Director of Athletics/Department Head of Physical Education/Health
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Physical Education is that part of the educational process which contributes to the mental, physical, social, and emotional growth of each child through the medium of physical activity.A regular program of physical education is provided in all grades.It is the intent of the physical education program to plan movement experiences that will strive to:
Develop motor skills necessary to perform a variety of physical activities successfully
Develop a level of physical fitness that will enable active physical participation and enhance motor skill learning
Develop knowledge, understanding, and the benefits from involvement in physical activity and its contributions to a healthful lifestyle
Develop an awareness of social skills and socially acceptable behavior
Motivate students to achieve their physical potential through a comprehensive physical education program
Promote interest and proficiency in activities that will enable students to participate successfully, now, as well as in the future