How can students be successful in Physical Education?

Posted on August 31st, 2011 by

Physical education is more than simply “gym,” and definitely more than “recess.”  There is a reason why the word “education” is placed in there.  As physical educators, we intend to help students learn why being physically active is an important part of their lives.  We also want them to learn to become advocates for healthy lifestyles.  If we instill this into them at a young age, hopefully they will enjoy physical activity and make it an important part of their daily lives whether it be joining a football team or simply walking their family dog.

In class, we expect students to put their best foot forward as they would in any other class.  Not only will we learn about how to maintain a healthy lifestyle, but we will also incorporate core content areas into our activities (i.e. math, reading, etc.).

In order for students to be successful, we have a very simple criteria.  Students can earn up to ten points each time they come to physical education.  Two points will be awarded for each of the following categories:

  • Coming prepared for class (i.e. wearing sneakers and appropriate clothing)
  • Listening and following directions
  • Participation
  • Sportsmanship
  • Attendance

If your student can meet this criteria, he/she will definitely be successful in PE!

 

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Extra Sneakers!

Posted on November 12th, 2008 by

If you have any children’s sneakers at home that no longer fit your child, please contact Mrs. Ringler!  I have a “Sneaker Bin” for those students who forget to bring sneakers to school on Physical Education days and would like to continue adding to it.  Ultimately, I would like to have everyone be responsible and bring their sneakers (preparedness is a part of the students’ grade), but in the event students do forget their sneakers I have a few sizes available to borrow during Physical Education.

Therefore, if you have any sneakers you’re thinking of getting rid of, please think of sending them in to the Carrie Downie Physical Education Department.

Keep in mind, students who borrow sneakers will receive points for participation, but will still lose points for not coming prepared for class.

Thank you in advance for your support!

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Welcome to Physical Education at Carrie Downie Elementary!

Posted on October 13th, 2008 by

Welcome to the 2011-2012 school year at Carrie Downie Elementary!

My name is Melissa Ringler, and I am one of the Physical Education teachers here at Carrie Downie.  Some of you may remember me as Ms. Sage, but on September 25th, 2009, I took a leap and got married.  The students and I are still adjusting to my new name, so if you hear either Ms. Sage or Mrs. Ringler, you’ll know who they are talking about!

Joining me this year in the Physical Education Department is Mrs. Kristen Grabowski who will be teaching at Carrie Downie on Wednesdays and Thursdays.  I am certain she will bring some new and exciting activities to our school!

This year is going to be filled with fun activities and a lot of learning!  We will learn and discuss nutrition information, muscles in the body, health related components of fitness, and much more!

One of my main goals this year is to teach the children to become advocates for lifelong fitness/healthy lifestyles.  You can help!  Ask them about what they are learning!  Encourage them to share this information with you and with others!  It is important children understand what Physical Education is, as well as why it is important!

Students are already aware of what is expected of them.  Each student should be working hard to meet the Delaware Standards for Physical Education, which can be found on this site under the “Page” category.

Please help students learn their PE schedule (which can also be found on this site) so they can remember to bring sneakers and get as much activity time as possible.

I will be updating this site with different events I have going on, so please feel free to get involved!  If you have any questions, please feel free to call or e-mail any time!

Thank you!

Melissa Ringler

Physical Education Teacher

Carrie Downie Elementary

mringler@colonial.k12.de.us

(302) 323-2926 ext. 2292

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