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May PE Stars

Here are our final PE stars of the year. They received the most votes amongst their peers and Mr. Recker.

PE Stars show excellence in: Work Ethic, Positive Attitude, Focus, Sportsmanship, Leadership


3rd Grade




4th Grade



5th Grade

Student Question - Is Gum bad for you?

A student asked: Is gum bad for you?


Answer: Gum is probably not very harmful if you are chewing a gum very low in sugar. The negative aspect of gum is that it trains our brain & taste buds to want something sweet. This can lead some people to eat more sugar or junk food. However, if the gum is preventing you from unnecessary snacking (on junk food), then it's probably not bad.

Student Question - too much macronutrients?

A student asked: How much macronutrients is too much?


Answer: First off, let me say that if you are eating whole, fresh, natural foods, your chances of overeating macronutrients (protein, carbs, fats) goes way down. If you eat too many of any kind, you can put unwanted stress on the body and create problems with metabolism. Too much is when you overeat to the point you feel stuffed. Too much would also be if you eat when you are not even hungry. Hope that answers your question!

Carbohydrates - macronutrient information

Carbohydrates play an important role in providing energy for the body. The tissues and organs - brain, muscle, liver, blood cells, etc. - can all be fueled by carbohydrates. The best sources of carbohydrates are fresh whole vegetables and fruits. These foods contain sugars that are bound to other beneficial nutrients like fiber, enzymes, vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. Thus, they are not considered refined sugars. The fiber is especially important as it prevents large blood sugar spikes into the bloodstream.

VEGETABLES & FRUITS - #1 source of healthy carbohydrates

Sadly, many people do not consume the majority of their carbs from vegetables and fruits. They consume them from junk food usually in the form of baked goods. Products like cookies, crackers, cakes, chips, candy, soda, and breads are usually high in refined carbohydrates. These are the calories that are most easily converted into unwanted fat in the body. Try to limit these sources of carbs.

Fat - macronutrient information

Dietary fat is absolutely critical to great health. The saying "fat is bad" is nothing more than a myth. The human body evolved throughout time consuming large amounts of fat from animals and plants. Listed below are some of the many reasons our bodies need fat.

* Fat helps form the 3-dimensional structure of our cell membranes

* Fat is critical for the health of our brain and central nervous system

* Fat is necessary for the formation of hormones in our body

* Fat is a great source of energy for our bodies and helps keep blood sugar stable

* Fat helps regulate our body temperature and protect our organs


What are the best fat food sources? My favorites include healthy animal meats, healthy dairy products, eggs, nuts and seeds. Eat them in their freshest, most whole form if possible.


The fats that I would recommend avoiding are trans fats and hydrogenated oils found in junk food. It is also not a great idea to eat a lot of foods containing high amounts of refined vegetable oils.

April PE Stars

These students received the most votes for April, based on their ability to show excellence in the following categories: 1. Work Eithic 2. Positive Attitude 3. Focus 4. Sportsmanship 5. Leadership



5th Grade




4th Grade




3rd Grade