Happy Wednesday Wildcats!
This week and last week we are jumping like crazy :) We had the Ropebusters here at Wilson on Monday after Thanksgiving break. The Ropebusters are a group of about 75 elementary and middle school students who work diligently to perfect and perform a variety of long and short jump rope skills. They came over to Wilson two days this week for workshops during PE classes and a performance. They travel all over Oregon helping students learn jump rope skills, so that students have another tool to become more heart-healthy!
Ropebusters performing at Wilson...
This is such a great and unique opportunity we have here at Wilson! Students worked in groups of two or three with a Ropebuster. The primary grades focused mainly on long jump rope, while the intermediate grades worked on short jump rope skills and tricks. Wildcats, you did AWESOME!
Jump rope is a great activity for the winter months - no outdoor gear required and minimal space needed! It is a great cardio workout, and there are so many tricks to learn!
Have a great rest of your week!
Miss Stone
Wednesday, December 5, 2018
Friday, November 16, 2018
FORE!!!
Happy Friday Wildcats!
We tried something completely new to all of us this week in PE. Golf! Trysting Tree Golf Club purchased a children's golf curriculum to circulate around to all of the elementary schools in the district, in order to introduce students to a sport which many of them have not experienced. This unit created quite the learning curve for our students!
The first lesson we worked on putting, and the second lesson we tried our hand at a basic stroke with a driver. The equipment is adapted for children, to make their opportunity for success much greater. We had a great time if nothing else :)
Trysting Tree is also offering $5 rounds of golf to our elementary students - take advantage of that great deal! They will also set you up with some kids clubs to use for free.
Thanks for checking in!
Miss Stone
We tried something completely new to all of us this week in PE. Golf! Trysting Tree Golf Club purchased a children's golf curriculum to circulate around to all of the elementary schools in the district, in order to introduce students to a sport which many of them have not experienced. This unit created quite the learning curve for our students!
The first lesson we worked on putting, and the second lesson we tried our hand at a basic stroke with a driver. The equipment is adapted for children, to make their opportunity for success much greater. We had a great time if nothing else :)
Trysting Tree is also offering $5 rounds of golf to our elementary students - take advantage of that great deal! They will also set you up with some kids clubs to use for free.
Thanks for checking in!
Miss Stone
Friday, November 9, 2018
Timbers in the making...
Hi there Wildcats!
We just wrapped up our soccer unit today!
Team sports can be a little bit unnerving for students if they haven't been involved in those activities outside of school.
Fortunately, there exist a variety of methods to make sure each student experiences some level of success. Small-sided games are one of the best methods for ensuring that PE is not dominated by those with a higher level of skill in a given activity. A small-sided game is one in which the rules or environment is modified.
For example, we played some 1 vs 1 games to get students used to controlling the ball. We also played 3 vs. 3 with four potential goals for each team and no goalies. These small-sided games create an environment where players are able to get more quality touches on the ball, more experience in all phases of the game, and a higher degree of enjoyment and success. I love these small-sided games because, although the game is modified, it still provides students with the fundamental and tactical skills required for the activity.
Check out the link to see a small-sided game example -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wq0BQCbQMTU
The past few weeks, we covered dribbling, trapping, turns, passing, kicking, and shielding. Thanks for checking in!
We just wrapped up our soccer unit today!
Team sports can be a little bit unnerving for students if they haven't been involved in those activities outside of school.
Fortunately, there exist a variety of methods to make sure each student experiences some level of success. Small-sided games are one of the best methods for ensuring that PE is not dominated by those with a higher level of skill in a given activity. A small-sided game is one in which the rules or environment is modified.
For example, we played some 1 vs 1 games to get students used to controlling the ball. We also played 3 vs. 3 with four potential goals for each team and no goalies. These small-sided games create an environment where players are able to get more quality touches on the ball, more experience in all phases of the game, and a higher degree of enjoyment and success. I love these small-sided games because, although the game is modified, it still provides students with the fundamental and tactical skills required for the activity.
Check out the link to see a small-sided game example -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wq0BQCbQMTU
The past few weeks, we covered dribbling, trapping, turns, passing, kicking, and shielding. Thanks for checking in!
Friday, October 26, 2018
Rain Rain Go Away
Hey Wildcats!
