We believe that physical education classes enhance health and well-being and provide valuable opportunities for both collaboration and competition.
Students in kindergarten through grade five have regular classes in physical education where they develop the skills and attitudes necessary to enjoy both team and individual sports.
During 6th grade, students learn and participate in soccer, basketball and lacrosse, including a schedule of games with other schools.
In 7th & 8th grades students participate in competitive team sports against a number of local independent schools. Both boys and girls play soccer or run cross country in the fall, play basketball or participate in a fitness class in the winter, and play lacrosse, field and track, or intramural sports in the spring. We strive to be competitive and to do our best in games, while the emphasis is on participation rather than winning.
Each upper school student is expected to participate in a sport each season and to play in each game. We believe that developing physical skills, doing one’s best, and supporting other members of the team, whether in victory or defeat, are important life-long lessons.