lunes, 29 de noviembre de 2010

P.E. CLASS THIS WEEK

TIP OF THE WEEK

WATERMELON
Scientific Name: Citrullus Vulgaris
Biological Background: The fruit of an annual vine belonging to the squash and melon family. Watermelon originated in Africa and has been cultivated since ancient times in the Mediterranean region, Egypt and India.
Nutritional Information: One slice of watermelon (480 g) contains 152 calories, 3 g protein, 34.6 g carbohydrates, 2.4 g fiber, 560 mg potassium, 176 mg vitamin A (RE), 47 mg vitamin C, 0.3 mg thiamin, 0.1 mg riboflavin, and 0.96 mg niacin.

Pharmacological Activity: Watermelon is rich in lycopene, glutathione and vitamin C. It has great activity against cancers and some antibacterial, anticoagulant activity.
Eating Tips: Choose watermelon with a deep red color.

P.E. Class this week

PK
We are having a lot of fun with prekinder as we are learning to do warm up’s and exercises that they can do if they follow instructions; such as follow the leader game, and boys and girls races.

Kinder
We still developing gross motor skills by playing the scorpion game and running some obstacles races.

1st
We are still developing some volleyball pre-sport activities, by doing volleys in pairs with the official size ball.

2nd
We are going to do volleys in pairs and threes with a volley ball, these activities will lead to the development of volleyball pre-sport activities.

3rd
We continue developing teamwork activities, by working on volley activities in pairs and circles to develop volleyball pre-sport activities.

4th
We are developing teamwork by doing volley games in pairs, circles, and teams to develop volleyball pre-sport activities.

5th
We are playing volleyball games using volley balls and observing some of the official rules.

domingo, 21 de noviembre de 2010

P.E.CLASS

P. E. THIS WEEK, NOVEMBER 22 TO NOVEMBER 24

TIP OF THE WEEK

Super Fruits and Vegetables Guide
You know you are supposed to eat more fruits and vegetables. But which kinds?
Fruits and Vegetables are all-stars. Not only are they low in calories and high in fiber, they contains unique phytochemicals, or antioxidants, that boost your health. It's important to eat a wide variety of colorful fruits and vegetables every day to reap the health benefits. That's because each color contains different sets of phytochemicals that provide different health benefits.

Super Fruits and Vegetables to Add to Your Diet

• Super Red: Pink grapefruit, red bell peppers, tomatoes, and watermelon

Lycopene shows promise in fighting lung and prostate cancers. Lycopene is
actually more available after cooking or processing so don't ignore canned
tomato paste!

• Super Purple: Concord grapes, blueberries and prunes

The anthocyanins that give these fruits their distinctive colors may help ward
off heart disease by preventing clot formation. They may also help lower risk
of cancer.

• Super Green: Spinach, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, collard greens and bok choy

Lutein appears to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke as well as guard
against age-related macular degeneration. Dark green leafy vegetables are
usually high in folate, a B vitamin that shows promising results in preventing
heart diseases. In addition, Sulforaphane, a photochemical present in
cruciferous vegetables, was found to detoxify cancer-causing chemicals before
they do damage the body.

• Super Orange: Carrots, mango, pumpkin and oranges

The beta carotenes in these orange super fruits and vegetables may prevent
cancer, particularly of the lung, esophagus and stomach. They may also reduce
risk of heart disease and improve immune function.

• Super White: Cauliflower, mushrooms, banana and onions

These contain anthoxanthins and allicin, which can help lower blood pressure
and protect against stomach cancer.

P.E. CLASS
We will continue developing the proposed activities from last week.

PK
We are working to develop gross motor skills by playing with the ball, hopping, and performing circles with the arms and legs.

Kinder
This week, we will continue to develop gross motor skills by going on an imaginary journey to a big city; such as, New York, going inside a tall building, like the Empire State Building, and going up to the top by stairs.

1st
We continue to work on volleyball pre-sports activities; such as, ball parachutes (using different size balls) and octopus parachutes.