As the weather starts to get yucky on us, I just wanted to share a few fun physical activity links with you - these are perfect for when you have a limited amount of space, the weather is nasty, or you just want to switch things up. These are fun videos to do at home as a family!
As the weather starts to get yucky on us, I just wanted to share a few fun physical activity links with you - these are perfect for when you have a limited amount of space, the weather is nasty, or you just want to switch things up. These are fun videos to do at home as a family!
Dynamite
Waka Waka
What does the fox say?
What makes you beautiful
Can't stop the feeling
I also like to use a FREE app called Sworkit. There is a great kid version of this too - Sworkit Kids! This app will give you 30 second intervals of exercises, based on type of exercise - agility, strength, and flexibility. You could utilize this app anywhere - when you are waiting to be seated at a restaurant, if you arrive early to an appointment with your kids, when you just need 5 minutes to yourself, etc. My nieces and nephews LOVE to exercise with me when I use the adult version of this app (Sworkit), so I was excited when I found the kid version. Apps like this are an easy way to incorporate more physical activity into your family's daily routines. Check it out! Thanks for checking in!
Miss Stone
Wednesday, October 3, 2018
Cooperation - what is it?
Hey there Wildcats!
We've wrapped up our cooperation unit - everything from Walking Blind, Mat Turtles, Radioactive Ocean, Lifeboats, and Hula Hoop Hang On require working together! During this unit we focused on what working together looks like, sounds like, feels like, and what it is not. I like starting with this unit because the activities can be a good bonding experience as students interact with their new classmates.
The Wellness Committee met at the end of last week, and there are SO MANY things in the works! The Wilson Garden is in process, as you might have noticed coming into the parking lot. Wilson received a Fuel Up for 60 grant which provides funding for portions of the garden, as well as our school-wide wellness challenge.
Hopefully you've seen the Fuel Up to 60 Wildcat Challenge Calendar. Our Wildcats will be tracking their physical activity throughout the month in an attempt to reach the recommended levels of moderate to vigorous physical activity each day - 60 minutes! Don't forget - physical activity is accumulated - you don't need a large chunk of time to give your body and brain what it needs. Take the stairs, park on the outskirts at the grocery store, walk as a family after dinner, play at the park - just get moving! Exercise is always more fun together :)
Thanks for checking in!
Miss Stone
We've wrapped up our cooperation unit - everything from Walking Blind, Mat Turtles, Radioactive Ocean, Lifeboats, and Hula Hoop Hang On require working together! During this unit we focused on what working together looks like, sounds like, feels like, and what it is not. I like starting with this unit because the activities can be a good bonding experience as students interact with their new classmates.
The Wellness Committee met at the end of last week, and there are SO MANY things in the works! The Wilson Garden is in process, as you might have noticed coming into the parking lot. Wilson received a Fuel Up for 60 grant which provides funding for portions of the garden, as well as our school-wide wellness challenge.
Hopefully you've seen the Fuel Up to 60 Wildcat Challenge Calendar. Our Wildcats will be tracking their physical activity throughout the month in an attempt to reach the recommended levels of moderate to vigorous physical activity each day - 60 minutes! Don't forget - physical activity is accumulated - you don't need a large chunk of time to give your body and brain what it needs. Take the stairs, park on the outskirts at the grocery store, walk as a family after dinner, play at the park - just get moving! Exercise is always more fun together :)
Thanks for checking in!
Miss Stone
Friday, September 7, 2018
Happy 2018-2019!
Welcome back Wildcats!!!
It's been SO good to see all of you back at Wilson this week! Even with only a three day week, we covered a lot of information! We played some games to get our hearts beating as we discussed and practiced what it looks like to be safe, respectful, and responsible in PE. The kinder classes always feel a little bit like herding cats that first week, but we survived! It was so fun to see all of you sweating and smiling again. I really missed that over the summer!
I hope you all had a wonderful summer but are ready to be back! I am always glad to be back into a routine. I spent the summer hiking, mountain biking, camping, playing at the beach, and enjoying some family time. Hopefully all of you got a chance to get out and enjoy the beautiful PNW as well.
This year's school wide focus is on wellness, specifically on students getting the recommended 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity every day. I am so thrilled that we've chosen to emphasize this as an entire building! I truly believe physical activity is essential to the learning that goes on here at Wilson. Please check back to see what we are doing throughout the year - you can get an idea of what we're learning in PE, resources for home, and information concerning wellness related activities at Wilson. Thanks!
