Hello and welcome to the
Physical Education Website @
Science and Arts Academy.

If you would like more specific information regarding the AFTER SCHOOL SPORTS PROGRAM please see the Phys Ed / Athletics  website. 

    Hi, my name is Steven Peter and I am one of Science and Arts Academy's physical education teachers.  I am also acting as Athletic Director, Jump Rope for Heart coordinator, and the Field Day coordinator. 
    I have a BS in Education and a minor in Music from Illinois State University.  I am currently enrolled at Northeastern Illinois University in the Gifted Education masters degree program.  I have taught in both special education(ed,bd) and general public education environments before working at SAA.  I have first aid, CPR, and AED certification thought the American Heart Association and the American Red Cross, that is renewed every other year. 

    Learn more about the PE curriculum and the sporting activities that are taught to the whole school from pre-k all the way up to 8th grade in the link to the left. 
    Athletics:   We have a Soccer Team, Basketball Team, and an Ultimate Frisbee Team.  Each season culminates in a game against the teachers/staff that is great fun and extremely entertaining. 
    Jump Rope for Heart is a great fundraiser that increases awareness about heart disease and stroke.  Participation is voluntary, but most students and parents are more than willing to lend a hand because heart related illnesses impact many of our lives.  Understanding the importance a healthy heart for our family and friends helps to make this event a success.  Students can participate by raising money to support this cause and receive "Thank You Gifts" from the American Heart Association.  Gifts change from year to year, but water bottles, jump ropes, and JRFH t-shirts are standards.  Our JRFH event is held in February near Valentine's Day and we have fun contests and relay races with prizes.  See some great pictures and learn more in the link to the left.
    Field Day is a day of fun and laughter at SAA.  We have great events like: WATER WALK, SHOE KICK, SPOON RELAY, BAG TOSS, POTATO SACK RACE, 3 LEGGED RACE, DISTANCE THROW, POTATO GOLF, AND MANY MORE.  Learn more about this end of the year event in the link to the left.