2nd
This week, we continue to develop teamwork activities; such as, ball parachutes (using different size balls) and octopus parachutes that will lead to the development of volleyball pre-sport activities.

3rd
We continue developing teamwork activities, and performing games to develop the volleyball pre-sport activities.

4th
This week, we will practice teamwork activities to develop motor skills; such as, parachutes games, as well as the development of activities for volleyball pre-sports.

5th
This week, we will develop teamwork activities: such as parachute games, and practicing volleyball games with different types of balls used as pre-sports activities.

SECONDARY
This week, we will continue to strengthen volleyball drills; such as, the lob, the reception, and the serve. Also, we are going to begin a review of individuals to see if they have learned these items.

In grades 9- 11, we will introduce the kids to the offensives systems; such as, 4-2 and 5-1, which are used in volleyball.

TAKE A LOOK AT THE FOOTBALL TEAMS



- This is our third week of our football team’s practices.
- Football practicing this week will be only on Tuesday due to Thanksgiving holiday.




lunes, 15 de noviembre de 2010

P.E. CLASS

TIP OF THE WEEK
Strawberry nutrition facts
There’s more to strawberries than red, small, plump berries. Every bite you take from this fruit is loaded with vitamins, minerals and a number of strawberry nutrition facts.
Not one fruit has its seeds outside except strawberries giving you an idea that what lies in the inside is a yummy and juicy treat. Get to know more of this wonder fruit and you will be surprised what you will find in every strawberry bite.
Did you know that strawberries are not really fruits or berries? Instead, they are the enlarged particles of a flower that came from the rose family.
Considered as the most popular berry in the world, they were first cultivated in Rome and were regarded as a major fruit because of its high Vitamin C content. In France, they are considered as aphrodisiacs. Well, that is really one of the most interesting strawberry nutrition facts not known to many.
Strawberry nutrition facts
In one of the many strawberry nutrition facts, this fruit has been among the top 20 in terms of antioxidants capacity because of its high level polyphenol content. It is an excellent source of manganese and potassium.
A serving of eight strawberries can provide you with more vitamin C than an orange. Strawberries are sodium free, fat free and cholesterol free. You can eat more than enough without risk or any side effects.
Because of its high antioxidant content, strawberries can be helpful in preventing vision defects. The potassium and manganese content in the fruit helps maintain the right ocular pressure. Quite remarkably, the daily intake of strawberry is believed to reduce the growth of cancerous cells in the body.
One of the unique strawberry nutrition facts you have to be aware of is the ability of strawberries to detoxify the body naturally. As detoxifiers, strawberries effectively push away all our health hazards most especially those in our joints.
The degeneration of muscles and tissues dries up the fluid which helps us move thereby allowing for toxic substance to accumulate. As a result, arthritis sets in. We can fight this off by eating antioxidant-rich fruits such as strawberries.
Free radicals are agents responsible for aging. They have adverse effects on our nervous system as they give way to the degeneration of our brain tissues making our nerves to grow weaker.
Well, if you do not want this to happen, take in as much of vitamin C and antioxidants such as strawberries. They act as neutralizers and rejuvenate the nervous system. They are rich in iodine which aids in the proper functioning of the brain as well.
Strawberries have folate content which is needed during pregnancy. Eating a handful of servings daily will help lower the risk of birth defects among mothers. They keep you away from infections and cold because of its Vitamin content.
These are just some of the strawberry nutrition facts that you should know. The next time you buy fruits at the supermarket, consider the many health benefits strawberries can give you and your family. Bear in mind that they are not only good to look at but are also packed with healthy nutrients.

P.E. class this week, November 15-18
PK
We are working to develop gross motor skills by playing with the ball, hopping, and performing circles with the arms and legs.

Kinder
This week, we will continue to develop gross motor skills by going on an imaginary journey to a big city; such as, New York, going inside a tall building, like the Empire State Building, and going up to the top by stairs.

1st
We continue to work on volleyball pre-sports activities; such as, ball parachutes (using different size balls) and octopus parachutes.

