X-Block Football

Philosophy: By nature, human beings want to be active. People, especially children, feel energized after playing a sport, dancing, working out, or simply going for a walk. Opportunities to be active are an important part of the growth process for young people. X-Block Football is a chance for students to participate in a safe and fun activity that helps to promote an active and healthy lifestyle.

The Activity: X-Block Football is an activity designed to give 8^th grade Purple and Silver Team students an opportunity to participate in a fun, safe, and competitive game of two-hand-touch football.

Goals of the Activity:

1) To allow students, especially those who don’t already play on a sports team, to compete in a fun and competitive game.

2) To give students the opportunity to learn important life skills like teamwork, fair play, respect for other students, and to form friendships that could last for years to come.

3) To motivate students to fulfill academic and social responsibilities like completing homework, working hard in class, and conducting themselves with maturity and respect for themselves and others during the school day.

4) To have fun!