k-3rd grade has just completed a volleyball unit. Modifications included 2 short nets, beach balls and trainer balls. Fundamental skill development included setting, bumping and serving. The focus was on volleying as much as possible. Beach balls were used for this.
PE k-3 have started an indoor kickball unit. Kicking, base running and field play are utilized. Team work is essential.
Friday will be theme Day and the gym will be turned into an african adventure. There will be a sand treasure hunt, crossing the nile river, mummy madness and experimenting with african instruments plus pyramid murals around the gym
WES PE classes are finishing a throwing/catching unit. This is a lead up to softball/baseball season. Aiming at targets, accurate throwing and improving catching skills is the focus.
We will start a jump roping unit for the next few weeks. Individual, group and other jumping activities will be incorporated
Classes are now starting to prepare for field day 2010. K is June 8th from 9-11 behind WES school. 1-3 is on June 9th. 9:00-12:00 at high school track and afternoon activities at WES. Letters will be sent home with all necessary information.
PE for k-3 has started with much enthusiasm. the first few classes are geared toward space awareness and getting to know each other and accepting individual differences. We do various activities to help with those goals.
The parachute unit was introduced and all had a blast.
Next is our soccer unit where fundamental skills will be taught and practiced
