Art w/ Mr. Ryan
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www.willowwindschoolart.
Music w/ Ms. Katherine
katherinea@willowwind.org
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Espanol w/ Ms. Ximena
ximenac@willowwind.orgThe Cottontails started January with a review about colors, numbers and Greetings. The kids have enjoyed playing, singing and dancing. Also, we reviewed numbers and colors with a bingo game. Last week we started the unit “animals” and in this unit they are learning the names of pets and farm animals in Spanish. I tried to mix the class with songs, games, fun activities and books. Few weeks ago, I started reading Spanish books to them as “La semana de Cookie” (It is about a cat), Un pato en Bicicleta (about a duck) and ¡Besos, No por favor! (It is about a dog). This month, we are going to continue with the Unit “ The months of the year” adding the “Saint Valentine’s Day” as a cultural topic.
Phy Ed w/ Ms. Susan
susant@willowwind.org
Since young children have a natural enthusiasm for movement, it is my goal as physical education teacher to have this natural enthusiasm become an educated enthusiasm for movement that will last a lifetime. I accomplish this goal by providing engaging, meaningful and enjoyable movement experiences that teach children to become physically educated persons as described by the National Association of Sport and Physical Education.
My teaching experiences at the preschool level
and elementary school level have enabled me to become knowledgeable on child
development. My developmentally age appropriate lessons enrich learning
in all domains and include a variety of teaching strategies and adaptations to
meet the needs of the diverse learner. I provide my students with
opportunities to take ownership of their learning by allowing them to choose
their own method to accomplish the learning outcome. As a teacher of a
performance class, I am sensitive to my students' concerns, and create a
risk-free environment where strengths are celebrated and challenges addressed.
Healthy competition is presented in the form of a "challenge"
where students are invited to challenge themselves by setting goals. Effort is
highly valued in my class as is communication and cooperation. I respect
and understand the differences in children and never lose sight that first, I
teach children and second, I teach physical education. I develop a
relationship with my students based on respect, compassion and cooperation. I
feel a personal and professional responsibility to all of my students.
Children learn best by example and from patterns
of behavior within the family. Recent studies indicate that parental
exercise habits and the time spent with their children in physically active
pursuits are the main factors that influence children’s participation in
physical activity. By making fitness a regular part of life during
childhood, the fit child should become and remain the fit adult.
1. Improved appearance
2. Improved alertness and improved school performance
3. Increased efficiency of the heart and lungs
4. Increased muscular strength and endurance
5. Improved ability to handle stress
6. Possible delay in aging process
7. Maintenance of proper body weight
8. Improved confidence and self-esteem
9. Fewer sleep problems
10. Improved quality of life by minimizing the risk of disease and
disability
11. Early development of good posture
12. Greater efficiency in performing motor tasks and sport skills
13. Establishment of fitness as a lifetime interest
Clothing for Participation in Physical Education Class:
Physical education class takes place both indoors and outdoors
during the school year. Students are encouraged to wear clothing adaptable to
these conditions. Recommended clothing for participation includes comfortable clothing that allow students to move freely during
activity. An additional layer of clothing for outdoor activities. Recommended footwear includes gym shoes that tie or Velcro and provide good support and
traction. Socks should be worn with gym shoes on all gym days.
Classroom Expectations
1. Wear appropriate clothing and gym shoes
2. Walk in and out of the building quietly
3. Be silent and listen when the teacher is speaking
4. Follow directions
5. Use equipment with permission only
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