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Physical Education

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Rick Quiricone     Rich Courto       Kate Petrella

Welcome to the CMS Physical Education web page. Our physical education program is diverse and affords our students numerous opportunities for learning and growth. Staff members are Ms. Petrella, Mr. Quiricone, and Mr. Courto.

 

Richard Courto

Title: Physical Education Teacher
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School: 203-341-1618

Kaitlin Petrella

Title: Physical Education Teacher
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School: 203-341-1619

Rick Quiricone

Title: Physical Education Teacher
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School: 203-341-1673

Attire and other Requirements

Wear Active clothing to school including:

  • Shorts or pants meant for exercise
  • Crew neck T-shirt
  • Sneakers
  • Apparel for colder weather (Sweatshirt/Jacket, winter hat, etc)
  • Remove necklaces, watches, hoop/dangling earrings.

Refillable water bottle

Medical Excuses

You may be excused from PE for medical reasons by following these guidelines.

  • Bring a note from home - if you need to be excused for one week or less
  • Bring a note to the nurse from a doctor - if you will need to be excused for more than one week (followed by a note to return to activity)

Grading Overview

Students will be assessed based off of the SHAPE America Physical Education Standards and grade level outcomes.

  • Standard 1 - demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.
  • Standard 2 - applies knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies and tactics related to movement and performance.
  • Standard 3 - demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.
  • Standard 4 - exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.
  • Standard 5 - recognizes the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.

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Recent News

National Geographic Producer and Volcanologist Visit Sixth Graders

Mr. Bengt Anderson, a National Geographic producer and CMS parent, visited in person to speak with our sixth-grade students and connect them with his colleague, volcanologist Dr. Emma Nicholson, who joined via Zoom from New Zealand. Dr. Nicholson, featured in Lake of Fire, shared her experience exploring a remote, uncharted volcano. Students had previously viewed the documentary, which follows a team’s expedition to uncover when and why volcanoes erupt. During the visit, students asked thoughtful questions about lava lakes, how Dr. Nicholson travels to volcanoes, and how ideas for National Geographic films are developed, among other topics. This engaging experience brought the sixth-grade science curriculum to life in a truly memorable way.

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