Southridge Elementary

 

Focusing on wellness, exercise, games and lifetime sports,

students can learn new and fun ways to stay physically fit.

Contact Information

keirseyd@lisd.net

Conference Time - 7:45-8:30

Check out this video 23 and 1/2 Hours!!

This is a great explanation of why 

exercise is so important.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUaInS6HIGo&index=1&list=PL4624AAA69AB50BFE

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General P.E. Info

Be Prepared!

All students must wear appropriate clothing and TENNIS SHOES for class. Students wearing the wrong shoes or clothing that restricts movement or a dress with no shorts on underneath may have an alternate activity to do during class. They will also lose points on their report card grade. 

Fitnessgram

This is a state mandated health fitness test for grades 3rd-5th. This test helps determine the student’s fitness levels based on what is optimal for good health. The test will measure aerobic endurance, flexibility, and muscle strength.  Results will be sent home at the end of the test.  

Injured/Sick?

If your child is injured or sick, please send a note explaining what they can and can’t do. Thank you for your help to keep your child safe and well. 

Grading Policy 

 Please remember that an “M” means your child is right where they need to be.

E= Exceeds Expectations

-Follows directions the first time asked

-Is respectful to others and equipment

-Always prepared for class (Tennis Shoes, Proper Clothing)    

-Shows good sportsmanship   

-Shows excellence in all areas.                                                                                                 

M=Meets Expectations

-Has little difficulty following directions

 -Is respectful of others and equipment.

-Accomplishes all set objectives.

-Prepared for class

S= Still Developing

-Has a hard time following directions.

-Performs at a reasonable level.

-Sometimes respects others.

-Trying to acquire more skills to meet expectations.

N=Needs Improvement

-Has difficulty following directions.

-Performance below average.

-Does not respect others and equipment.

-Needs more development.

P.E. Activities and Incentives

Turkey Trot and Coat Drive

The Friday before Thanksgiving break, we will have our annual run and coat drive. 

You can donate a new or gently used coat for families in need.

Field Day

Friday

MVP Award

Every class period two students will receive the MVP award. These are students who 

followed all the rules, tried their best, and had good sportsmanship.

FUEL UP TO PLAY 60

Help our school be a healthy one by signing the pledge to

eat healthy and get 60 minutes of activity a day.

Go to the website to sign-up for free! 

Fuel Up to Play 60

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UPCOMING EVENTS: 

Fuel Up to PLAY 60 - ALL YEAR!!! Kick-off in October!!

21 DAY CHALLENGE - 

Sign-up Begins in October

CHALLENGE to eat healthy snacks after school

Don't forget to do the FINAL SURVEY in November!!!! 

Fitnessgram Testing Begins - March-April

ANNUAL TURKEY TROT/COAT DRIVE - FRIDAY, November 

Kids Heart Challenge (formerly JUMP ROPE FOR HEART) - Feb 1st-19th

FIELD DAY - Friday,