St. Mary School Physical Education Program Physical
activity plays an important role in the basic development of a child's brain and intellect. Scientific evidence supports the link between mastering basic motor skills and the development of the brain. There is a positive relationship between being physically fit and academically fit. All children should be able to participate in a variety of exercise and sports related activities regardless of their athletic or skill abilities. St. Mary's Physical Education Program will be activity-oriented. Each grade level will be presented with developmentally appropriate motor· movement skill challenges and experiences that encourage an interest in physical accomplishment rather than competitive sports. Our program will focus on fitness, skill building, rhythm and dance activities with an emphasis on total involvement. All classes will use age appropriate equipment, activities and games. All children will be involved on an equal basis and as always cooperation and sportsmanship will be stressed. All students will be . expected to try all new activities with a good attitude and be on their best behavior as Christ has taught us. In order to help provide optimum safety
during your child's Physical Education experience, it is requested that all students wear athletic
shoes and a PE uniform is required in grades Fifth through Eighth. Because of the many activities the children will be participating in, they will be less likely to cause stress injuries to their growing feet, ankles and legs when wearing the proper shoes. |