Physical Education

1 Semester Course

Ms. Cook

Mr. Hennings

Mr. Lemieux

Welcome to Kyrene Physical Education. Physical education prepares children to be physically and mentally active, fit and healthy...for life. Here are some of the many benefits children receive from a quality PE program:

· Improved physical fitness

· Skill and motor skills development

· Provides regular, healthful physical activity

· Teaches self discipline

· Facilitates development of student responsibility for health and fitness

· Influence moral development, leadership, cooperate with others

· Stress reduction – an outlet for releasing tension and anxiety

· Strengthened peer relationships

· Physical education can improve self-confidence and self-esteem

· Respect - PE helps you respect your body, classmates and teammates

· Experience in setting goals

· Improved academics - The big bonus benefit!

Our PE program will provide students with an opportunity to learn the skills and strategies to participate in a variety of sports and games. KMS PE will also teach students about the importance of health, diet and fitness.