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Active living in EIPS

Active Living is an important part of balance throughout our lives. Division-wide, EIPS is committed to introducing students to a variety of physical activities, so students can develop their personal interests and continue to improve their physical literacy beyond their school years. Education is a shared responsibility involving students, parents, educators, the school and the community. We promote the incorporation of Daily Physical Activity (DPA) in our classrooms regularly and below have provided parents with local resources to support the development of physical literacy and active living at home.

Alberta students have the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to lead an active, healthy lifestyle as outlined in the Physical Education Guide to Implementation. Our vision for education focuses on children and their ability to achieve their individual potential, creating a positive future for themselves, as well as enhancing their quality of life.

Resources

  • Active for Life - This website provides information for parents and teachers to learn about the health and happiness of their children by providing expert advice, inspirational tips and activity ideas to ensure children get the recommended daily amount of physical activity. 
  • Strathcona County
    • Recreation, Parks and Culture - Local recreation resources.
    • Active Schools - Kids need to be active throughout the day; their brain health depends on it. A healthy brain leads to improved: thinking and learning, emotional regulation and self-control, problem-solving ability, memory, ability to cope with anxiety and depressive symptoms, self-esteem and self-worth, attention and focus.
  • Participaction - Resource for parents looking for ideas to keep their kids active or get outside.
  • Healthy Living - Alberta Health Services resource.

Ever Active Schools

Ever Active Schools is a special project of the Health and Phys Ed Council of the Alberta Teachers Association (ATA) and supports the work of the Wellness Fund in creating healthy school communities.