The district physical education program is designed to help students develop an understanding and appreciation of the values of fitness and wellness through physical activity. Students will acquire various knowledge and skills that will directly enhance their well being. Through information learned, students will be better prepared to reach goals, develop effective personal management skills, improve self-esteem, maintain positive relationships, and live healthy and productive lives. The Health education program is based on the concept of both health and wellness.
Health is defined as the state of one s emotional, intellectual, social and physical well-being.
Wellness is the act of choosing behaviors that will improve the health and quality of one s life. Our health educators promote the students and school community's ability to facilitate the choice of wellness as it leads towards optimal health. Athletics Athletics at Sleepy Hollow has enjoyed a rich tradition of excellence. Our athletes and coaches are work hard to produce a competitive team that the community can be proud of. With 39 teams in action plus intramural activities, the students of Sleepy Hollow have many opportunities to develop athletic skills, a sense of responsibility, effective communication skills, healthy decision making, the importance of teamwork, and the ability to set goals and work towards reaching them.