We wanted to send home a reminder that preparation is a very important part of your student’s safety and is part of the Physical Education grade. While helping your child prepare for school please be sure your child has the following in mind for a successful school year.
Your student will need the following to participate and to be prepared for Physical Education class:
Sneakers- Sneakers are required for participation in PE. Sneakers are the most important thing to remember for class!!!! Shoes such as crocks, flip flops or sandals, boots, toms, etc… are not permitted for class. When you purchase shoes, the employee at the store could help guide you in the right direction. Athletic shoes, running shoes, basketball shoes, cross training shoes are all acceptable. Please see your PE teacher if you are in need of a pair of sneakers, and we will do our best to find you a new or lightly used pair of sneakers for PE.
Physical Education Clothes- It is not required to change for Physical Education, its best to come to school on PE days with appropriate clothing. Please wear clothes that allow for free movement, skirts are unacceptable without under shorts. Please dress according to the weather; shorts are great for inside, but if we are outside in November it might be a good idea to wear sweatpants and a sweatshirt.
Hair Pulled Back- All hair that is longer than shoulder length will be required to be put up and away from your face. This is important for safety.
No Gum- For safety and coherence with school rules, gum chewing is not allowed during class.
The following are strongly recommended for PE class.
Deodorant- Students will be perspiring in Physical Education class. Students will be learning and hopefully practicing proper hygiene for exercise.
A Water Bottle- to stay hydrated. Many classes are outside and far away from a water fountain. We do have a new water bottle refill station right outside the gym :)
No Jewelry- For safety reasons students are advised to not wear jewelry during class. Students are advised to leave their valuable jewelry at home on days that they have Physical Education class.
Students will be expected to take full responsibility for their preparation grade. Students may request additional time to the usual five minutes passing time to change fill water bottles, tie sneakers, and pull back hair.