Orientation to SPARK PE
- Introduce SPARK PE
- Physical education is essential for every BODY.
- Instruct SPARK PE Class Expectations
- What are the benefits of physical activity:
- Reduces stress, increases muscular strength and endurance, strengthens cardiovascular system and bone density, defends against heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, and some forms of cancer.
- Improves participation in lifetime sports and recreation.
- Provides opportunities to work with others, make new friends and have fun.
- Increases energy levels, alertness and productivity.
- Helps people respond better to emergencies.
- Assists in weight control.
- Helps people look and feel better about themselves.
- Behavior Expectations:
- What are the benefits of physical activity:
Physical education is a class, like social studies or math. I expect your behavior to be the same in PE as it is in our classroom.
- PE is not free play or recess.
- PE is not athletic competition.
- PE is organized instruction to help improve the fitness and skills of everyone. Most of all, it's active and fun!
- PE will be graded.
3. Explain SPARK PE Requirements
- When we meet for PE, you need to be ready. Wear comfortable clothes and athletic shoes.
- If unable to participate, you must bring a note from home.
- At the end of today's lesson, you will receive a letter to take home to your parents/guardians. It tells them when PE will be scheduled, so they can help you to be prepared.
4. Teach the First Social Skill
- 3rd Grade: Responsibility - "What might your personal and group responsibilities be in this class?" (E.g., Listen and follow directions, giver your best effort, maintain a positive attitude even if the activity that day isn't your favorite, etc.)
- 4th Grade: Encouragement - "Encouraging others is a sign of personal strength and confidence. See if you can make at least 1 encouraging statement every class."
- 5th Grade: Competition - "Whether your group is ahead or behind when our time ends is not important. How you handle it is. What are appropriate ways to behave when ahead? When behind?
- 6th Grade: Share Ideas - "When we work in groups, do you pitch in and play a supportive role? Do you raise your hand and contribute to discussions? Offer creative ideas to your partner or group?"
5. Transition to Activity Area
- This is where we meet for SPARK PE.
6. Name Game
7. Distribute Parent Letters