Friday, September 27, 2019

Working together...

Hello Wildcats!
   
       We've been doing some cooperation activities in PE to hone our skills...and, unfortunately, I've felt under the weather which required a few sick days. As we start our throwing unit next week, I'm hoping we can continue to focus on what it looks like to be a good teammate - we'll discuss communication (both positive and negative), compromise, flexibility, sharing, and trust. PE provides a very natural platform for learning how to work with others. 

        In other news outside of PE, Mrs. Lamar, one of our wonderful educational assistants at Wilson, is starting the running club back up! Wilson Wildcat Running Club will start next week! It will be a little different than in years past. It will be taking place during morning recess. For now, it will be on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, for grades 3-5. She plans to add in K-2 on Tuesday and Thursday once location and logistic details get figured out. Secondly, the club will involve more than just counting laps. Running is so much more than that! She plans to include running games and relays, as well as peer bonding activities. This is a great opportunity during the school day, so please take advantage of this time! 


First weeks at a glance...


Mrs. Kramer's class playing PAC-man tag 

Mrs. McCracken's class playing Hula Hoop Hang On 

Mrs. Gough's class getting off of their sinking boat!


Mrs. Michalski's class moving as one turtle

Mrs. Villani's class playing Hog Call - getting grouped with your eyes closed while making your animal sound

Thanks so much for checking in!

Mrs. West 

Friday, September 6, 2019

Welcome to 2019-2020!

Welcome back, Wildcats!
   
         It feels good to be getting back into routine! It's been SO wonderful to see you all this week!  We covered a lot in PE in these last three days! And to be honest, I'm getting tired of hearing myself talk! We moved our bodies as we discussed and practiced what it looks like to be safe, respectful, and responsible in PE. I was so happy to see all of you sweating and smiling again.

            From the sounds of it, you all had a great summer and are ready to be back at school :) This was a very fun, busy summer for me. I went on a honeymoon to Costa Rica - we had to postpone the trip because my husband and I got the flu the day after our wedding this spring. I spent the rest of the summer hiking, mountain biking, camping, playing at the beach, and enjoying time with family.

          Hopefully all of you got a chance to get out and enjoy the beautiful PNW as well.   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!

Mrs. West

Summer Snapshot

 Spending time on the beach with some of my nieces and nephews...and of course my puppy 

 Backpacking in Bull of the Woods Wilderness 

 Kayaking on the Lewis River in Washington 

 Hiking with my husband and sister in Florence, where I grew up 

Repelling next to a waterfall in Costa Rica