THURSTON PHYSICAL EDUCATION
National Standards –Thurston Physical Education is aligned with the standards of The National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE).
Motor Skill Assessment (March) – A variety of motor skills are taught each year. These skills are consistent throughout the district.
Fitnessgram Assessment (June) – A comprehensive health-related fitness and activity assessment. Each personalized report lets students and parents know if their child is in the “healthy zone”. Tests include: One Mile Run/Walk or The PACER (Aerobic Capacity), Curl-Ups (Abdominal Strength), Modified Pull-Up (Upper Body Strength), Trunk Lift (Back Strength and Flexibility), Height/Weight (Body Mass Index) and Physical Activity.
Health and Fitness – Health and fitness concepts are taught in numerous lessons; however, additional work outside of class must be done to develop and maintain fitness. A minimum of sixty minutes of activity is recommended each day for children.
Lifelong Guidelines and Life Skills - are integrated throughout the curriculum. Lessons focus on vocabulary and development of the following skills:
Lifelong Guidelines – trustworthiness, truthfulness, active listening,
No put-downs, and personal best.
Life Skills – integrity, empathy, common sense, initiative, effort, perseverance, organization, flexibility, problem-solving, responsibility, cooperation, sense of humor, patience, friendship, curiosity, courage, and pride.
Respect - is integrated in all aspects of the curriculum. Lessons incorporate objectives that include respect for rules, different ideas, and respect for different abilities and talents.
Competition –The main focus during competitive activities is to get exercise and have fun. During competitive situations students can also develop strategies to handle pressure, anger and frustration. I stress to students to be respectful in victory and defeat. Teamwork is emphasized.
Cooperative Activities – All lessons involve cooperation and getting along with others. However, some are specifically designed to add special challenges for students to problem solve and collaborate. All students must learn to handle victory and defeat in a respectful manner.
Conflict Management – Movement games, specific instruction, and experiences during activities all provide an excellent opportunity to learn strategies for resolving conflicts, identifying feelings, expressing feelings (“I messages”), responding to conflict, developing anger management strategies, exploring fairness and learning about respect.
Teaching Responsibility Through Physical Activity – Physical Education class offers an excellent opportunity to develop and demonstrate responsibility. Lessons that include choices provide for self-directed learning. Students are encouraged to demonstrate a caring and helpful attitude in class. Respect for others and self-control are emphasized each class time.
Integration – Every lesson involves varying degrees of integration. Science, math, reading and history are incorporated in many of my lessons. Some lessons are specially designed to reinforce concepts or themes that students are learning in their classroom.
Increasing Academic Achievement Through Physical Activity – Brain research supports that movement can positively effect academic achievement. There are infinite possibilities for Physical Education lessons to extend concepts in all academic areas. The reverse is also true. Good classroom teachers know that movement in the academic classroom is essential to keeping kids focused, excited, enthusiastic, and ready to learn. Our bodies are not designed to sit passively and stay focused for hours on end. Movement anchors learning through the body. Movement energizes and integrates the body and brain for optimal learning. According to a 2010 essay penned by Charles Basch of Colombia University. He summarized how exercise may affect executive functioning:
· Increase oxygen flow to the brain
· Increase neurotransmitters
· “[Increase] brain-derived neurotrophins that support neural differentiation and survival on developing brain.” Neurotrophins assure the survival of neurons responsible for learning, memory and higher thinking.
Literacy – Most lessons integrate literacy. Information about muscles and bones are placed on the walls of gymnasium for students to read. Students read directions and instructions on the board with teacher. Science, math, reading and history are incorporated in many of my lessons.
Health – Lesson examples include; Muscles, Bones, Healthy Heart, Nutrition and Lifelong Fitness.
Lifetime Activities – Examples include walking, yoga, golf, and hiking.
Demonstrations – (i.e., Soccer,Wrestling Skills, Gymnastics, etc…) are intended to recognize talent and spark interest for other students. Demonstrations may involve students and/or outside presenters.
Exercise Outside Of the School Day - Experts urge that children need minimally one hour of moderate to vigorous exercise throughout each day. Eating healthier diets and being more physically active are important in achieving and maintaining a normal weight and helping reduce chronic diseases. Healthy body and Healthy mind go hand in hand.
Class Rules and Safety – (1) Listen and follow directions. (2) Hands and feet to yourself. (3) Be respectful to all. Following class rules helps to keep students safe. It is very important for students to remember to wear gym shoes and appropriate clothing.
