DO YOU KNOW THAT MORE PHYSICAL EDUCATION LEADS TO HIGHER TEST SCORES?
Studies indicate that kids who exercise more..
•Perform better academically•Students who met or exceeded guidelines for vigorous physical activity earned higher grades•Improved their concentration and classroom behavior•Strengthen peer relationships, self-esteem and self confidence
DESPITE KNOWING THE BENEFITS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION…•Most NYC schools have 1 physical education teacher for every 800 students!•Most schools are way short of guidelines on allotted time for physical activity•Many schools have little gym space and lack certified physical education teachers•According to NYC Comptroller John Liu "NYC Schools are Failing Gym"
HOW CAN WE GET GYM BACK TO NYC SCHOOLS?
Join other parents and passionate physical education teachers in working on bringing change to hundreds of schools. Together we can make the people who make decisions hear how important physical education is to children across the city!
Attend SAfH ‘s Educational Forums for parents and learn how you can make a difference in your child's education!
Upcoming Forums:
Date: February 13th, 2024Time: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Location: East Harlem Asthma Center of Excellence (EHACE) 161-169 East 110th Street (b/w Lexington and Third Avenue)
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Date: February 28th, 2024
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Location: Columbia Community Partnership for Health/Learning Center 390 Fort Washington Ave
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For more information and to RSVP, please contact Mariela Salazar at mariela@nycsafh.org or at 212-996-8714