Athletics & Physical Education

Fostering Health in Body, Mind and Spirit

Central to the philosophy of The Washington Latin School is the belief that the highest levels of individual achievement and fulfillment are attained through a balance of mind, body and spirit, and that the development of each is of equal importance.  That core belief shapes the Department of Wellness & Sport.   It is therefore imperative that every student achieve a strong foundation in physical education.  The benefits of fitness and healthy diet are important in the formative years of a child’s life and provide the basis for life-long healthy behavior and positive social and physical development.

Students are also exposed to the fundamental skills and strategies necessary to compete successfully in interscholastic contests.  Washington Latin fields after-school athletic programs open to all students of the school.  It is the intention of the Physical Education Department to provide support for the coaches of the various sports by introducing students to the skills and strategies required in these sports. The department focuses on soccer, basketball, baseball, tennis, running and agility work during the year.  In conjunction with these skills, every student works to enhance his or her own strength and fitness through individual stretching and exercise.

President’s Challenge

Every student takes part in the President’s Physical Fitness Challenge program.  This program exposes the students to stretching and strength and endurance exercises.  Every student is tested in September and again at the end of the year in compliance with the Challenge. In addition, every student takes part in a progressive endurance program that requires him or her to complete a mile run.

Personal Wellness Plan

In addition to programs in sport and P.E., every student is required to complete a Personal Wellness Plan (PWP) in which he or she is required to track diet, sleep and exercise for a period of several weeks; by reflecting on this information through essays and journaling, scholars have an opportunity to set wellness goals for themselves.

Extracurricular Sports

2009-2010 (Planned)

Autumn: Soccer, Cross-country

Winter: Basketball, Fencing

Spring: Baseball, Tennis