Help me give my students new weights for stronger students in Physical Education
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Garcia's classroom raised $202
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
Many of our students have outgrown our smaller weights and are looking for a challenge. These weights will be utilized for our stronger students who are looking to increase their strength. These versatile tools not only enhance physical strength and conditioning, but also foster essential cognitive and socio-emotional skills.
Weight plates provide a scalable resistance system, allowing students of varying fitness levels to customize their workouts according to their abilities and goals.
This inclusivity promotes a supportive and non-competitive environment, where students feel empowered to challenge themselves without fear of judgment.
Moreover, incorporating weight plates into PE curriculum cultivates critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Students learn to strategize and experiment with different combinations of weights, reps, and sets to optimize their training outcomes. This hands-on approach fosters curiosity and creativity, as students explore the principles of resistance training through trial and error.
Using weight plates encourages teamwork and collaboration as students partner up to spot and support each other during exercises. This cooperative dynamic not only strengthens interpersonal relationships, but also reinforces the importance of communication and trust in achieving shared goals.
Nearly all students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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