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Teaching Philosophy 

I believe all students deserve a caring and compassionate educator who is considerate of their diverse needs while providing an appropriate challenge. In Physical Education we study and practice the science and the art of human movement; Physical Education gives each individual the opportunity to learn how to efficiently perform all the motor skills they need for daily living. Stressing the importance of physical fitness within a variety of team sports and recreational activities is a curricular goal of mine; recreation is how individuals stay physically, socially, and emotionally fit throughout their adult lives and it is important that our students learn these skills now.

Through Physical Education, students improve the skills, knowledge, and attitudes that will help them lead active healthy lifestyles well into adulthood. In Physical Education students will be asked to complete a variety of tasks ranging from individual sports skills completion to demonstration of strategy through gameplay. We need to teach our students the importance of daily physical activity in their lives. I strive to create experiences that are child-centered, worthwhile, exciting, and fun while meeting the needs of all my students. Through the use of PLCs, educators are able to collaborate and build the best possible lesson plans and activities for their students with the helping eyes and voices of their colleagues. Collaboration has created and enhanced some of the most cherished units and activities I currently teach. Physical Education builds character, persistence, and teamwork; it provides physical and cognitive challenges for all participants and aids in creating a well-rounded student who is prepared to excel in their future college and career plans.