upon the student's return. Contact your child's teacher with any questions.

Homework Club

Homework Club meets Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 3:20-4:20 for the subject areas of Language Arts and Math. Homework club is open to the entire school population and is staffed by faculty members in their subject areas.

Safe School Ambassadors

Safe School Ambassadors is a group of dedicated students and staff committed to making the school a safe and bully free environment. Students also provide peer counseling and resources to students.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION:

Extra-Mile Award
Students receive recognition for displaying the Lifeskills through an Extra-Mile Award. Those students have their names read during the morning announcements. They also receive a certificate.

Lifeskill Award
At the end of the school year, each team of teachers recognizes students who consistently show each of the Lifeskills. These students are recognized at the end-of-the-year assemblies.

Renaissance
Students who meet certain standards for academic achievement, conduct, and punctuality each quarter will be eligible for the Renaissance Program. Students will be honored each quarter and will receive special privileges at school and in the community during the quarter following their achievement. An 'end of the year' special activity will also be held for those students who made Renaissance 1st, 2nd and 3rd quarters, so they can be honored for the hard work they have done all year.

Qualifications:

Gold: 4.0 GPA; no office referrals, including no suspensions; no more than one tardy

Silver: 3.5-3.99 GPA; no more than one office referral, including no suspensions; no more than one tardy

White: 3.0-3.49 GPA; no more than one office referral, including no suspensions; no more than one tardy

Teal: Have increased your GPA by .50 over the previous quarter; no more than one office referral, including no suspensions

STUDENT ACTIVITIES:

Student Government and Activities
The Leadership class designs the student government program, plans lunch activities, decides on school projects, and attends to other student matters. Each fifth period class will elect representatives to the student governing body to share ideas and express concerns.

School Dances

• Four dances will be held throughout the year. Students must have a ticket and their school ID card to enter the dance. Only Washington Manor Middle School students may attend. Students will not be able to purchase ID cards on the day of the dance.
• Students may not leave before the end of the dance, those that do, will not be allowed to attend the next dance.
• Students must have a current ID card to purchase a ticket and to get into the dance. Attending a dance is a privilege. Written parent permission is required.
• All students must be neatly and appropriately dressed. Please remember that all school rules will be enforced.
• Please have your parents pick you up promptly at the end of the dance. If you have not been picked up 15 minutes after the end of the dance, you will not be able to attend the next dance.

Sports Program

The purpose of athletics at WMMS is to develop life-long habits of fitness, self-discipline, perseverance, personal improvement, sportsmanship, teamwork, and to have fun! All students can participate in a variety of interscholastic sports at WMMS. The following sports may be available:

• Girls' Softball
• Flag Football
• Cross-country Track
• Boys' Basketball
• Girls' Basketball
• Wrestling
• Soccer
• Girls' Volleyball
• Track Field

Some teams may require 'try-outs' to make the team. Each team will compete against other teams in the San Leandro, San Lorenzo, and Castro Valley school systems.

Requirements:

Physical Clearance: All students are required to have a physical examination by a doctor to be cleared to participate on any sports team. Sports physical forms are available for the Athletic Director or in the school office.

Grades: In order to participate on a competitive sports team, all students must maintain a 2.0 GPA with no 'F' grades at progress report time, at the start of a grading period or during the grading period. A student can be taken off a team of failing to maintain the grading requirements.

Sportsmanship and Behavior: All students participating on a competitive sports team must demonstrate good sportsmanship and respectful behavior for all players, coaches, and referees. All team members must follow the instruction of the coaches. Any unsportsmanlike or unacceptable conduct by a player may result in removal from the team.