August 30

Middle School Physical Education Expectations

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  1. Class time is approx. 45 minutes.
  1. Appropriate attire is required

*Shorts or sweat pants are required

*Shoes that lace up and have proper support (cross trainers or running shoes)

  1. Attention is paid to wellness and exercise physiology (Stretching, technique and core area)

*A healthy balance of mind and body is encouraged

           *Core exercises (emphasis on abdominal area)

*Stretching is a way to prepare the body for exercising, both physically and mentally.

-Increases heart and respiratory rate

                -Boosts the amount of oxygen and nutrients to the muscles

                -Prepares the body for the workout

               -Extends the time of quality exercise

               – Increases joint flexibility and range of motion

              -Improves posture

             -Relaxes muscles

            -Improves coordination

  1. Skills are practiced and advanced games are played.

          –We will work on technique through repetitions

5. Written tests will be given on specific sports

    6. Written tests will be given and/ or projects assigned on health, nutrition and muscles.

    7. Physical fitness testing will occur at least twice a year.

         -There will be assessment testing done at the beginning of the year and progress l testing at the end.

  1. Ballroom dancing and Yoga are some of our other possible units
  2. Snowshoes on West Campus when weather is optimal

 

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August 25

Cooperative Learning in PE!

The first few days of lower school PE  at Quest Academy are going great as a major focus has been cooperative learning.  This fun activity is Cross the River (or LAVA) as some of the classes would rather call it.  Each group needed to get all of their equipment and team members across the “river” without falling in.  Cooperation, communication, listening to others, and sharing ideas were just a few of the concepts that were stressed during this activity.

Lower school will be participating in many different cooperative learning activities through out the school year as it is a great skill to develop for everyone!

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August 23

2016 Physical Education Scope & Sequence PreK-8th Grade

Welcome back to physical education at Quest Academy!  The physical education department wanted to share with the Quest community the complete scope & sequence for the Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade levels.  These documents are guides to specify the range of topics that are taught in Physical Education and in what sequence.  This is meant as a guide and can be adapted to vary according to such factors as facilities, teaching schedules, equipment, and weather.

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August 23

1st Annual 4K Family Fun Run/Walk

On October 1st Quest Academy will be hosting the very first 1st Annual 4K Family Fun Run/Walk.  The start and finish will take place at the beautiful West Campus!  All proceeds to benefit the mission of Quest Academy.  All friends and families of Quest Academy are welcome participate!  The physical education department will incorporate running into the curriculum to help the students to prepare for this exciting event!

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