Physical Education

We have created an innovative Physical Education program at Yinghua Academy through making full use of our beautiful and spacious gym and the spaces in Northeast Park. We teach the “whole child” by emphasizing and practicing “Heart Safe, Body Safe.”

Learning takes place through participation and being active. The Physical Education curriculum emphasizes fitness, sportsmanship/kindness, teamwork, cooperation, adventure, and leadership. We strive to make our lessons exciting, challenging, and engaging. Students are encouraged to set goals and work toward personal records.

Fitness education begins in Kindergarten and focuses on developing healthy habits, movement skills, and lifelong fitness. Students learn how to set goals, improve performance, and work toward achieving their personal bests. Fitness assessments, including the PACER test, are used to help students monitor individual progress and growth. The physical education curriculum aligns with the standards and best practices established by SHAPE America.

Here is a sample of the adventure activities that most Yinghua students experience during the year:

• Orienteering
• Roller Skating
• Cross Country Skiing
• Sledding
• Wheels Week: Bike, In-line Skate, Skateboard, Scooter, RipStik, Pedestrian & Bike Safety
• Prey & Predator
• Climbing Wall

For more information on the Yinghua PE program, check out our Physical Education page under the Current Families tab.

“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” — Chinese Proverb