Welcome to PE with Mrs. Bannon & Mr. Mendez

TK - 6th 

PE Weekly Schedule:

Monday- Rotation                                                                            

Tuesday-Marshall Elementary

Wednesday- Glenmeade Elementary

Thursday-Dickson Elementary

Friday- Briggs Elementary

EXPECTATIONS:

 BE RESPECTFUL, BE RESPONSIBLE, BE SAFE

BE RESPECTFUL: Respect yourself and others. Listen and follow directions. Do not interrupt. Have good sportsmanship and be kind to others.

BE RESPONSIBLE: Come prepared with appropriate clothing and footwear. Participate and try your best. Take turns and encourage others. 

BE SAFE: Do not touch equipment without permission. Stay in designated area.  Listen for instructions.  Keep your hands and feet to yourself. 

What Is PE?  What Do We Do?

Physical Education is a way for kids to be physically active through sports, games and activities.  Our PE program focuses on Physical Education Standards.  This includes social skills, problem-solving, nutrition, and skill themes (throwing, catching, jumping, balancing, striking, etc.)  We strive to encourage our students to be fit, active and promote life-long healthy habits. 

Dress Code:

-Tennis Shoes (no sandals, crocs or boots)

-Loose, Comfortable Clothes

-Water Bottle (no juice or Gatorade, please)

PE Curriculum: Spark Curriculum- An award-winning program that ensures standards, objectives and goals are being met. 

5th Grade Physical Fitness Test Information: This is a state-mandated test that measures student's health in 5 different areas: Aerobic Capacity (Pacer Test), Upper Body Strength (Push-Ups), Abdominal Strength (Curl-Ups), Shoulder Flexibility (Shoulder Stretch), and Lower Back Strength and Flexibility (Trunk Lift).  This test will be given between March and April. 

WE LOOK FORWARD TO A GREAT YEAR!