Champions for Life News & Resources
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Champions for Life Foundation News
In today’s academic environment, where high-stakes testing and rigorous curricula dominate the school day, recess is often perceived as a luxury rather than a necessity. Yet, research consistently highlights that quality recess is crucial in improving classroom behaviour, fostering social development, and enhancing cognitive performance.
The benefits of recess extend far beyond the playground. It improves academics, social development, mental health, and school climate. Schools that prioritize recess invest in their students' success, helping them become healthier, happier, and more engaged learners.
We’re thrilled to share a significant milestone for physical literacy and leadership in Canada! The Champions for Life Foundation and Recess Guardians, two organizations committed to promoting active, healthy lifestyles among young Canadians, officially join forces to amplify our impact nationwide.
Physical Literacy Tips
Spring in Canada brings longer days, warmer weather, and the perfect opportunity to encourage students to get active. While physical activity is essential year-round, May and June (depending on your province) mark National Physical Activity and Sports Month—a time to celebrate movement, promote wellness, and inspire healthy habits in school communities.
Host your own Mini Olympics to celebrate the upcoming #Paris2024 Olympics and promote the importance of staying active with the whole family. It's a fun and engaging way for families to spend time together, enjoy the outdoors, and practice fundamental movements that are key to physical literacy.
Every summer, more than 260,000 children in Quebec attend summer camps. Camps are often synonymous with fun, and a great way to make memories with friends. It's also an opportunity to get moving and discover a variety of physical activities.
Our Latest Impact Reports
The Champions for Life Foundation issues annual reports based on a fiscal year that runs from July 1st to June 30th. The following documents provide a snapshot of the foundation's activities and achievements, along with our financial statements.
The saying goes, "the comeback is greater than the setback." This mindset is why we chose the theme for this year's annual report: Bolder & Stronger Together. As the number of participants we support grows, CFLF is developing innovative ways to empower children to build the skills to be active for life! We are demonstrating agility, dedication, and pursuit of continual improvement through our communications, use of technology, and building partnerships to serve more children.
Despite the challenges of the pandemic during the past year, it has been an experience of tremendous personal and professional growth for our leadership team and board of directors. Guided by our renewed vision, mission and values, we pivoted in 2020-21 to continue offering our programs in schools. We reached more children by supporting teachers and educators through the delivery of our new digital programs & resources.
Fun Games That Build Fundamental Movement Skills
Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to get your students moving while reinforcing their physical literacy skills? Our interactive Physical Activity Bingo game is perfect for young children in Kindergarten through Grade 2. It offers an exciting way to get students active while helping them practice key movement skills like balance, locomotion, and object control. Plus, it's a creative way to incorporate physical activity into the school day.
As the days have grown shorter and the leaves have turned shades of orange, there's an undeniable buzz in the air. Halloween is approaching, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to infuse your classes with the excitement and energy of the season.
The goal of this game is for students to swap places with their teammates without allowing the witch to steal their spot in the haunted house.
