Corey Elementary School
5200 Kelly Elliott Road
Arlington, Texas 76017
682-867-3900 Welcome to the 2008-09 School Year
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The Corey Physical Education Department incorporates the basic learned achievement of multiple skills
into a balanced curriculum that covers:
· Learning to appreciate the benefits of physical activity
· Acknowledges and appreciates diversity
· Being able to perform basic motor and psychomotor skills
· Learning self-management skills
· Cooperation, fair play and responsible participation in physical activity
· Participating in physical activity at school and in the community
The development of personal health and fitness habits are encouraged as students begin focusing on
concepts of human wellness, lifetime activity and personal habits.
Teacher Conference 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
Second Grade P.E. 9:15 AM - 10:05 AM
First Grade P.E. 10:10 AM - 11:00 AM
Third Grade P.E. 11:05 AM - 11:55 AM
Teacher Lunch 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Fourth Grade P.E. 12:30 PM - 1:20 PM
Fifth Grade P.E. 1:25 PM - 2:15 PM
Sixth Grade P.E. 2:20 PM - 3:10 PM
________________________________________________ Corey Running Club
All students participating in physical education class at Corey are part of the Corey Running Club. At various times throughout the school year, students jog during P.E. class time for 15 minutes to earn laps on their “Miler Card” (index card with their name on it). Six laps equal one mile. As the laps are totaled, the students can earn the rewards listed below:
18 laps= 3 mile club - wristband
30 laps= 5 mile club - pencil
60 laps= 10 mile club - button
90 laps= 15 mile club - bumper stickers
120 laps= 20 mile club - zipper pull
Extra credit can be earned on the miler day card by participating in fun runs during the school year. A note signed by a parent or guardian stating the name of the running event and the amount of miles run will earn the bonus laps on the card. ________________________________________________ Upcoming Events:_______________
Celebration of Freedom Run Date: October 25. 2008 Money and entry forms due back by Oct. 2nd
Sponsored by the Arlington Council of PTAs
Support the Corey Running Club!
Parents, family, and friends join the Corey Running Team _______________________________________________
Parents, family, and friends join us at this event
Each October, millions of children, parents, teachers and community leaders across the globe walk to school to celebrate International Walk to School Day. It is an energizing event, reminding parents and children alike of the simple joy of walking to school. It also serves as an opportunity to focus on the importance of physical activity, safety, air quality and walking in the community.
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Fall Aerobics with Music & Art
October 31, 2008, Friday
The Physical Education Department proudly presents
P.E./Music/Art performances in Grades 1, 2, 3, & 4.
Time to be posted soon!
Parents are invited to attend and participate!
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Elk's National Hoop Shoot Contest http://www.elks.org/hoopshoot/default.cfm Contest is during the month of November during student's p.e. class time Start practicing those free throws today!
The Elk's "Hoop Shoot" Free Throw Contest is the largest and most visible of the many youth activities sponsored by the Elk's Lodge. Youngsters participate and advance through local, district, state, and regional competition; and six national champions are named - one boy and one girl - in each of three categories: ages 8-9, 10-11, and 12-13. Parents accompany contestants throughout the competition. The parents of the finalist at the state, regional and national levels attend the competitions as guests of the Elks. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Cowtown Run http://www.cowtownmarathon.org/
Fort Worth, Texas
February 2009 Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the race. Parents, family, and friends join the Corey Running Team at this event --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Fort Worth Zoo Run http://www.fortworthzoo.com/ Date: April - TBA
Parents, family, and friends join the Corey Running Team at this event
at the Fort Worth Zoo Run.
Join the fun... run or walk through the zoo with us! Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the race.
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If you are reading the P.E. Web site,
Mrs. Barnes wants to hear from you!
Email me at cbarnes1@aisd.net
or...
tell me in P.E. class!
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American Heart Association
Jump Rope for Heart http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=2360
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Corey Elementary Turkey Trot
Fun Run- 2008 Date: TBA -November 2008
All 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders will participate in the annual Corey Turkey Trot during P.E. class. Students compete in a 1/2 mile run.
Students in grades 4,5, & 6 participate on a voluntary basis in the Fun Run. Each student runs one mile. There will be one boy and one girl winner in each grade level.
All students that participate receive a participation certificate and the winners in grades 1-3 receive a stuffed animal turkey, while the winners in grades 4-6 receive a frozen turkey!
