Westchester School District 92 1/2

Westchester School District 92 1/2


Physical Education

Westchester Primary School & Westchester Intermediate School

Physical education classes are provided for every child. Students must wear gym shoes. If students bring a separate pair of gym shoes to school, the shoes should have their names written in them. Student participation is required by state law unless excluded by a physician's statement. Notes from parents are acceptable as a short-term excuse from student physical education activities.

Westchester Middle School

Student participation in physical education is required by state law unless excluded by a physician's statement. Notes from parents are acceptable as a short-term excuse from student physical education activities. Participation is daily throughout the school year.

A gym uniform and gym shoes are required for participation in the program. General activities include basketball, softball, soccer, volleyball, and gymnastics. All students are tested in the fall and the spring of the year for physical fitness. Grades are determined by dress, participation, motor skill tests, and written rules test.