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Welcome to the Physical Education Home Page We hope that you find the following information helpful. If you have any questions please feel free to contact any of us through the e-mail links found in our staff listing. Department Philosophy and Mission Statement Physical Education offers students the opportunity to learn about Fitness, Health, Movement and Nutrition. The department's philosophy is to contribute to the development of the whole person through physical activity that integrates psychomotor, cognitive and affective learning domains. Students will be exposed to a variety of activities that will enable them to gain knowledge of sports and skills. Through exercise the student will develop strength and muscular endurance, increase cardiovascular endurance and improve flexibility. Through this process the student will learn to value what physical fitness can do for them in their lives and continue to pursue lifelong Fitness and Health as adults. Department Members Mrs. Peckham has been a member of the Hart staff since 1987. She is a native of Ohio with an undergrad in Physical Education from The University of Cincinnati and a MA in Physical Eduction from Northridge. Mrs. Peckham currently serves as the Department Chair and as one of the two Athletic Directors at Hart.
Mr. Herrington, an alumnus of Hart High School, has been on the staff since 1984. He recieved his BA in Physical Education from Cal State Northridge. Mr. Herrington also serves as the Head Football Coach and one of the two Athletic Directors.
Mrs. Martin is a California native and graduated from UCLA in 1982 with a Bachelor of Performing Arts degree in dance. She went to CSULB for her teaching credential in English and dance. She received both credentials in 1986, and was hired in 1989 as the dance teacher at Arroyo Seco Junior High. Mrs. Martin came to Hart in 2004 and this is her 21st year of teaching.
Coach David came to Hart in 1990. He is a 1977 graduate of Occidental College, with a BA in Physical Education. He received a Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology in 1985 from California State University, Northridge. After ten years in orthopedic and cardiac rehabilitation at Valley Presbyterian Hospital, he returned to teaching in 1990. He started as the Core Program teacher, working with at-risk freshmen. While in the classroom, Mr David has taught english, earth science, physical science, math, applied communication and biology. He is in his 17th year as head cross country coach, and in his second stint as head coach for track and field.
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