Miss Stone
Summer snapshot...
It's been SO good to see all of you back at Wilson this week! Even with only a three day week, we covered a lot of information! We played some games to get our hearts beating as we discussed and practiced what it looks like to be safe, respectful, and responsible in PE. The kinder classes always feel a little bit like herding cats that first week, but we survived! It was so fun to see all of you sweating and smiling again. I really missed that over the summer!
I hope you all had a wonderful summer but are ready to be back! I am always glad to be back into a routine. I spent the summer hiking, mountain biking, camping, playing at the beach, and enjoying some family time. Hopefully all of you got a chance to get out and enjoy the beautiful PNW as well.
This year's school wide focus is on wellness, specifically on students getting the recommended 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity every day. I am so thrilled that we've chosen to emphasize this as an entire building! I truly believe physical activity is essential to the learning that goes on here at Wilson. Please check back to see what we are doing throughout the year - you can get an idea of what we're learning in PE, resources for home, and information concerning wellness related activities at Wilson. Thanks!
Miss Stone
Summer snapshot...
Hiking in Iao Valley with my mama
Hiking in our beautiful Corvallis with Truman
Spending quality time with one of my nephews
Looking up at the end of the Pipiwai Trail
Tuesday, May 29, 2018
Wellness Fair Photos!
Hi Wildcats!
Thanks to those of you who were able to come out to the Wilson Wellness Fair last week! A huge thanks to the teachers for volunteering and run our stations. It brings me so much joy to watch our families getting active together, learning healthy habits, and having fun! Check it out
Thanks to those of you who were able to come out to the Wilson Wellness Fair last week! A huge thanks to the teachers for volunteering and run our stations. It brings me so much joy to watch our families getting active together, learning healthy habits, and having fun! Check it out
Building a nutritious trail mix!
Getting sweaty with a free app called Sworkit Kids
Kids Zumba!
Recognizing the relationship between activity and heart rate
Obstacle course!
More obstacle course fun!
Together is better!
Enjoying a yogurt parfait!
Fun at the fair!
Zumba the night away!
Working hard - donkey kicks!
Grateful some of my family came up from Florence for the event
Thanks for checking in!
Miss Stone
Friday, May 18, 2018
Wellness Fair next Thursday 5/24!
Don't forget, Wildcats!
The annual Wilson Wellness Fair is this upcoming Thursday, May 24th! The fair will run from 6:00 to 7:30 in the Wilson gym and outside on the North Park side. Looks like we are going to have some great weather for the event!
We have some really fun activities in the works for the fair, and I hope all of you will take time to stop by. There will be an obstacle course, FREE snacks, zumba, nutrition stations, jeopardy, and a FREE raffle with participation in the various stations.
Make sure to wear your exercise clothes parents - your student is eligible for bigger prizes if you participate in the stations along with them. The first 50 Wildcats to turn in their "passport to health" will receive a free t-shirt. We have some really great raffle prizes this year including a bike, skateboard, sports equipment, fitness equipment with Garmin Vivofit, Play it Again Sports gift cards, and family passes to Timberhill Athletic Club. This event is completely free, and it is a great opportunity to have some fun and get sweaty as a family.
Hope to see you there,
Miss Stone
The annual Wilson Wellness Fair is this upcoming Thursday, May 24th! The fair will run from 6:00 to 7:30 in the Wilson gym and outside on the North Park side. Looks like we are going to have some great weather for the event!
We have some really fun activities in the works for the fair, and I hope all of you will take time to stop by. There will be an obstacle course, FREE snacks, zumba, nutrition stations, jeopardy, and a FREE raffle with participation in the various stations.
Make sure to wear your exercise clothes parents - your student is eligible for bigger prizes if you participate in the stations along with them. The first 50 Wildcats to turn in their "passport to health" will receive a free t-shirt. We have some really great raffle prizes this year including a bike, skateboard, sports equipment, fitness equipment with Garmin Vivofit, Play it Again Sports gift cards, and family passes to Timberhill Athletic Club. This event is completely free, and it is a great opportunity to have some fun and get sweaty as a family.
Hope to see you there,
Miss Stone
Friday, May 11, 2018
Cooperative Games
Hey there Wildcats!
