Mr. Bauer's Physical Education Page

Mr. Bauer's Physical Education Page

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My Info:Master of Arts in Teaching in Physical Education from the University of South Carolina, 7 years teaching experience.

Alden Bauer

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Welcome to Physical Education at Hilton Head Elementary-Scholar Academy.Our program focuses on the four fundamental areas of Physical Education: Locomotor Skills, Body Management, Rhythm and Dance, and Educational Games
My Philosophy of Education- The goal of Physical Education should be to instill positive attitudes and behaviors for a lifetime commitment to joyful physical activity and good health.
Benefits of Physical Activity: There are a number of great benefits of physical activity. Improved appearance, improved body image, improved self-control, more enjoyment of life, improved health, increased muscular strength and endurance,increased level of energy, improved physical performance, increased success in your school work or job, helps cope with stress, sleep better,and increased life expectancy. For example, participating in an activity such as jogging, cycling, rope jumping, swimming, dancing, etc. for 30 minutes 2-3 times a week can greatly improve cardiovasular fitness.
2003-2004 PE Curriculum- The PE Curriculum will focus on Physical Fitness, Locomotor Skills, Educational Dance, Educational Gymnastics, and Educational Sports. In addition we will concentrate on affective objectives such as sportsmanship, courtesy, and responsibility and cognitive objectives such as knowledge of rules, strategies, and principles. The curriculum will consist of developmentally appropriate activities, assessment, and enhancement of the student's physical fitness levels.

Units for August and September
Grades K-2 Space Awareness, Locomotor Skills, Cooperative Games
Grades 3-5- Cooperative Games and Frisbee skills
Special Events-
Jump Rope for Heart in February.
Field Day in May.
Home Physical Activity Sheets- Given at beginning of school. When students complete an activity sheet they will receive a prize and have their name displayed on the wall. The top 15 at the end of the year receive a pizza party.
Swimming Unit For Grades 3-5 For the 2003-2004 school year we will be starting our swimming unit in the spring this year. That means the kids will get to swim with the dome down. I will send you more information in March

Rules of the Gym
1. Gym shoes are required
2. Quiet when entering and leaving
3. No gum or candy in the mouth.
4. Careful when in motion.
5. When the whistle blows stop and listen.
6. Play by the rules.

Tips for helping your child learn to dribble a soccer ball.
1. Eyes up- The ball should be directly below the head, feet shoulder width apart, knees bent and eyes up.
2. Tap- perform a short series of taps with the inside, outside, or instep of the foot, not the toe. Use the nondominant foot when appropriate.
3. Go- the ball should be directly below the head on the ground as the ball is contacted, eyes looking forward. Keep the ball within two to four feet while dribbling. The dribble must be done faster than a walk.