J. WALLACE JAMES ARTS & TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY

HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION SCHOOLNOTES PAGE...for A. Judice

We are honored to have been selected as the 2008 LAHPERD (Louisiana Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance) Model School...

 Hello!!! I'm April Judice, Health & Physical Education teacher at J. Wallace James Arts & Technology Academy. 

WELCOME... Mr. Tim Sonnier, ULL student teacher intern. He will be teaching PreK thru 5th grade classes beginning on October 19.  Lessons include "Eating Right Around the Clock" (nutrition curriculum), cooperative game play, perceptual power activities, soccer, physical fitness assessments, locomotor skills assessments, cup stacking, directionality/pathway awareness, fire safety, rhythm sticks. 

Check out our latest "SKELETAL SYSTEM" CHANT...

CRANIUM(point to skull)...step (right foot), step (left foot)

MANDIBLE...step, step

CLAVICLE...step, step

STERNUM...step, step

RIBS... step, step

SPINAL COLUMN... step, step

PELVIC GIRDLE... step, step

FEMUR...step, step

FIBULA...step, step

TIBIA...step, step

PHALANGES... step, step

CALCANEUS... step, step

...more to follow each week

We will be learning all about the skeletal system, participating in our Starblazer running program, learning about eating healthy and staying in shape, learning playground/cooperative games, and "earning those STARBUCKS" for displaying AWESOME/EXCEPTIONAL BEHAVIOR all across campus.


The PE Department has confidence in all of our students, and BELIEVES that they can do anything that they put their heart and mind to do. Remember, BELIEVE IN YOURSELF & DON'T EVER GIVE UP!!

There are a few terms students need to know on a daily basis during physical education class.  Terms include PERSONAL SPACE, GENERAL SPACE, HOMEBASE, FREEZE.  Students will participate in fun games, while learning and understanding the importance of these terms.


Each day, we perform a warmup routine consisting of 10 different stretches/exercises.  Students have been given a warmup sheet listing all of the exercises and how to properly perform them.  This list can be posted at home, and be refered to when needing tips on proper techniques & execution of exercises.  Other warmups include performing jumping jacks to vocabulary words studied in ELA, and jogging to the STAR CHANT. 



General PE Rules are as follows:
1. Respect all adults, students, and school property.
2. Use appropriate language and manners at all times.
3. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yoursef.
4. Walk quietly and orderly to and from PE.
5. Be a good sport.


Consequences:
1. Verbal warning
2. Think time (5 - 10 minutes)
3. PE Behavior Report Form or a phone call home
4. Star Behavior Report for minor infractions
5. State Behavior Report for major infractions


Rewards:  Fun Friday, Stickers, Teacher Helper, Starbucks, PE Bucks, Toe Tokens for completing laps set as the goal for the day, pencils, mini-notebooks, bags, erasers, bracelets.


GUIDELINES FOR EARNING PE BUCKS:
Students can earn PE Bucks by displaying good behavior during PE class, following rules in PE entrance and exit lineup procedures, displaying good citizenship skills, displaying good sportsmanship.  PE Bucks can only be earned during PE Class.  When earning a buck, the student is given one, and the PE teacher records it on a PE Buck chart.  During the month of May, students who have received bucks shop in our very own JWJ PE Store.  Our PE Store is full of neat prizes, such as key chains, stickers, pencils, wallets, jewelry, balls, photo frames, coin purses, etc.   

Dress Requirements: Athletic shoes, shoes tied, which ensures the SAFETY of the children.  Children must have proper support around the foot and ankle to eliminate any type of injuries.

LATEST NEWS: 

Kindergarten, 1st Graders, and 2nd Graders are gaining "nutritious" knowledge through the "EATING RIGHT AROUND THE CLOCK" curriculum.  They are journaling by drawing pictures all foods eaten at breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack.  Also, they are instructed on how important it is to eat a well balanced diet each and every day, as well as exercising about 30 minutes a day.   We allow them to set a daily goal in choosing a healthy snack and taking the initiative in being physically active (ride bike, roller skate, play basketball) while at home.

J. Wallace James is planning to create a team for KOMEN RACE for the CURE.  Further details will be posted in December.

Order your STARBLAZER SPIRIT SHIRT today.  You can contact the PE Department for more information.

Because of such wonderful parental support, we have built our RUNNING/WALKING TRACK. WOW!! We wish to thank parents, faculty, and staff for such great support.

We have lots of fun and exciting activities planned for the year, which include playground games, fire safety games, volleyball, basketball, square dance, rhythm sticks, parachute games, kickball, drug awareness games, nutrition games, track and field, water safety, dental health, soccer.

UPCOMING FUNDRAISERS FOR THIS SCHOOL YEAR: Skate-a-thon and Field Day... more information to follow.

Our STARBLAZER RUNNING PROGRAM will begin within the next 2 months.  Students are encouraged to power walk and jog for the duration of the running session.  What an excellent way to KEEP IN SHAPE!!!! And, HOW AWESOME IT IS TO RUN AND "GET IN SHAPE" ON OUR NEW TRACK... YA-HOO!!!

Lastly, click on "my favorite links" to learn more about nutrition and exercise. It's so important to maintain healthy eating habits and being physically active.  Nutrition and exercise improve overall fitness, activity, and the quality of life. LET'S HAVE AN ENERGETIC, FIT-TASTIC YEAR!!!:)


Please email at asverret@lpssonline.com if you have any questions, or call the school at 234-0461.

April Judice, Health & Physical Education Teacher