From the Gym
Before-School Recreation Program (2018-2019)
Continuing our Wildcat morning tradition, Before School Recreation runs Monday through Thursday from 7:25 to 7:50 throughout the entire school year. Various activities will be provided and the program will often be an expansion of skills being taught in Physical Education class.
Intermediate grades (2-5) will attend Mondays and Wednesdays. Primary grades (K-2) will come Tuesdays and Thursdays. Due to normally large K-1st participation, 2nd grade students can choose either the M/W or the T/Th session.
Students will come to the gym as soon as they arrive at school (includes bus riders). For accountability, students must attend the sessions if signed up and at school. Though provided at no cost, this is not a “drop–in” program; however, it is a great way to get the mind and body started in the morning. Wildcats may join later when schedule permits or comfort level increases. Download a registration form or find one outside the gym. Questions? Email Mr. Pule at
bspule@seattleschools.org
After-School Recreation Program (2018-2019)
Time: 2:40 – 3:40 (1 hour)
K- 2nd Grades are held on TUESDAYS on the following dates:
Sept. 18, 25; Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Nov. 6, 13, 27
2nd - 5th Grades are held on THURSDAYS on the following dates:
Sept. 20, 27; Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25; Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29
OVERVIEW: This is an hour’s extension of our physical education program once a week that will build on the variety of activities enjoyed in Whittier’s gym program. Program will include individual skills building, small and larger group activities, etc. We may also include skating, circus arts, scooters, bowling, and other interests over the 10 classes.
COST: $35 (scholarships available)
PAYMENT: Please attach a check payable to WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.
SNACKS: Snacks are not provided. Please send a small non-messy snack with your student to enjoy before each after school recreation class. Participants may relax and snack in gym from 2:25-2:40 pm.
PICK-UP: Class ends at 3:40pm. Please pick up your child on time at the Whittier Gym.
QUESTIONS? Email Mr. Pule at bspule@seattleschools.org .
Wildcat Running Club
All Wildcats are welcome to jog/walk every day before school and during recesses as part of the Wildcat Running Club. It is free and open to all. Students record their own distance (it’s an honor system, be pono!) and earn a chain token for every 1 mile completed (8 laps around the playground = 1 mile). Jog/walk 1 lap or 8... any amount is O.K.! Other incentives earned upon completion of each marathon distance throughout the year.
This is a great way to start a school day, so come on out and start a Running Club card. Walk and talk! Jog with friends! Set your goal! Strive for success.
