We are very excited to have your child a part of our physical education program. The main purpose of the program is to help students develop a positive attitude toward an active and healthy lifestyle. Our mission for our P.E. program is to invest in the lives of students by developing a foundation of fundamental skills and emotional well-being, while building a positive attitude towards health and fitness . Research has shown that movement facilitates cognition and what makes us move is also what makes us think. “Physical activity is good not only for the heart, but also for the brain, feeding it glucose and oxygen and increasing nervous connections, all of which makes it easier for children of all ages to learn. Numerous studies show that children that exercise do better in school.” (Newsweek 2/19/96 ) Also, physical activity naturally reduces stress and levels emotions. There are many benefits to a well-rounded physical education program. It provides opportunities to develop the whole child, mind and body.

Students will be learning the various components of fitness: Cardiopulmonary (heart and lungs), muscular endurance, muscular strength, and flexibility. We will also develop agility, hand-eye and foot eye coordination, and basic locomotion through different physical activities. Your help in promoting a healthy and active lifestyle at home can be beneficial to both you and your child. You are your child's best role model.