Course Syllabus

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Mr. Willecke

Teacher Email: Joshua.willecke@rentonschools.us

Course Syllabus:

OFFICE HOURS:

  • By Appointment, Please Email Me!

CLASS LOCATION:

This class splits time between Room 277 (above the gym) and the Gymnasium.

Monday: Room 277: Intro to lesson/notes/assignment

Tuesday: Room 277: Assignments, Projects and Assessments. 

Wednesday: Locker room and suit up: Fitness Cardio day.

Thursday: Room 277: Lab day and fitness assessments. (suit up optional)  

Friday: Locker room suit up: Choice activity day. 

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Components of Fitness provides students with introductory skills and knowledge needed to pursue interests and careers in Exercise Science. These skills are used by personal trainers, coaches, strength and conditioning specialists, exercise physiologists, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and sports equipment designers.

The coursework examines the effects of exercise and physical activity on people in order to optimize their physical and mental health. Students will examine their own abilities in order to determine plans for achieving their own fitness goals, as well as creating fitness programs for clients based on individualized needs.

THIS COURSE COVERS:

  • Introduction to Exercise Science
  • Flexibility
  • Cardiorespiratory Endurance
  • Muscular Strength & Endurance
  • Body Composition
  • Speed, Power, & Reaction Time
  • Agility, Balance, Coordination
  • Nutrition and Hydration
  • Fitness Related Careers
  • Mental Health

GRADING POLICY:

  • Assignments will be kept open until June 17th, 2025 at MIDNIGHT. You are able to turn in any unsubmitted and resubmitted work until this time for up to full credit. Anything turned in after March 10th will not be graded. You must contact me via email if there are any concerns when getting close to this due date.  
  • Quizzes will be kept open until June 17th, 2025 at MIDNIGHT. You will be able to take quizzes or make quiz revisions until this time for up to full credit. *You cannot receive extra credit if you take the quiz late.

GRADING SCALE:

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SCHOOL INFORMATION:

Weekly Announcements

Bell Schedule

RHS Virtual Calming Space

Hazel Health (NEW Free Mental Health/Counseling)

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Week 1, August 27-29

 

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Week 2, September 2-5

 

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Week 3, September 8-12

 

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Week 4, September 15-19

 

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Week 5,September 22-26

 

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Week 6, September 29-October 3

 

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Week 7, October 6-9

 

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Week 8, October 13017

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Week 9, October 20-24

 

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Week 10, October 27-31

 

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Week 11, November 3-7

 

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Week 12, November 12-14

 

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Week 13,November 17-21