PHILOSOPHY and GOALS

The mission of the physical education program at St. Monica School is to provide a balanced quality program which integrates physical skills, social development and fitness opportunities that encourage active healthy lifestyles.

Physical education classes serve to complement other educational areas, in addition to promoting educational outcomes that are not likely to be achieved in other areas. The physical education contributions are expressed through the following student-centered outcomes:

• Know the components of fitness and apply them to his/her daily life.

• Develop self-confidence and positive self-esteem through successful physical activities.

• Perform a range of skills  which  enhance an active healthy lifestyle.

• Demonstrate cooperation, fair play, and safety.

  Three areas of special emphasis are:

• Fitness

• Safety

• Sportsmanship

  Goals for physical education classes:

• Physical activity is FUN.

• Physical activity is for EVERYONE.

• Physical activity is for a LIFETIME.