Natatorium Field Trip

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Our third and first grade students, about 240 students, get a fantastic opportunity to learn about water safety and how to prevent accidents around various bodies of water. We take a field trip to our school district’s natatorium where the employees there teach a water safety course. At the end of the lesson, the students get to participate in a free swim where they are able to put their newfound knowledge of water safety to use. This is a great opportunity because it promotes accident prevention in what can be a very dangerous environment for young children or anyone who is not comfortable around water. It also exposes our students to the sports of swimming and diving which may spark a new healthy interest/hobby.

3rd Grade Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills:

(2) Health behaviors. The student recognizes and performs behaviors that reduce health risks throughout the life span. The student is expected to:

(A) explain the need for obeying safety rules at home, school, work, and play such as bike safety