Summer time is a time to unwind from the school year and to relax. Our classes are often the furthest thing from our minds.

Once we are refreshed, thoughts turn back to our lessons and what can be done to do things a bit better. What follows are some ideas that you can consider to add to your already strong program.

I hope that there is something here for you!

Tom Winiecki
Elementary Section Editor

Here are some things to think about when you look at what to do a bit differently next year. See what you think!

Climbing Walls for the Elementary School

Read what John Dunlap does in Michigan with a climbing wall at his elementary school.

Everything you need to know about starting a "Walkabout" at your school!

Read what an elementary school did to put in a walking trail at their building and how they got the students to be involved

We would like your input, so please feel free to email any of the section editors below to share comments, Internet sites, ideas or more with us and the other professionals around the globe! Thanks.

What do Our Students "Really" Think About Us?"

We know that our students enjoy coming to the gym. Have you ever stopped to really think what we can do with that enthusiasm and trust?

There are many sites on-line that list games to play. Here are but a few to keep everyone active this summer:

Games Kids Play

Momsminivan.com

Summer Fun 1

Summer Fun 2