Hw#2 Due on Tuesday, November 20th

Landon Donovan

The midfielder rules the soccer pitch with his smooth all-around game

                Landon Donovan has enjoyed the greatest career of any U.S. men’s soccer player in history.  The 30 year old midfielder is Team USA’s leader in career goals and assists.  In the 2010 World Cup, he scored a stunning, last-gasp goal against Algeria that advanced the USA to the round of 16.  Donovan has also been impressive in Major League Soccer.  He is the L.A. Galaxy’s all time leader in goals and helped L.A. win the MLS Cup championship in 2011- his second title with the team and fourth overall. 

                A pro since age 16, Donovan has blossomed into a world-class playmaker and a dependable team leader.  Dave Sarachan, a coach with the Galaxy, credits Donovan’s unselfish game and strong work ethic for his success- and the success of his teammates.  “His personality rubs off a lot on not only the young guys but also the veterans,” says Sarachan.  “That’s what true professionals do.” 

Answer the following questions in complete sentences!

1)      Which two categories does Landon lead Team USA in?

2)      In what league did Landon win several championships?

3)      The article talks about Landon having a strong work-ethic.  What does it mean to have a strong work ethic in sports?  Use a dictionary or other sources if necessary.

4)      That last quote talks about being a true professional.  What are at least three things you need to do to be “a professional” in school?

6th Grade Health Review

6th Grade students,
   Here are things you should know for the health test on your next health day.  Make sure to study the notes in your notebook.

1) The different causes of violence.
2) Ways to positively handle stress.
3) Prejudice.
4) Abuse- physical and emotional. 
5) Harrassment.
6) What to do if someone brings a weapon to school.
7) First Aid- steps to help a friend with a cut/injury.  CPR.

Good luck students,
Mr. Goldstein

5th Grade Health Review

5th Graders,
 Here are some of the things you will need to know for the health test during your next health class.  You do not need to hand this in, it is for you to study.
Know the following

1) Steps to take care of a cut.
2) What to do if there is a fire in your home.
3) First Aid.
4) How fires start.
5) How to dress in hot/cold weather.
6) What do you need for exercising on a hot day?
7) What are things you can have in the home to prevent fires?

Good luck,
Mr. Goldstein

Fitness Quiz Review

5th and 6th Grade Students,
   Here are key things to know for the fitness quiz coming up...
1) Why do we stretch and warm up?
2) When we run, how should we breathe air in?
3) How do we save energy when running?
4) What is the scientific name for exercising the heart?
5) What are the different kinds of push-ups?
6) What is the right way to do a sit-up?
7) What does it mean to pace yourself?
8) What is the difference between a pull-up and a sit-up?
9) Which types of lifts did we learn about?

Ask me about any questions you may have?
-Mr. Goldstein

HW#1 Due October 11th

Physical Education HW #1

Classes- 5-1,5-2,5-3,6-1,6-2,6-3

Due date- Thursday, October 11^th (no later)

Article- This article is about Title IX and Candace Parker (WNBA star) from SI for Kids

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What if You Couldn’t Play Sports?

WNBA star Candace Parker explains how Title IX changed everything

Forty years ago there were twelve times as many boys than girls playing high school sports.  It wasn’t because girls didn’t like playing sports- it was because they often didn’t have teams to play on.  But on June 23, 1972, the law Title IX was passed, making it illegal for women to be excluded from or discriminated against in educational programs or activities funded by the US Government.  Title IX has helped create a path for women to excel in sports and also rise to leadership positions in other careers.  SI Kids asked Candace Parker of the Los Angeles Sparks to talk about how Title IX has impacted her life and the significance of its 40^th anniversary.

                “The anniversary of Title IX means a great deal to me.  It’s very interesting to look at it from the perspective of my family.  My mom wasn’t really able to play sports at her school in Iowa, and now she has a daughter who is able to make basketball a career as a result of Title IX.  And now I have a daughter and she’ll be able to have all the opportunities in the world because of it. 

            When I was in college at the University of Tennessee, my coach, Pat Summit, spoke to use a great deal about Title IX and the opportunities that It afforded her and our generation as well.  There would be no WNBA if Title IX had not passed

            Not only does Title IX benefit women in pro sports, but it also benefits women who play sports in college and then go on to other fields.  They’re able to learn team skills and how to work under pressure situations.  Little by little, it has allowed more women to take a step forward.  It has put women into the position to run for president of the United States.  That says a lot.

            The next step for women’s sports is to continue to grow.  We all have to realize how young women’s sports are.  Title IX was passed 40 years ago- that’s just the 1970’s.  We all have to think how young the WNBA is- we’re 16 years young.  Everybody wants to compare us to the men’s league that has been around for 60 plus years.  We have to take a step back and realize that we still have a lot more room to grow, but as a result of Title IX we’ll be able to continue in the right direction."

Answer the following questions in your own words

1)      What is Title IX (9). 

2)      How did Title IX increase the participation of women in high school sports?

3)      How was Candace Parker affected by the law?

4)      Answer #4 using a full paragraph- How would you feel if you could not play sports because of your gender?  Do you think boys and girls have fair opportunities to play sports or physical education in your neighborhood or school?

The Secret Code

The secret code is...

"School 7 students should always work hard in health and physical education!"

Hand this code in to me to receive your credit.

-Mr. Goldstein

6-2 Zanardi HW

6-2 Students,
   Here is the criteria for the letter to write to Alex Zanardi.
   It is due during your next gym day which is Friday!

Use this opportunity to write a letter to Alex Zanardi telling him what you think about him and his accomplishments.  Does he inspire you?  What would you talk to him about if he visited our classroom?  Is his story interesting to you?

Please answer this question using at least ten sentences in letter format.


-Mr. Goldstein