Swimming News

Last week, our PE Teacher, Mr. James informed our class that they will their swimming unit. These classes will be during your child’s regularly scheduled P.E. lessons and not in addition to them. Students are to wear their PE clothes to school on these days. Just to be clear, our swimming days will be the following: 

• Day 3, Monday, Oct. 19th
• Day 5, Sunday, Oct. 25th
• Day 6, Monday, Oct. 26th 
• Day 8, Wednesday, Oct. 28th
• Day 10, Sunday, Nov. 1st 

During the swimming class, students will focus on stroke development, body position and breathing techniques. The measured water temperature has averaged 30C.

Here is a list of items students will need to bring to school for swimming class:

• Swimsuit (girls - one piece please)
• Towel
• Sandals/flip flops (prevents slipping and keeps feet healthy)
• Plastic bag for wet items
• Goggles – mandatory (promotes proper technique)
• Swim Cap – mandatory (ensures a cleaner pool)

Please remember to label all swimming gear and towel tags so we can return lost items. 

Also, it is very important to keep the P.E. Staff informed of any health problems or health conditions. Students need to bring a written note from a doctor to inform their P.E. teacher if a student is unable to participate in swimming. Otherwise, if a child is at school, they should be well enough to be in the pool.

If students miss any swim class, their grade can be affected. We only have 5 classes of swimming in this unit, so even missing one class is missing 20% of swim time.

Grade 3, 4 and 5 students are expected to be in the pool without a life belt. If your child still requires one, or has any concerning issues with swimming, please let Mr. James know.

Thanks so much for your support! I know most all of the students are excited about getting in the pool!!