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Physical Education

Nicholas Plourde

Title: Physical Education Teacher
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School: 203-341-2436
Mobile: 203-341-1864

Jamie Viesselman

Title: Physical Education Teacher
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School: 203-341-1864

K - 5 Philosophy

Physical education is an integral part of the general education program that significantly contributes to the total growth and development of each student, primarily through movement experiences. It is unique because it provides a balance of activities that reflect and challenge the divergent needs of students in the psychomotor, cognitive and affective domains.

The pursuit of optimal fitness and the development of a healthy body are the essence of a good physical education program. Physical educators teach the fundamental concepts, components and the primary principles of physical fitness to develop positive attitudes and motivational techniques that will be continued throughout one’s life. Students are provided the opportunity to experience personal success, develop self-esteem, promote respect for others and acquire interpersonal skills.

As physical educator we are committed to guiding our students to making healthy lifestyle decisions. Our K-5 Physical Education curriculum is designed in accordance with the standards of the National Association for Sport and Physical Education.

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Westport Public Schools is proud to celebrate students from Long Lots Elementary School and Kings Highway Elementary School who were recognized among this year’s winning creators in the 2026 Access Awareness Awards, an annual student video contest sponsored by the Area 9 Cable Council and Optimum of Connecticut. The contest honors original student video productions broadcast on Optimum’s Educational Access Channel 78 and encourages students to build storytelling and video production skills through projects connected to school and community life.

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KHS recently tried a new approach to its One School, One Book experience. After a week of clues building excitement about the mystery book, the big reveal took place with buddy classes gathering to listen to Millie Fleur’s Poison Garden by Christy Mandin. Each student in the building had the opportunity to take the book home and write a special message inside before passing it along to the next family. Throughout the following week, students participated in a variety of connected activities.

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