Table of Contents

Activity Finder
Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction

Chapter 1: Maximum Learning for All
Establish Student Expectations
Assess Yourself
Assess Your Students
Maximize Learning Time
Explain and Enforce Department Procedures
Establish Class Management Protocols
Get Off to a Good Start
Activities

Chapter 2: Fitness Made Fun
Incentives
Success and Fun for All
Structuring Lessons
Putting It Together
Activities

Chapter 3: Social Skills Development
Elements of a Successful Social Skills Curriculum
Developing the Curriculum
Activities

Chapter 4: Student-Centered Learning
Laying the Foundation
Unit 1: Juggling
Unit 2: Circus Tricks
Unit 3: Tossing, Catching, Throwing, and Striking
Unit 4: Foot Skills
Summary

Chapter 5: Sequence Learning
Unit 1: Using Grids in Team Sport
Unit 2: Gladiator Games
Unit 3: Rhythm and Dance

Chapter 6: Promoting Your Program
Address the Three Circles of Influence
Build the Curriculum
Spread the Word
Find Support

References and Resources
About the Authors
How to Use the CD-ROM

About the Author

Mary Hirt, BA, has been named the Middle School Physical Education Teacher of the Year for California (2002), the Southwest (2003), and the nation (National Association for Sport & Physical Education, 2003). She is a Nike Go PE master trainer and a SPARK master trainer (SPARK creates, implements, and evaluates programs that promote lifelong wellness). In her 20 years as a teacher, Ms. Hirt has presented at numerous conferences, including the National Physical Education Conference. During her spare time she volunteers at a boxer rescue organization in Los Angeles, training dogs and preparing them for adoption. She also enjoys rock climbing.

Irene Ramos, MEd, has over 21 years of experience in education, including 16 years as an administrator with an emphasis in student support services. She has presented at several state and regional conferences on maximizing and promoting student achievement. A member of the Association of California School Administrators, Ms. Ramos received her MEd from UCLA in 1990. She enjoys hiking, jogging, and bike riding in her leisure time.