2nd
This week, we continue to develop teamwork activities; such as, ball parachutes (using different size balls) and octopus parachutes that will lead to the development of volleyball pre-sport activities.




3rd
We continue developing teamwork activities, and performing games to develop the volleyball pre-sport activities.

4th
This week, we will practice teamwork activities to develop motor skills; such as, parachutes games, as well as the development of activities for volleyball pre-sports.

5th
This week, we will develop teamwork activities: such as parachute games, and practicing volleyball games with different types of balls used as pre-sports activities.

SECONDARY
This week, we will continue to strengthen volleyball drills; such as, the lob, the reception, and the serve. Also, we are going to begin a review of individuals to see if they have learned these items.

In grades 9- 11, we will introduce the kids to the offensives systems; such as, 4-2 and 5-1, which are used in volleyball.

- This is our second week of our football team’s practices. We will be communicating a schedule of all games that will take place soon.

domingo, 7 de noviembre de 2010

P.E. CLASS THIS WEEK, NOVEMBRE 8-12

Top 10 Nutrition and Fitness Tips
Tips and hints to get you fit and healthy

6. Buy a pedometer. A pedometer keeps track of how many steps you take daily. Wear it every day, around home, work, and while exercising. Your National Body Challenge goal is to increase your steps by 10,000 or more daily! Remember this: You'll burn roughly 100 to 125 calories by taking 2,500 steps (about one mile). The goal during the challenge is to burn 300 extra calories and to eat roughly 200 calories less in a day. This 500-calorie deficit is equivalent to one pound of body fat per week and a healthy boost to your self-esteem.

7. Don't skip breakfast. Research shows that the most successful "losers" never skip it. Try to keep it balanced with some protein, a healthy carb, and a small amount of fat. Here are some examples: an egg-white omelet with fresh berries and a piece of whole-wheat toast, or a skim milk shake with fruit and yogurt.

8. Nix the late-night eating. If you eat a lot of excess calories after 8 p.m., you wear them the next morning. Put a stop to this by making sure you have a healthy dinner consisting of lean protein, veggies, and fruit.

9. Eliminate processed sugars. Processed sugars are carbs that have been stripped of their valuable nutrients. How can you identify these sugars? They are all white: table sugar, pasta, rice, and bread, and they're nothing but trouble, since they kick up your appetite for more of the same.

10. Have a mid-afternoon snack. This will curb your appetite and provide fuel for your after-work walk or workout at the gym. Some great snack ideas include: reduced-fat peanut butter on a multi-grain cracker, a couple of pieces of low-fat string cheese and an apple, cottage cheese with pineapple, or try a low-fat cheese microwaved in a whole-wheat pita.

P.E. class the week of November 8-12.

PK
We still strengthen the vocabulary that is learn in the classroom; such as, foot, arm, leg, eyes, nose, mouth, knee, elbow, head, neck, hands, and fingers.

Kinder
This week, we will continue to develop gross motor skills by going on an imaginary journey to the mountains of Honduras.

1st
We continue to work on volleyball pre-sports activities; such as, parachutes, volleyball, and races with the ball hop.

2nd
This week, we continue to develop teamwork activities; such as, parachute games that will lead to the development of volleyball pre-sport activities.

3rd
We remain developing teamwork activities, and performing games to develop the volleyball pre-sport activities.

4th
This week we will practice teamwork activities to develop motor skills; such as, ball hop racing, as well as the development of activities for volleyball pre-sports.

5th
This week, we will develop teamwork activities and start practicing the volley in volleyball pre-sports activities.

SECONDARY
This week, we will continue to strengthen volleyball drills; such as the lob, the reception, and the serve. Also, we are going to begin a review of individuals to see if they have learned these items.

In grades 9- 11, we will introduce the kids to the offensives systems; such as, 4-2 and 5-1, which are used in volleyball.

- Seems incredible, but it is real; finally, this week, our football teams are going to start practices. We will be communicating a schedule of all games that will take place soon.