Kindergarten-Grade 4 PE
Students participate in PE three days a week. They
explore physical education through a variety of units.
They begin with movement themes – locomotor
movement as well as nonlocomotor movement. Students
practice manipulative skills using beanbags, balls,
beach balls, balloons, juggling scarves, scoops and
balls, hoops, wands, paddles, and Frisbees. Rope jumping
skills are practiced individually and with partners.
Both long and short ropes are used. Students practice
body awareness and work on body strength by participating
in tumbling and combatives, and learning stunts. A
rhythmic movement unit includes rhythm sticks, dance,
and rhythm games. There are apparatus activities,
scooter activities, and parachute and cage ball, activities
which encourage gross motor movements. Students participate
in relays and low organized games.
Grades 5-8 PE/Athletics
All Grade 5-8 students participate in PE four days
a week. The focus is on developing skills for a variety
of sports and activities. The sports related emphasis
includes both individual and team sports. Sports and
activities include soccer, cross country, flag football,
Frisbee, basketball, rope jumping, tumbling, stunts,
combatives, floor hockey, team handball, volleyball,
softball, track and field, and health related fitness.
Teamwork, fair play, competition, and cooperation
and leadership are encouraged. Instruction includes
learning the rules, strategy, and etiquette of the
sports and activities. Positive attitudes, daily participation,
respect, and leadership roles are stressed throughout
the sports and activities.
Art 1 grade 1
A variety of medias are used to give students a well-rounded
experience in the arts. From color pencils and chalk
to paint and glue to cutting, different items are
used to create masterpieces. In art 1, we learn the
skills in coloring and cutting. Throughout the year
the students are introduce to varies artist. Art is
also an area where students develop fine motor skills,
thus helping their writing/handwriting skills.
Art 2 grades 2-4
The six art elements- line, shape, color, texture,
space, and light are taught in second and third grade.
the elements are incorporated in drawing, painting,
cutting, pasting and crafting. The students learn
from Looking at Painting an introduction to fine art
for young students. Students will experiment with
color, design and the techniques of drawing and printing
through the use of paper, paint, pencil and marker
to create pieces of art. Students also enjoy working
in Draw-Write-Now workbooks.
Emphasis will be placed on the process and product
of the individual, though experiences in cooperative
art will also be
provided.
Art 3 grades 5th 6th
In art, the students are exposed to and experiment
with a wide range of art media and techniques. Each
students maintained a sketchbook to develop art techniques.
Art becomes a way to explore their creativity. The
students will be introduced to various forms of art
including painting, collage, drawing, and design.
Students are introduced to a vary of artist throughout
the year. Each project presents a new opportunity
to develop creative and artistic abilities, leaving
the students with a sense of accomplishment and pride.
Art 4 grades 7th and 8th
In art, the students are exposed to and experiment
with a wide range of art media and techniques. From
color pencil, and charcoal, to paint and pastels are
used to create two dimensional pieces of art. Students
will also enjoy working in three-dimensional art forms
through the processes of discovering textures, wire
sculptor and creating crafts. Each students will continue
to master art techniques, in painting, drawing and
design. Each project presents a new opportunity to
develop creative and artistic abilities, leaving the
students with a sense of accomplishment and pride.
