What to eat before exercising?
Did you know that it is important to energize yourself
by eating well before playing sports, or going for a run? Carbohydrates are the
most important type of nutrient that someone need for energy before a game. You
can get these by eating fruits, vegetables grains such as pasta, spaghetti, or
breads. Avoid food containing high levels of sugar before a game, such as candy
bars or pop.
It is good to eat a meal with lots
of energy and carbohydrates 2-3 hours before being active. This gives the food
Please read the attachment if your son or daughter is interested in attending the Hershey Track and Field Meet which will be held ay James M. Hill Track on Sunday June 15th.
What to drink when exercising? Water? Sport drinks? Electrolyte gels? Energy drinks? The choices you have in store are endless but which one are really worth it? Water is always a good choice. Water contains no calorie, no sugar, no additive, etc. Your body always needs water, even when you are not exercising. To be more environmental friendly, use a refillable water bottle. Sport drinks like Gatorade or PowerAde are a mix of water, sugar, flavor and electrolytes (Sodium and Potassium).
This is a reminder that all students will be going to see the play "Shrek" at JMH tomorrow morning, Wednesday, May 21. Harkins Elementary is paying for the ticket for each child. As well, we will be providing a morning snack, so students do not need to bring a recess snack for tomorrow. Please note, we will not be returning in time for the cafeteria. Therefore, all students are required to bring their own lunch to school tomorrow.Also a reminder the grade 2's and 5's are writing Provincial Assessments starting this week and going into next week.
How
good is physical activity for you? Did you know that by
increasing your physical activity you can greatly reduce your chances of
getting sick? You will also be happier
and healthier! Some benefits of being physically active
includes better health, improved fitness, better posture and balance, better
self-esteem, stronger muscles and bones, feeling less stressed and more
relaxed, increased concentration/ better academic score, etc. In other words,
it helps you feel good! Physical activity also helps decrease the
risk of having heart disease, obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes,
This is a reminder of the Book Fair we are having this week. Students have browsed through the books today. They may purchase books tomorrow and Thursday. There is a Family Event Wednesday from 4:00-6:00, which is an opportunity for parents to buy books. Please see the bright orange memo that was sent home today for further information.
Harkins Elementary staff and students would like to wish everyone a Happy Easter. A reminder, there is no school for students on Thursday, April17. Staff and students will enjoy a holiday on Good Friday and Easter Monday. We will see everyone back in school on Tuesday, April 22.
It is spring! That means it is time for the Redo-A-Room Contest! The lucky winner will get one room in their house totally redone. Thank you to Norma Gray (Home Hardware) Color Consultant, Brush Strokes Painting, Eastern Tile and Carpet One, and Chatham Home Hardware for their support. Tickets are $5 each and available from any student, teacher or at the school. What a great way to kick off the spring renovation season!
The Drama Club, under the direction of Ms. Corney, will be having a used book sale on Friday, April 4. They are looking for donations of books to help them. Please drop these off at the school prior to Friday. On Friday, all students will have the opportunity to go "shopping". All books will be sold at a cost of only 25 cents each. Thank you for supporting our Drama Club.
World Autism Day will be celebrated at Harkins Elementary on Wednesday, Aprol 3. For the price of a loonie, students may wear their favourite hat in school for the whole day. We thank you in advance for your support.
