Physical Education - Classes by Grade

Physical Education Rubric

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Why Children Need Physical Education in Catholic School

Physical education is an important part of a child's development throughout elementary school. As they grow in skills in the Physical Education class each student will begin to see that God has made them each unique and special.

Benefits of taking PE Class

Improved physical fitness

Improves children's muscular strength, flexibility, muscular endurance, body composition and cardiovascular endurance.

Skill development

Develops motor skills, which allow for safe, successful and satisfying participation in physical activities.

Regular, healthful physical activity

Provides a wide range of developmentally appropriate activities for all children.

Self-discipline

Facilitates development of student responsibility for health and fitness.

Improved judgment

Quality physical education can influence moral development. Students have the opportunity to assume leadership, cooperate with others, question actions and regulations, and accept responsibility for their own behavior.

Stress reduction

Physical activity becomes an outlet for releasing tension and anxiety and facilitates emotional stability and resilience.

Strengthened peer relationships

Physical education can be a major force in helping children socialize with others successfully and provides opportunities to learn positive people skills. Especially during late childhood and adolescence, being able to participate in dances, games, and sports is an important part of peer culture.

Improved self-confidence and self-esteem

Physical education instills a stronger sense of self-worth in children based on their mastery of skills and concepts in physical activity. They can become more confident, assertive, independent and self-controlled.

Experience setting goals

Gives children the opportunity to set and strive for personal, achievable goals.