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FIELD DAYS -
Date: April/May To Be Announced - Details Later
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6th-Grade Cluster Track Meet
Date: April/May 2009
Martin High School Track
Parents invited to attend!
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National Physical Fitness & Sports Month is May ACES - All Children Exercising Simultaneously
2009
We all know that regular physical activity is essential for a lifetime of good health. In an effort to inspire children to have fun establishing healthy activity habits, we will be participating in the VERB Make-It-Up
program. VERB is a campaign designed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to increase and maintain physical activity among multicultural children ages 9-13. VERB Make-It-Up is one in a series of VERB programs and initiatives designed to inspire kids to have fun getting and staying active.
The VERB Make-It-Up program is designed to supplement your children's core p.e. lessons.
To implement the program, we and your child need help from you.
Here's what you can do:
* Talk with your child about his/her current physical activities, suggest new
ones he/she might like, and try a new activity with them.
* Support your child's efforts by driving him/her to before-or-after-school events,
by organizing those events or by volunteering to be a coach.
* Make an effort to join your child in his/her physical activities.
* Create an activity that includes your child's favorite sports or
games and give it a try. Let your child make up the rules.
We recognize the role regular physical activity plays in the health, welfare, and development of children. Please join us in encouraging your child to have fun getting and staying active.
EVERY DAY IS GAME DAY SO GET OUT THERE AND GO PLAY! ___________________________________________________
Corey Elementary School
Physical Education Department
1. CLOTHING – Students need to wear comfortable clothing, suitable for active play. Students should wear athletic shoes for support and comfort. Sandals are not considered a safe shoe for participation.
2. PARTICIPATION – All students will be expected to participate in the physical education activities each day unless excused with a note from a parent or guardian. The note should be dated and should specify the reason for the request. After three days, it is a district policy that the student has a doctor’s recommendation to be excused from participation. If your child has asthma or any other medical condition that may require special consideration, please let us know his/her limitations in regard to physical activity. We will keep that information on file
and excuse the child according to the individual limitations, when necessary.
3. GRADING –Grading will be on mastery of the TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Physical Education).
Any grade lower than an “S” (Satisfactory) will indicate a problem in one or more of these areas and parental support to correct the problem would be greatly appreciated.
4. TESTING – Each student in grades 3, 4, 5, and 6 will take the FITNESS GRAM physical fitness test. The FITNESS GRAM is designed to evaluate and educate each student about the status of his or her physical fitness. A fitness report card will go home with students in the month of May. Award certificates will be given to those who meet all four standards of the test. Please help us as we encourage your student to develop good fitness habits.
5. CONFERENCE TIME – Miss Livingston and Mrs. Barnes will be available for conferences from 8:30 AM - 9:10 AM each day. Please call the main office, 862-867-3900, to setup an appointment. Mrs. Barnes' email: cbarnes1@aisd.net Miss Livingston's email: mlivings@aisd.net
Corey Elementary School – Physical Education Discipline Plan
In order to guarantee your child and all the students in physical education class the educational climate they deserve, a discipline plan will be in effect at all times.
WORK AND STUDY HABITS
1. Listens carefully and follows directions
2. Stays on assigned tasks
3. Works independently
4. Works with a group
5. Organizes work
6. Works neatly and carefully
7. Has school supplies
8. Completes class work on time
PERSONAL BEHAVIOR
1. Shows respect for authority
2. Shows respect for peers
3. Shows respect for property
4. Is quiet at appropriate times
5. Accepts responsibility
6. Participates in class activities
7. Exhibits acceptable behavior throughout school day
If a student breaks a rule, the following consequences will occur in a six-weeks
period:
First time: Name recorded in discipline book*
Second time: Name recorded in discipline book, note sent home to parent, and citizenship grade
lowered to “S." *
Third time: Name recorded in discipline book, note sent home to parent, and citizenship lowered
to “N." *
Fourth Time: Name recorded in discipline book, note sent home to parent, and citizenship lowered
to “U." *
*A student may be asked to sit out of an activity due to a discipline problem.
Severe Clause: Students will be sent to the office for fighting, disobeying the teacher, or interrupting the teaching/learning process.
The following incentives will be used for students who behave appropriately: Stickers, certificates, P.E. treasure chest rewards, and outstanding student awards.
Welcome to the 2008-09 
