Physical Education
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.