FOSTERING PHYSICAL ACTIVITY OUTSIDE OF THE CLASSROOM PARENT/CHILD WORKSHOP [Insert School][Insert Date]

WHY ARE WE HERE? To learn ways on how to improve physical activity outside of the classroom once the school day has been completed

SURVEY Complete with your child. 5 minutes

PHYSICAL LITERACY Individuals who are physically literate move with competence and confidence in a wide variety of physical activities in multiple environments that benefit the healthy development of the whole person. PHE Canada

FUNDAMENTAL MOVEMENT SKILLS

WHAT IS DPA? Daily Physical Activity is defined as endurance, strength and/or flexibility activities done on a daily basis. Grades 1-7: Schools will offer 30 minutes of Daily Physical Activity as part of students' educational program. ement.htm

CURRENT SCHOOL ACTIVITIES - PE lessons – 3 x per week - Lunch/Recess – no matter the weather - DPA and Brain Breaks in class - outdoor lessons when they fit

A REMINDER... Make sure your child is ready for PE class: - PE kit - PE shoes - water bottle if required

BREAKOUT #1

THE STATS Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth

HOW CANADA RATES...

DPA REQUIREMENTS (Total including school time)

ACTIVE PLAY

ACTIVE TRANSPORT

SEDENTARY BEHAVIOURS

PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT

WHAT’S GOOD FOR THE BICEP IS GOOD FOR THE BRAIN Stan Kutcher

HOW CAN PARENTS HELP? The importance of free play Encourage active transport Globe & Mail

HOW CAN PARENTS HELP? Be a good role model Focus on ‘good sports’ Mississauga News

HOW CAN PARENTS HELP? Reduce screen time Balance unit Toronto Star

BREAKOUT #2

HOW CAN WE IMPROVE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AT HOME? Group brainstorming

BREAKOUT #3

WRAP-UP How to improve our inactive:active ratio Survey will be sent home in two weeks Brainstorm ideas will be sent home ASAP RESOURCES:

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