HELEN C. PEIRCE SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION 


The goal of our physical education program is to engage students in moderate to vigorous physical activity, promote lifelong fitness, and develop personal and social responsibility. Our hope is that students who leave our program with these skills will contribute in a positive way to their community
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Kindergarten - 2nd grade
In Kindergarten to second grade, the primary focus is to enhance locomotor and non-locomotor skills through developmentally appropriate games and activities. Students gain an understanding of various movements through instruction, demonstration, and application. These units include Locomotor Movements, Fitness, Rhythmic Movements, Low Organized Activities, Track & Field, and Soccer. 

3rd - 5th Grades 
The third to fifth grade curriculum sequences these fundamental movements into sport-related skills. ​Students will focus on the fundamentals of various sports. Students learn the rules and skills of each sport and participate in game play. These units include Flag Football, Floor Hockey, Dance, Basketball, Track & Field, Soccer, and Softball. 

6th - 8th Grades 
The sixth to eighth grade curriculum emphasizes collaboration, communication, and teamwork. Students focus on personal development and individual progress throughout a variety of physical activities. In addition, students will learn to apply health-related knowledge in various aspects of their own lives. Physical activity units include Flag Football, Floor Hockey, Volleyball, Basketball, Track & Field, Soccer, and Softball. Lastly, students participate in fitness testing in the beginning and end of the year to show each student’s progression.


Luis carbajal

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P.E. Teacher, K - 4th Grade & Boys Athletic Director

Richard Crawley

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P.E. Teacher, 5th - 8th Grade & Girls Athletic Director
Mr. Carbajal graduated from Elmhurst College with a degree in Physical Education and a certificate in Health.  Having taught for two years prior, he joined the Peirce P.E. Department in 2018 as the K-4th Physical Education teacher and Boys Athletic Director.

When not at school, Mr. Carbajal enjoys watching the Chicago Cubs, working out, playing a variety of sports, spending time with my family, reading, and cooking. 

Mr. Carbajal shared the following regarding his teaching philosophy, "I firmly believe that students are special and posses a wide variety of skills and talents. It is my mission to expose my students to a wide variety of activities, to discover, and enhance these skills. As a Physical Education teacher, my students will learn the importance of being fit and healthy to encourage students to live and maintain a healthy lifestyle throughout their lives." 




Mr. Crawley received his Major in Physical Education and second Major in Health Sciences at Northeastern Illinois University. There he studied various activities that benefit student’s physical health and mental well-being, as well encouraging team building and positive views with physical activity. During his time at NEIU, Mr. Crawley volunteered for the Illinois Special Olympics as well collaborated and developed community outreaches hosted by the University.

With a passion for physical activities and sports, Mr. Crawley participated in Track and Field, Wrestling, and Cross Country during his adolescent years. As an adult he volunteered assistant coaching Boys/Girls Track and field hurdles for a High School in Crystal Lake, and for fun he enjoys physical activities such as cycling, kayaking, volleyball, tennis, and racquetball. Mr. Crawley enjoys finding new activities to spend his time and hopes he can pass down his passion of physical activity to future generations.
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When it comes to physical education, Mr. Crawley states that, “My goal is creating meaningful and positive physical education experiences that are accessible to all students; that every student has the encouragement to better their physical health, and relationships with others. Developing these traits in their youth, will help them build an ongoing positive relationship with physical fitness.”

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 Helen C. Peirce
School of  International Studies
1423 W. Bryn Mawr
Chicago IL, 60660
Phone: (773) 534 2440
Fax: (773) 534 2577

PK Branch
5300 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60640
Phone:  (773) 534-2234
​Fax:  (773) 534-2235

Fax: (773) 534-2577 
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Non-Discrimination Statement It is the policy of the Board to prohibit unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of any protected category by the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of the State of Illinois, and applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances, including but not limited to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), specifically, but not limited to, discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on the basis of sexual orientation, gender or sex (includes gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions), race or ethnicity, ethnic group identification, ancestry, nationality, national origin, religion, color, mental or physical disability, age, immigration status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union-related), military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in the educational programs or activities the Board operates.

Concerns or inquiries regarding sex discrimination, harassment, or retaliation can be made to the Board’s Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Student Protections and Title IX (OSP) or the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

For information on mental health, go to Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Resources
  • Home
  • About
    • Our History
    • Mission & Vision
    • School Tours
    • Enrollment Information
    • Policies & Forms
    • Staff Directory
    • Local School Council (LSC)
    • Continuous Improvement Work Plan
    • Support Peirce
    • Branding Guidelines
  • Family Information
    • Before & After School Programs
    • Case Management
    • Student Door Entry
    • New to Peirce
    • Family Communication
    • Parent Organizations
    • Principal's Newsletter
    • Volunteer Opportunties
  • Academics
    • International Baccalaureate >
      • IB Primary Years Programme
      • IB Middle Years Programme
      • IB Learner Profile
    • Pre K
    • Art
    • English Learner Program
    • Counseling Department
    • Dance
    • Garden
    • Music
    • Physical Education
    • Restorative Practices
    • Spanish
    • Sports Programs
    • Technology
  • Calendar