Hi Simons Valley School,

We've had a great start to our physical education program!

Div I Curriculum
Div I students are working on cooperative games and perfecting proper running technique in preparation for the Terry Fox Run coming up at the end of the month. 

Div II Curriculum 
Div II students have been busy ramping up for their track and field meet on Thursday September 26. Students have been learning long jump and sprints and next week will be getting into baseball throw and 300m running.

Cross Country Team
Ms. Blyth and I kicked off the cross country team this past Tuesday. Practices will be held twice a week during the last recess on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students from all grades, who would like to join, are welcome and encouraged to come out and run with us!

For students in Grade 4, 5, and 6 there will be a cross country meet on Tuesday October 1st at Cecil Swanson School from 3:30pm-5:30pm. As this is an extracurricular activity, students must arrange their own ride to and from the meet separately with parents.

The course the students will run will be 2km in length and the kids will have the opportunity to race against 10 other schools! 

Track and Field Meet Div II

Div II students have their 1st field trip coming up quickly on Thursday September 26 at the Foothills Athletic Park. All students will be competing in long jump, baseball throw and running events. The entire field trip will be held outside. Please ensure your child is prepared to spend the day outside in the elements. Pack lots of layers, snacks, and water!

Lots of hands are needed to make this day happen. If you are able to volunteer for the day, please contact me or your child's classroom teacher! 

P.E. Leadership Applications

Students in grade 5 and 6 are welcome to apply to be a part of the Physical Education Leadership team. As a member of the team students help organize and facilitate intramurals at lunch, whole school sport days, setting up and tearing down assemblies and much more! It is a great leadership opportunity!

Students interested in applying are asked to write me a letter explaining why they would be a good member of the team, why they want to be a part of the team and how they would contribute. Applications are due at the end of the month!