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The Hope of Detroit Academy physical education program is committed to equip students with physical skills, knowledge, and personal skills by exposing them to many different activities necessary to pursue a healthy, active lifestyle.

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This Week in Physical Education and Health

February 20  - February 24
No School 2/20 - 22 (Mid Winter Break)

K-2:
3-5:  
6-8 Day I:
6-8 Day II:
Health:

Who is Oscar?

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Oscar is a target the students learn to throw at.  He is a made up character from my late Grandpa Eastman who passed it down to my father, Jim Eastman (retired physical education teacher), who passed it down to me.

Upcoming Events in Physical Education

Start a C'motion
March 19 - April 9

What is C’motion?

Interactive gaming meets exercise in this music driven exergaming experience that keeps people in motion.  

Physical Benefits

* Excellent cardiovascular workout
* Good weight bearing activity for osteoporosis
* Tones upper/lower torso
* Incorporates rhythm work and movement

Cognitive Benefits

* Stimulates left and right brain activity
* Improves sequential thought process
* Develop tracking skills that can help improve reading and math
scores

General Good Stuff

* Great lifetime activity
* Enjoyable for all ages and backgrounds 
* Enables all participants to achieve success 
* Provides positive feedback for students with school-friendly
software

 
All Children Exercise Simultaneously
(ACES)

When: May 2, 2012
Time: 10:00 AM
Where: Hope of Detroit Academy

What is ACES?

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Each May, millions of school children all over the globe will exercise simultaneously in a symbolic gesture of fitness and unity. This non-competitive program has proven to be educational, motivational and fun. Starting its 23rd year worldwide, ACES has reached millions of children, parents, and teachers including participants from more than 50 countries.

NUTRITION CORNER

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Limit your intake of sweets and refined carbohydrates

Foods that are high in sugar and refined carbohydrates (which includes many low-fat foods!) can create sharp spikes in blood sugar and ultimately increase your risk of both heart disease and diabetes. Choose whole grain foods whenever possible and consume sweets occasionally or not at all.  For a naturally sweet treat, enjoy fresh fruit.

Why children should eat breakfast?

The American Dietetic Association states that children who eat breakfast have better concentration, problem solving skills and hand-eye coordination.  As a result they are more alert, creative and less likely to miss school

What does your plate look like when you eat?  Does it look like this? 

Videos

SPREAD THE WORD TO THE END THE WORD!

Why is physical activity important for children?

Body Image

What is it like as a teenager living with Type 2 Diabetes?

HAVE YOU EVER TRIED THIS?

Watch Out Hope of Detroit Academy Speed Stacks are coming our way soon!!!

Check out the Speed Stacks website at www.speedstacks.com.

Kids Love Hot Cheetos But Schools Hate Them
By Luke Burbank, NPR

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Hot Cheetos are a big winner for the Frito-Lay company. The extremely spicy, crunchy and somewhat addictive snack is hugely popular with schoolkids. But school officials are threatening to ban the junk food because they worry that kids are gorging themselves (from National Public Radio website).

Click on play and listen to Luke Burbank's interview at a California school

DONATE FITNESS EQUIPMENT

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If you would like to donate your used fitness equipment to Hope of Detroit Academy, please contact:

                 Tim Eastman
       Physical Education Teacher
                 (313) 897-8720
                            or
                                                   timothy.eastman@leonagroup.com

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           "QUOTES"


"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take!"   
  -Wayne Gretzky, Hockey Hall of Fame, 1999

"Fitness is my witness, so delicious!"
Mr. Eastman
                                                                    
"Don't give up, don't ever give up."
-Jim Valvano, North Carolina State University Basketball Coach- Died of Cancer in April 1993

"Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm."
 -Ralph Waldo Emerson, US essayist & poet (1803 - 1882)

"Success is the ability to go from failure to failure without losing your enthusiasm."
-Sir Winston Churchill 

“Potential is not dependent upon IQ.”
-Unknown Author

"I don't expect much, but I do expect you to be perfect."
-Jim Eastman, Retired Physical Educator and my father

“Your response is your responsibility.” 
 -Dr. Emerson Eggerichs

"Discipline: Do what you are suppose to do, when you are suppose to do it!"
-Jim Eastman, Retired Physical  Educator and My Father

"You win with class, and you lose with class!"
-Harvey Mandell, Head Boys Counselor, Camp Wah-Nee

"Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity."
-John F. Kennedy

Michigan Content Standards for Physical Education

Standard 1: Demonstrates competency in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.

Standard 2: Demonstrates an understanding of movement concepts, principles, strategies and tactics as they apply to the learning and performance of physical activities.

Standard 3: Participates regularly in physical activity.

Standard 4: Achieves and maintains a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.

Standard 5: Exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others in physical activity settings.

Standard 6: Values physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.

Physical Education Dress Code

1.      Tee Shirt with Hope of Detroit Academy School name and emblem

 2.       Gym shoes and socks must be worn

 3.      Blue jeans. No torn, patched, or writing on pants permitted.   Shorts may be worn during warm weather at the discretion of the Principal, Mr. Abdel.   

4.       Addendum To Dress Code*****************HOPE OF DETROIT ACADEMY HOODED SWEATER AND HOPE OF DETROIT ACADEMY JOGGING PANTS 

The Hope of Detroit Academy hooded sweater and jogging pants can be purchased in the main office.

PARENT INVOLVEMENT

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Whether your child is just starting kindergarten, entering the
final year of
middle school, or is somewhere in between, there are many good
reasons and
opportunities for you to volunteer at school. It's a great way to
show your child that you
take an interest in his or her education, and it
sends a positive  message that you consider school a worthwhile place. 

Parents if you are interested in volunteering in your
child's physical education class, please fill out a Volunteer Form located in the main office.

Contact Information


Email: timothy.eastman@leonagroup.com

Hope of Detroit Academy Phone Number: (313) 897-8720