Image Creation

Ryan SmithImage CreationSelf-Image

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Overview of ProgramAfter School ProgramOnce a weekOnce required then optionalDebriefs to reflectAppreciating physical difference rather than glorifying physical abilities and looksSurveyAdventure EducationNew and challenging activitiesTeamwork and Cooperative ActivitiesImproved Social Skills2

Possible ActivitiesHikingBikingWall climbingOrienteeringCanoe/KayakingRopes coursesCooperative Games3

Highlights of Adventure EducationCooperation Through group work and supportive group atmosphere, the students will learn to cooperatively communicate thoughts and feelings encouraged through listening. - Reducing antisocial behaviorRisk Making a commitment to take a risk displaying their talents and limitations realizing the positive/safe environment.Trust Students will trust their peers after attempting activities that involve some physical or emotional risk thus attempting new activitiesChallenge Students will view mental and physical tasks as a challenge through resistance to frustration in attempt.Problem solving Achieved through trial and error participation with group members.

Siedentop, Daryl, and Deborah Tannehill. Developing Teaching Skills In Physical Education. New York: Mcgraw Hill Higher Education, 2002. 4

Adventure EducationDevelops trust and confidence in our whole selfDiscovering the potential for a lifelong learning adventureChallenges and Risks = Anxiety and Stress Meeting Challenge/Risk = Self Confidence, Self Esteem, Self Image PE is the whole child!Mental, Social and Emotional experiences as well as the physical.

Siedentop, Daryl, and Deborah Tannehill. Developing Teaching Skills In Physical Education. New York: Mcgraw Hill Higher Education, 2002.

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Student PursuitInvitation to parentsOne-on-oneRequirement

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Purpose/GoalsImprove self image through exercise, new experiences and relationships enough to increase confidence to perform at a high level in physical education. Introduce new movement experiencesWeaken nervous energy, anxiety and stress, while building mental strength through physical activity.

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PurposeAddresses Problems Related To Physical EducationSelf imageSelf-esteemIncrease Positive Reinforcement

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Expected ResultsAttendance 60Enhance Self-ImageEliminate ClicksExpect growth through the relationships and comfort level with physical activity.9

Results MeasuredSurveyBALT-PEOpportunities to Respond10

RecommendationsWhat can you do?Help make this an inviting place for studentsPromotionFundingSupport - To insure two requirements11

FundingDependent on my/programs relationship withFacilities YMCAKent State Recreation and Wellness CenterParksCamp Y-NOAHEquipmentWithin schoolTransportationVolunteersGrantsInnovativeCharacterized12

PromotionThroughSchools website Flyers Mentioned at any parent meetingsAnnouncements13

EvaluationEncouraged!Evaluate (after 1 year)increased participation in PEattendance numbersfunding student input and after one year

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Terminal GoalElective Fall 2010: Image Creations15