Spencer Gayles
McGill-Toolen Class of 2011
Spencer Gayles is the epitome of a well-rounded student. He excels in the academic arena with an all Honors and AP curriculum. He is a member of the National Honor Society and has a 3.63 GPA. He received full scholarships to LSU and Springhill College and received the Spirit of Auburn Foundation Scholarship. He has chosen to attend LSU where he will march in the Tiger Marching Band.
Spencer is also dedicated to serving the community and living his Catholic faith. He is an active member of the Servants of the Poor, Pro-Life Club and Campus Ministry. He volunteers much of his time to community service. He was recently awarded the Development Office “Jacket Jubilation Meritorious Award” for his countless hours of service which are often done behind-the-scenes for no other reward or recognition other than helping and serving others. He is also a Student Ambassador and is a favorite on the McT Road Shows at his alma mater, St. Ignatius. He is the perfect student to speak on the topic of extracurricular involvement since he is involved in so much at McT!
But the thing Spencer is most passionate about is his music. He plays the violin, the guitar, and saxophone. He is a member of the McT Marching Band, Jazz Band and Symphoic Band. He attributes his self-motivation and persistence to his being a self-taught musician. “Regardless of whether it is learning an instrument or climbing the corporate ladder, it is ultimately up to one’s self to decide whether or not success is plausible.” Spencer feels he learned the importance of teamwork and self –discipline through being a part of the McT marching band. He says, “You have to have a lot of trust in your teammates when you have eighty band members walking backwards and anticipating being in the correct spot at the correct time”. He is also a member of the Chamber Singers, utilizing his musical talents in even another medium.
Spencer is a student who can “do it all and do it well”. His dedication to academics, service to others and his music will take him far in life.
Physical Education Courses
GIRLS’ PHYSICAL FITNESS - ½ credit
The students will participate in various activities and projects designed to help develop healthy and safe lifelong fitness habits. Incorporated into each class or conditioning program are the four components of exercise: cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, muscle endurance and flexibility. Activities include aerobic workouts, fast walking, jogging, floor exercises, and weight training. Stressed throughout are physical fitness concepts, proper techniques, and safety guidelines.
BOYS’ PHYSICAL FITNESS - ½ credit
The students will participate in various activities designed to develop skills in sports as well as improve muscular strength, muscular endurance, and cardio respiratory endurance. Activities include weight training, jogging, individual and team sports. Skill development, safety guidelines, teamwork and discipline will be stressed throughout the course.
BOYS’ 9TH GRADE ATHLETIC P.E. - ½ or 1 credit
This course is designed for male freshman athletes. It is required of all male freshmen football, baseball and basketball athletes. It involves weight training and physical conditioning.
BOYS’ ATHLETIC P.E. - ½ or 1 credit
These courses are designed for those students participating in varsity football, basketball, soccer, track and baseball. Seniors taking varsity football will take ½ credit first semester only.
GIRLS’ ATHLETIC P.E. - ½ or 1 credit
These courses are for girls participating in volleyball, basketball, soccer, and track.
During the season, this class deals with strategies, game plans, and game preparations. During the off season, the class is used for conditioning, weight lifting and improving basic skills, as well as developing leadership, self-discipline and teamwork.
PERSONAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH - ½ credit
This objective of this course is to educate the student in health related matters so that he or she becomes aware of new health developments and the effects of these developments on each individual. The student is introduced to such areas as disease and disease-related problems along with the treatment, control and prevention of these problems. Proper exercise, nutrition, accident prevention, first aid, safety and stress related problems are discussed. This course does not fulfill a Physical Education requirement, but it is required for graduation.
Please see your counselor if you are interested in a Zero Period Health Class. (7 a.m.)
DRIVER EDUCATION - ½ credit
This course is divided into two sections. The classroom instruction consists of driving techniques, the effects of alcohol and drugs on driving, vehicle maintenance, safety and driving procedures. The actual driving experience in everyday situations is the practical application of the course. This course does not fulfill a Physical Education requirement.
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