Physical Education
“The first wealth is health.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
Miss McComic is entering her 5th year of teaching. Previously she has taught at Montville High School and with Killingly Public Schools. In her short years of teaching, she has already taught all three levels of students! Middle, high school, and elementary. She received her degree for health and physical education at Central Connecticut State University. Miss McComic is also a graduate of Waterford High School. Additionally, she is the Head Girls Lacrosse Coach and a 200 HR Registered Yoga Teacher. Her passion is to teach an inspire individuals of all ages to find what makes their heart healthy and happy. She enjoys all types of activities but her favorites are distance running, yoga and walking her dog. If you have any questions for Miss McComic you can contact her at [email protected].
Mission Statement:
- The mission of the physical education program at Mohegan Elementary School is to provide each student with the opportunity to develop into a physically literate individual in our society. Each student will have the opportunity to explore and find an activity that they can enjoy for the rest of their life. Every student will leave Mohegan school with the tools to live a lifelong healthy lifestyle.
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Curriculum Snap Shot:
- All grades will work on developing the following skills throughout their time at Mohegan Elementary School in a variety of ways.
- Spatial Awareness (Personal Space, General Space, Open Space, Closed Space)
- Movement Concepts (Locomotor Movements, Balance, Levels, Directions, Pathways)
- Dance
- Chasing and Fleeing
- Hand/Foot – Eye Coordination (Rolling, Throwing, Catching, Dribbling, Kicking, Punting)
- Cooperation
- Communication
- Sport Concepts (Soccer, Basketball, Football, Floor Hockey, Lacrosse, Ultimate Frisbee)
- Spin Jammers
National Standards:
Standard 1: The physically literate individual demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.
Standard 2: The physically literate individual applies knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies and tactics related to movement and performance.
Standard 3: The physically literate individual demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.
Standard 4: The physically literate individual exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.
Standard 5: The physically literate individual recognizes the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.
Events:
- 1.Summer Fitness Challenge Celebration
- 2.Field Day
Ten Ways to Help Children Develop Healthy Habits
Children will make good choices if you point them in the right direction. Here are some easy ways that you can help your children develop healthy habits that will last a lifetime.
- Be a positive role model. Practice healthy habits yourself.
- Get the whole family active. Plan physical activities that benefit everyone.
- Limit TV, video game and computer time.
- Customize physical activities. Children will stick with what they enjoy.
- Be supportive. Celebrating successes promotes confidence.
- Set specific goals and realistic limits. Set them up for success, not failure.
- Find new ways to celebrate good behavior. Don't use snacks as rewards.
- Make dinnertime family time. Get the children involved in the kitchen.
- Make a game of reading food labels.
Be an advocate for healthier children. Make your voice heard outside the home.
