Why PE is Important

Benefits of the Earl Warren Physical Education Program

Holistic approach to health, fitness and skill development
Increased exposure to a variety of activities and fitness methods. Thus, allowing students more autonomy to discover activities they prefer
Teens and pre teens develop better muscular balance and athleticism with a holistic and well-rounded approach
Provides objective data for measuring student progress and focuses on improvement at students' individual ability levels
Opportunities to increase social skills through teamwork by Incorporating partner, small and large group activities
Develop a stronger, more confident self-esteem and positive self-concept
Learn personal responsibility, emotional development and self-accountability skills. For example, managing a locker, lock, PE clothes, self-preparation, punctuality and cooperating with diverse student groups
Special activities and guest speakers throughout the school year

Not only is the importance of physical fitness supported in our program, but we also emphasize student wellness, which includes:

Social - One who is positively engaged in the school culture and surrounding community

Emotional - One who builds and fosters emotional awareness while relating to others in a positive way

Physical - A student who has the knowledge to live a healthy lifestyle through physical activity and eating balanced meals

Intellectual - A student who engages in expanding their knowledge and skills in a variety of tasks and sharing with others

Specializing too young can be detrimental to ones self-esteem and self-concept
Presents increased risks of injury through overuse within children and teens who's bodies are not fully developed
Drastically increases potential for burn out

To read about the potential dangers of early childhood sport specialization and the myth of the 10,000 hours rule click on the below links