Please join us for our group endurance run: Wednesday, March 30th at East side outdoor track - required age anyone between 6-17yrs old.
arrive at 12:45 to warm up and the races will begin at 1pm. The requirements are as follows: 6-7 yrs run 1/4 mile (one time around track)
8-9yrs run 1/2 mile (two times around track) 10yrs and up run 1 mile (four times around track)
The endurance run is the only event the children must do outside of co-op. to qualify for an award through the Presidential Physical Fitness program. If you are unable to attend our group run you must time your child on your own and turn in their running/walking time to a PE teacher by Wed. March 30, 2011.
Physical Fitness testing during all PE classes on Friday, April 1, 2011. any older children who do not have a PE class and want to test may do so either before co-op classes begin or during 1st, 2nd and 4th hour PE classes. (required ages are for anyone between 6-17yrs old)
- please remember to wear gym shoes, and comfortable clothes (i.e. shorts, sweats)
Why do we want to keep our children physically fit? Children who are physically active and eat correctly grow into healthier and more active adults! Building active habits now will help the children keep these habits into adulthood. If you are physically fit you have energy and strength to perform daily activities without getting tired. It also improves you mental health and your ability to
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