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
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.
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
P.E. Teacher, K - 4th Grade & Boys Athletic Director
tyler leighton
P.E. Teacher, 5th - 8th Grade & Girls Athletic Director
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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." Originally from Elkhart, Indiana, Mr. Leighton earned his Bachelor's Degree from Indiana University South Bend and Master's Degree in Sports Administration from Valparaiso University. With a long history of basketball accomplishments, including earning the county's first State Championship as a member of his high school team, the titles of All-American and Conference MVP at Indiana University, Mr. Leighton went on to play a season of professional basketball in China post graduation. Prior to teaching at Peirce, Mr. Leighton taught high school Health/Physical Education, was the Athletic Director and Head Boys Basketball Coach at DRW College Prep in North Lawndale neighborhood on the west side of Chicago. His earlier career included working as a College Scout and as a Graduate Assistant Men's Basketball Coach for Coach Bryce Drew at Valparaiso University. A resident of Edgewater, Mr. Leighton lives with his wife, Brittney, daughter Jordyn, and son Titan. |
