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Physical Education

PHILOSOPHY

The Physical Education philosophy is an outgrowth of the overall philosophy of the Bernard's Township School system. Based on the educational principle that the mind and body are one, and we are responsible for educating the whole child, the Bernard's Township Physical Education program supports the following beliefs:

-Physical education is unique in that it educates through the physical in order to reach it's objectives.

-Physical education should help students develop physical fitness, neuromuscular skills, a body of knowledge relative to physical activity and positive attitudes and behaviors.

-The body grows and functions best when proper exercise is part of the daily routine.

-Although physical education, intramural and interscholastic athletics often include the same or similar activities, their program objectives are quite different. None of these programs should be substituted for the other.

-Physical education is not just a collection of activities but a well organized, sequenced program which is designed to meet specific objectives.

-The ultimate test of success of the physical education program lies in the life-style of our graduates. Graduates of a successful program maintain a desirable level of physical fitness, understand the effects of exercise on the human body, are aware of the benefits of a physically active life style, and exhibit positive behaviors and attitudes both as a spectator and a participant.

-Physical education should foster the enjoyment of play and activity which will ultimately result in students continuing activity throughout their life.

-Physical education should, whenever possible, be coordinated with other curricular areas (i.e. health, social studies, science, music, etc.).

Goals for the Bernards Township Physical Education Program

To develop and maintain a healthy level of physical fitness.

To develop a variety of neuro-muscular skills

To develop a functional knowledge and understanding of physical education.

To develop positive attitudes and behaviors


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