Questions/Concerns – I can be contacted at (734-994-1970)
National Standards –Thurston Physical Education is aligned with the standards of The National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE).
Motor Skill Assessment (March) – A variety of motor skills are taught each year. These skills are consistent throughout the district.
Fitnessgram Assessment (June) – A comprehensive health-related fitness and activity assessment. Each personalized report lets students and parents know if their child is in the “healthy zone”. Tests include: One Mile Run/Walk or The PACER (Aerobic Capacity), Curl-Ups (Abdominal Strength), Modified Pull-Up (Upper Body Strength), Trunk Lift (Back Strength and Flexibility), Height/Weight (Body Mass Index) and Physical Activity.
Health and Fitness – Health and fitness concepts are taught in numerous lessons; however, additional work outside of class must be done to develop and maintain fitness. A minimum of sixty minutes of activity is recommended each day for children.
Lifelong Guidelines and Life Skills - are integrated throughout the curriculum. Lessons focus on vocabulary and development of the following skills:
Lifelong Guidelines – trustworthiness, truthfulness, active listening,
No put-downs, and personal best.
Life Skills – integrity, empathy, common sense, initiative, effort, perseverance, organization, flexibility, problem-solving, responsibility, cooperation, sense of humor, patience, friendship, curiosity, courage, and pride.
Respect - is integrated in all aspects of the curriculum. Lessons incorporate objectives that include respect for rules, different ideas, and respect for different abilities and talents.
Competition –The main focus during competitive activities is to get exercise and have fun. During competitive situations students can also develop strategies to handle pressure, anger and frustration. I stress to students to be respectful in victory and defeat. Teamwork is emphasized.
Cooperative Activities – All lessons involve cooperation and getting along with others. However, some are specifically designed to add special challenges for students to problem solve and collaborate. All students must learn to handle victory and defeat in a respectful manner.
Conflict Management – Movement games, specific instruction, and experiences during activities all provide an excellent opportunity to learn strategies for resolving conflicts, identifying feelings, expressing feelings (“I messages”), responding to conflict, developing anger management strategies, exploring fairness and learning about respect.
Teaching Responsibility Through Physical Activity – Physical Education class offers an excellent opportunity to develop and demonstrate responsibility. Lessons that include choices provide for self-directed learning. Students are encouraged to demonstrate a caring and helpful attitude in class. Respect for others and self-control are emphasized each class time.
Integration – Every lesson involves varying degrees of integration. Science, math, reading and history are incorporated in many of my lessons. Some lessons are specially designed to reinforce concepts or themes that students are learning in their classroom.
Increasing Academic Achievement Through Physical Activity – Brain research supports that movement can positively effect academic achievement. There are infinite possibilities for Physical Education lessons to extend concepts in all academic areas. The reverse is also true. Good classroom teachers know that movement in the academic classroom is essential to keeping kids focused, excited, enthusiastic, and ready to learn. Our bodies are not designed to sit passively and stay focused for hours on end. Movement anchors learning through the body. Movement energizes and integrates the body and brain for optimal learning. According to a 2010 essay penned by Charles Basch of Colombia University. He summarized how exercise may affect executive functioning:
· Increase oxygen flow to the brain
· Increase neurotransmitters
· “[Increase] brain-derived neurotrophins that support neural differentiation and survival on developing brain.” Neurotrophins assure the survival of neurons responsible for learning, memory and higher thinking.
Literacy – Most lessons integrate literacy. Information about muscles and bones are placed on the walls of gymnasium for students to read. Students read directions and instructions on the board with teacher. Science, math, reading and history are incorporated in many of my lessons.
Health – Lesson examples include; Muscles, Bones, Healthy Heart, Nutrition and Lifelong Fitness.
Lifetime Activities – Examples include walking, yoga, golf, and hiking.
Demonstrations – (i.e., Soccer,Wrestling Skills, Gymnastics, etc…) are intended to recognize talent and spark interest for other students. Demonstrations may involve students and/or outside presenters.
Exercise Outside Of the School Day - Experts urge that children need minimally one hour of moderate to vigorous exercise throughout each day. Eating healthier diets and being more physically active are important in achieving and maintaining a normal weight and helping reduce chronic diseases. Healthy body and Healthy mind go hand in hand.
Class Rules and Safety – (1) Listen and follow directions. (2) Hands and feet to yourself. (3) Be respectful to all. Following class rules helps to keep students safe. It is very important for students to remember to wear gym shoes and appropriate clothing.
Questions/Concerns – I can be contacted at (734-994-1970)
