Buckalew Elementary Physical Education
Home Field Day Calendar Fitnessgram Special Events Links	Educational Philosophy of Physical Education Physical Education is an area of education, which plays an integral role in the school curriculum.  A well-rounded physical education program should contribute to the physical, mental, moral, social, and emotional growth of individual students.  Significant research studies show a positive correlation between the development of physical skills and the ability to achieve in academics. A balanced K-6 program of regular physical education classes helps to provide avenues for the progression of skill development of each individual.  A primary goal of physical education is to teach every child from the physically gifted to the physically challenged how and why they should keep themselves healthy and fit throughout their lifetime.  Physical Education should provide learning experiences, which are developmentally appropriate that will teach children how to be physically active in ways that increase physical competence; self esteem and joy throughout their lifetime. Mission Statement Our mission statement in elementary health fitness is to provide students with the essential knowledge and skills of movement, health and beginning wellness concepts so that students may make decisions concerning their health and physical well-being.  Physical Education is the same as all other disciplines.  Students need a solid foundation to learn from.  While this foundation is being formed, positive attitudes toward activity need to be formed.  When our students leave Buckalew they will be ready to continue learning for a lifetime of fitness and at the same have a solid skill base to successfully participate and compete in sports later in their school years.