20151112_135944Dear Family,

Physical Education classes have begun. It is essential that your son/daughter come prepared to each class with the Westheights gym uniform consisting of shorts and a t-shirt, as well as appropriate socks and running shoes to allow for greatest participation and maximum benefits. We require a separate pair of running shoes to be worn indoors only. This will assist us in keeping the gym floor clean and clear of debris for safety purposes. Students are
encouraged to take their shorts and t-shirts home on a weekly basis to be washed. If a student forgets his/her uniform, he/she is required to borrow loaners for the period.

The price of the uniform is $10 for the t-shirt, and $15 for the shorts. An optional draw-string gym bag may be purchased for $5.00. Please pay cash or make cheques payable to “Westheights School”. Tax is included in the price. Students will be given their gym uniforms in Phys.Ed. class, but are asked to bring payment to the gym during first nutrition break the week of September 12-16. Uniforms must be purchased by Friday, September 16th. Students may wear uniforms purchased in previous years. Students/families requiring financial assistance should contact the school. We will ensure that this issue is dealt with in an appropriate, sensitive and confidential manner.

Optional Westheights Warriors spirit wear hoodies will again be sold this year. Students have a choice of a black or grey hooded sweatshirt with the Westheights Warrior logo on the front. These are great to wear over top of gym uniforms on cool days when the class is going outside for Phys.Ed. This year, these hoodies have been pre-ordered. Although we have ordered quite a few of each size, availability will be on a first come, first served basis. The cost of the hoodie is $30 and can be brought in to Mr. J or Ms. Murray at any time.

For safety reasons, platform style running shoes are not permitted for gym activities. Students are not allowed to wear watches, rings, necklaces and other jewelry in physical education classes. Valuables such as money, devices, jewelry, etc., should be kept in lockers during Phys.Ed. class not brought to the gym. We cannot be responsible for items lost in the gym.

Participation in Physical Education classes is compulsory for all students unless a note requesting exemption for the period is provided from home. If a student is to be excused for an extended period of time, then it will be necessary to provide a note from a doctor.

We are looking forward to an active and rewarding year. If you have any questions or concerns about the Physical Education program at Westheights, please feel free to call us (519-744-3549).

Thank you for your co-operation.

Sincerely,
B. Johnston, D. Murray
Physical Education

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