Success-oriented physical education in the Seattle Public
Schools is an organized effort to teach students to
"learn to move" and to "move to learn". It is
developmentally appropriate, student centered, inclusive, and
focuses on
presenting a variety of movement options for learning, leisure,
and for life.
The new physical education stresses cooperation,
integration of other subject areas, and motivation to succeed
regardless of gender, size, age, and current level of ability or
interest.
Our educators our committed to providing opportunities in
lifetime fitness and health where all students can
succeed.
The Top Ten Reasons to Never Miss Physical Education
- Reduces the risk of
heart disease, diabetes, high cholesterol,
- high blood pressure,
colon cancer, and depression.
- Improves personal
fitness.
- Strengthens peer
relationships through team building.
- Reduces
Stress.
- Helps control
weight.
- Promotes psychological
well-being.
- Improves physical
skills.
- Prepares students for
a lifetime of movement experiences.
- Supports other subject
areas.
- IT'S FUN!