Oh dear...as we get closer and closer to the end of the year, I get worse and worse about letting you all know what is going on with Wellness at Wilson :) After hockey, we completed a Frisbee unit in which we got to take advantage of the great weather we were having here in Corvallis.
We learned some basic Frisbee skills and tactical strategies initially, so that we could try out a small-sided game called Ultimate Backboard Frisbee. This game mimics several aspects of traditional Ultimate Frisbee; however, the rules, scoring, and limits set on the game allow for greater participation and more teamwork.
This week, we moved into a mini-unit with a cooperative game called Castle Ball. Not sure if I had more fun or the students :) Here is a short video clip, to give you the gist. Thanks so much for checking in!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTQNIj7J4fk
Miss Stone
Oh dear...as we get closer and closer to the end of the year, I get worse and worse about letting you all know what is going on with Wellness at Wilson :) After hockey, we completed a Frisbee unit in which we got to take advantage of the great weather we were having here in Corvallis.
We learned some basic Frisbee skills and tactical strategies initially, so that we could try out a small-sided game called Ultimate Backboard Frisbee. This game mimics several aspects of traditional Ultimate Frisbee; however, the rules, scoring, and limits set on the game allow for greater participation and more teamwork.
This week, we moved into a mini-unit with a cooperative game called Castle Ball. Not sure if I had more fun or the students :) Here is a short video clip, to give you the gist. Thanks so much for checking in!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTQNIj7J4fk
Miss Stone
Wednesday, March 14, 2018
Classroom PE
Hey Wildcats!
With the Knowledge Fair in the gym, I took PE to the classrooms yesterday. It was great! I just wanted to share a few fun physical activity links with you - these are perfect for when you have a limited amount of space, the weather is nasty, or you just want to switch things up. We danced our little hearts out to these YouTube videos in the classroom :)
With the Knowledge Fair in the gym, I took PE to the classrooms yesterday. It was great! I just wanted to share a few fun physical activity links with you - these are perfect for when you have a limited amount of space, the weather is nasty, or you just want to switch things up. We danced our little hearts out to these YouTube videos in the classroom :)
Dynamite
Waka
Waka
What does the fox say?
What
makes you beautiful
Can't
stop the feeling
In several of the classrooms, I also used a FREE app called Sworkit Kids. This app will give you 30 second intervals of exercises, based on type of exercise - agility, strength, and flexibility. You could utilize this app anywhere - when you are waiting to be seated at a restaurant, if you arrive early to an appointment with your kids, when you just need 5 minutes to yourself, etc. My nieces and nephews LOVE to exercise with me when I use the adult version of this app (Sworkit), so I was excited when I found the kid version. Apps like this are an easy way to incorporate more physical activity into your family's daily routines. Check it out! Thanks for checking in!
Miss Stone
Thursday, February 1, 2018
Small-sided Hockey
Hey there, Wildcats!
Welcome to the New Year...it's been a while since I've posted about PE happenings. We just finished up our hockey unit today, and we will start up our basketball unit on Monday. The students have been learning the proper grip, stick handling, passing, and shooting. We finished the unit with some small-sided hockey games.
Small-sided games recreate the tactical and physical elements of the sport while increasing participation, fitness demands, and success rate. This is accomplished by making changes to the rules or environment of the game.
Let me offer an example - in our hockey games, we played 3 vs. 3 to increase participation. In order to score, at least 2 members of the team needed to contact the puck during the possession. To increase success, there were six goals that either team could shoot into, rather than the standard two goals.
I'm wishing I had a video to show you, but unfortunately I was having to much fun playing...I mean teaching :) Thanks for checking in!
Miss Stone
Welcome to the New Year...it's been a while since I've posted about PE happenings. We just finished up our hockey unit today, and we will start up our basketball unit on Monday. The students have been learning the proper grip, stick handling, passing, and shooting. We finished the unit with some small-sided hockey games.
Small-sided games recreate the tactical and physical elements of the sport while increasing participation, fitness demands, and success rate. This is accomplished by making changes to the rules or environment of the game.
Let me offer an example - in our hockey games, we played 3 vs. 3 to increase participation. In order to score, at least 2 members of the team needed to contact the puck during the possession. To increase success, there were six goals that either team could shoot into, rather than the standard two goals.
I'm wishing I had a video to show you, but unfortunately I was having to much fun playing...I mean teaching :) Thanks for checking in!
Miss Stone
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