Fitness Friday * Support your local P.E. class

Stay involved in your child's physical education classes at school.

Ask about the frequency of classes, the length of classes, the activities, class size and curriculum. Ask about the teacher's philosophy concerning children's fitness. While you're at it, ask about recess – frequency and length, and what kids are able to do during that time. If possible, offer to help coach an activity you're good at.

This is not just for parents. Community members are taxpayers, and their opinion matters, too. When we all (the whole village) demand excellence from our schools, our kids and our communities benefit. So get vocal about physical education, recess, and sports in your schools.