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PHYSICAL   EDUCATION 

INSTRUCTORS:   Mrs. Judy Wilcox
                                                 Mr. Michael DiDomenico
 

 

Philosophy of PE:

The primary focus of the elementary physical education program is to equip students with the fundamental skills, attitudes, and behaviors essential to safe, effective movement and participation in lifelong activity. This program will help students develop basic skills of efficient movement through a variety of activities common to lifelong fitness. Students will learn to create a quality lifestyle that encourages skill development, health-related fitness, cognitive concepts, social characteristics, and emotional development.

What to wear for PE Class

  • Sneakers
  • Comfortable Shorts and pants
  • T-shirts
  • Sweatshirts

Grades K-3 have PE 2 times a week for 30 minutes.

Grades 4 and 5 have PE 2 times a week for 45 minutes.

Connecticut Physical Education Standards:

Physical activity is critical to the development and maintenance of good health. The goal of physical education is to develop physical educated individuals who have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to enjoy a life of healthful physical activity. The National and State standards are the basis for effective curriculum, instruction, and assessment. The questions help frame our work.

Standard

Question

1-Motor Skill Performance

Students will demonstrate competency in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.

What different ways can the body move given a specific purpose?
2-Applying Concepts and Strategies

Students will demonstrate understanding of movement concepts, principles, and strategies as they apply to learning and performance of physical activity.

 

How can we move effectively and efficiently?
   
   
   
   

47 Whiting Lane
West Hartford, CT 06119
Tel:   860-233-8541
Fax:  860-236-9367

Dr. Nancy DePalma, Principal

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