Middle School Physical Education and Health

Mr. Sean Slaikeu
sslaikeu@stccs.com

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Middle School Physical Education/Health

In the Middle School Physical Education classes we work to develop independent and group skills that expand student confidence, assertiveness, self-control, and the ability to accept their own and others’ strengths and weaknesses.

In 6^th grade we continue to focus on skill development, sportsmanship and developing the skills needed to live healthy, happy lives. To reach this goal students focus on individual skill development while participating in a wide variety of sports and team building activities.

In 7^th grade we try to focus more on what sportsmanship is, how to incorporate this into everyday life. We spend time on continued skill development and focus more on how students can develop opinions and views on activities that will keep them healthy throughout their lifetime. Students do this by participating in team sports and activities that promote wellness and continued health.

8^th graders at SCCS focus on Leadership Development. They use their strengths to help build good self-esteem, and team working skills, while at the same time continuing to better their skills and abilities to compete at a higher level.

All Grade levels participate in the same types of activities/sports, however each grade has different criteria that are met on a daily lesson plan.

In Health Middle School students cover a wide variety of topics including but not limited to the following: Nutrition and Wellness, Body Systems, Drugs, Smoking and Addictions, Infectious and Noninfectious Diseases, Growth and Development, Stress and Conflict Management, Physical Fitness and Conditioning, First Aid and Emergencies, Health and Safety

Each Grade level will have a different lesson or sub topic that relates to the overall theme of the unit. For example Physical Fitness: in 6^th grade focuses on how to stay healthy and FIT, while in 7^th grade students learn what it takes to make a fitness program for each individual.