Physical Education - by Lisa Best
Our Physical Education program encompasses all areas of wellness and health. Every class focuses on teaching our students how to take responsibility for their own physical, mental, and emotional well being. The focus of RMAE's Physical Education Program is to provide activities, assessments, and knowledge throughout the school year that allows every student to progress in four areas: Motor Skill Development, Anatomical Basis of Movement, Social Development, and Energy Balance. Go to the Curriculum page for further details.
In the beginning and end of the year, 3rd-8th grade undergo a fitness assessment. The assessment tests strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness.
Motor skill development is taught through a variety of sports and games. Such as, soccer, lacrosse, volleyball, softball, kickball, basketball, basic gymnastics, badminton, snowshoeing, team building games, and many tag games.
Each class is taught proper nutrition and the importance of making healthy choices within their diet, as well as, practical core virtue lessons which guide the students in taking responsibility for the way they treat themselves and others.
Our amazing middle-school students learn the Thriller Flash mob dance and perform together during our community's Trunk or Treat.
Field Day (k-5th grade) and Olympics (6th-8th grade) is held in May to celebrate the culmination of another healthy and productive year!
AFTER SCHOOL SPORTS PROGRAM:
BEST MULTI-SPORTS CLASS (K-8th grade)
Every Tuesday 3:15-4:15 pm
registration can be found in the school Grizzly Growl newsletter
MIDDLE SCHOOL (6th-8th grade)
Cross Country (boys & girls) August 25th-Oct. 17th
Volleyball (boys & girls) Oct. 25th-Dec. 15th
registration link (ERPD) can be found in the school Grizzly Growl
Pre-season Basketball clinic Nov. 1st- Dec. 19th (one time a week)
Basketball (boys & girls) Jan. 11th- March 16th
Track March 20th- May 25th
registration link (ERPD) can be found in the school Grizzly Growl
Lisa Best, Physical Education Teacher: About Me: I am passionate about health, wellness, and outdoor adventure. I was a personal trainer, wellness coach, and nutritionist for 16 years. I have been an educator in a school setting since 2013. I love hiking, biking, snowboarding, and exploring the world.
