s.m.a.r.t. at home

Why is my child participating in the S.M.A.R.T. program?
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The American Academy of Pediatrics recognizes the high value of movement for learning. Their policy statement quotes:

“Physical activity is crucial to the development of a child's brain. Movement helps to enhance neural connections, supports cognitive development, and improves overall learning outcomes.”

Recognizing that real learning and brain development depends on rich experiences and fundamental movement, S.M.A.R.T. is a program that brings brain stimulating, developmentally rich movement activities into the classroom in fun and active ways. S.M.A.R.T. targets the learning readiness skills necessary for a student’s academic and social/emotional success. Implementing S.M.A.R.T. for 20-30 minutes a day gives your child the “brain boost” they need for continued learning. 

Ask your child’s teacher to share some of the activities with you and encourage your child to show you some of the movements at home!

Teachers, 
Click here to download a free Parent Letter here to send to the families of your students this year! >>