A number of local sports organizations will visit Churchill Public School to celebrate National Sports Week.
“Healthy, active living plays an important role at Churchill Public School,” says Principal Dave Farrow. “Our focus for National Sports Week is to introduce students to a variety of sports opportunities available in the community.”
To kick-off the week, TGA Premier Junior Golf will introduce their school-based golf program to junior and intermediate students on Monday, November 24, 2014 at 9:10 am. From 6 pm to 7:30 pm, the Korean Martial Arts Academy will be on site to demonstrate interactive martial arts.
The Sudbury and District Health Unit (SDHU) will visit students on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at 11:10 am to discuss the SPARK program as well as ways to stay active during the day. For three to four days per week, Rainbow elementary students participate in SPARK, a research based fitness initiative that supports student wellness.
On Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at 9:30 am, six players from the Sudbury Wolves will stop by for classroom visits followed by a mini floor-hockey game with teachers and students. Staff from Zumba Vibe will have students dancing from 6 pm to 7 pm, and SDHU staff will return from 7 pm to 8 pm to discuss the SPARK program.
Members of the local Heart and Stroke Foundation will be at the school on Thursday, November 27, 2014 at 8:30 am. Also, the Walden Cross Country Fitness Club will provide an overview of their program, including short videos, equipment demonstrations and a dry land training workout for junior and intermediate students.
To wrap up the week, students and staff will participate in National Jersey Day on Friday, November 28, 2014. Junior and intermediate students will also have the opportunity to enjoy Rocks & Rings, an introductory curling program for elementary students.
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Media Contact:
Dave Farrow, Principal, Churchill Public School
Rainbow District School Board, 705-566-5130.