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This article provides guidance on how to plan and organize a successful intramural program, including setting goals, acquiring administrative support, organizing equipment, and evaluating the program. It also shares examples from ECMS and C.H. Norton schools in Ontario.
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CIRA ONTARIOPRESENTS The far side of INTRAMURALS
Planning a Successful Intramural Program WHERE DO I START?? * SET GOALS AND OBJECTIVES * EVALUATE YOUR SITUATION * ACQUIRE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT * ACQUIRE STAFF INVOLVEMENT * PLAN YOUR PROGRAM * ORGANIZE EQUIPMENT * DECIDE ON USE OF AWARDS * DECIDE ON USE OF OFFICIALS * ADVERTISE YOUR PROGRAM * EVALUATE – CHANGE and GROW
ECMS Home of the Energy Sept - Loose Change Challenge Tug of War – Playday Feb - ROCKS n ROPES Oct - Class Volleyball March – 3 on 3 BBall RPS SUPER ChallengeECMS Records Week Nov - Beach Blast – 2Ball April - Badminton Dec - NBA 2Ball May - Badminton Jan - gr 6-7 Dodgeball June – Free Play/Drop In gr 8 Indoor Soccer 4 Square Challenge * monthly class challenges*
WHAT WORKS FOR ME? 1. Student Leadership 2. Publicity 3. Recognition - Awards 4. Staff Involvement 5. Something for Everyone 6. Equipment 7. Fun! Fun! Fun!
ECMS RECOGNITION * Trophies * Pennants * T-shirts * Spirit bracelets * Announcements * Teacher challenges * Open Gym * Food
“FUN” DRAISERS LOOSE CHANGE CHALLENGE SHOPPING CART EXTRAVAGANZA LAZY BOY DAY SPIRIT WEAR and BRACELETS BUY INS and BUY OUTS CHARITY MONTH food drive, mitten tree, schools 4 schools TURKEY SHOOT-PIZZA SHOOT FREEZIES
TOMKEN RD – M.S.Mississauga – Murray Speers All grade 6-7-8 intramurals are co-ed INTRAMURAL LEAGUES LEAGUE DATE Indoor Soccer Sept- Oct Flag Football Sept-Oct Volleyball Nov – Dec 3 vs 3 Basketball Jan – Feb T.B.H.L. & Handball Mar – June 3 Pitch Baseball April – June Overlap works because grade 6, 7, 8 have designated days for their program and they have gyms in two schools. At Tomken Rd. intramurals come before school teams for gym time. SPECIAL EVENTS INCLUDE: Fall Classic Fun-Run, Table Tennis Tournament, NBA 2 Ball, T.B.H.L. Showdown, Jump Rope
September Ultimate Football October Volleyball November Volleyball/Dodgeball December Dodgeball January Basketball (3 on 3) February Gladiators March European Handball April Tchoukball May-June Survivor (4-8) Every Friday is Tournament Day for K- 8. Primary Juniors run 2 breaks a week each with Low Org Games led by Student Leadership group. Gladiators is a competition were the Leadership students are the Gladiators. They take on names and each day there is a new challenge for the student. Some are individual (head to head competitions) and some are more like obstacle course challenges with Galdiator obstacles. Survivor starts with close to 400 students from 4 - 8 in teams and eliminate by votes for losing teams. I keep eliminating until I have one sole SURVIVOR!! CLEMENS MILLS - P.S.Cambridge – Chris Wilson
BEACHBURG P.S.Pembroke – Nancy Crago Sept / Oct - flag football/running club (Turkey Trot - students try to guess how long it takes them to do a lap of the field), Terry Fox falls here as well so anything along that theme... Nov – volleyball, primary blanket volleyball and nukum volleyball Dec - usually do a variety of things in Dec, like coop games/noodle games/ smaller space games Jan - Cosum hockey (this is the biggest hit at our school), also do a double elimination schlockey tourney Feb - Dodgeball (no teams, usually split grades 3/4/5, and 6-8) March/April - basketball, 2 Ball tourney, speed stacking events April - Soccer, also do a double elimination badminton tourney, Turn Off the TV week also usually falls here, and I keep the gym open for the week after school 1 hour (for grades P), and 3 nights for 1 hour for J/I grades May/ June - softball, also did whippet last year for my first time, also have done rugby ... Jump Rope for Heart falls here, so I often run random jump things
C.H. Norton P.S. – Burlington There are several keys to the successful implementation of the intramural program at C.H. Norton School. The single most important contributing factor is that students enjoy being a part of the atmosphere. Staff – having a large staff is very helpful in terms of each one of us taking on different roles to assist in the monthly activities. While one key teacher oversees the year, many hands make for lighter work.Students – all students are given opportunities for participation as well as leadership. Students will often be seen asking staff how they can be involved in the activities. It has become a natural part of the program to see younger students with clipboards keeping score or just being there to encourage primary students as they participate in the activities.Administration – the support of the Principal and Vice Principal is also crucial to the success of the program. Many times the two of them will be seen engaged with the students in games and this always draws excitement!Balance of games and activities – providing a balance ensures that there is success for all students who come to participate. At times, it is important to incorporate higher skilled games such as hockey in order to elevate and showcase the strengths of some students.
CH Norton (cont.) Organization – intramurals are much more successful when the students are included as part of teams instead of a “drop in” organization. Being part of a team gives the students the incentive to believe in the team and makes them accountable for attendance purposes. Therefore, once the activities are decided upon, staff will ensure that one key staff member receives the list of students who have an interest in participating. At this point they are all included on teams and cross-referenced by the homeroom teacher to ensure no one is left out. Promotion – our school is keen on having high profile announcements that build on the success of the activities. For example, there are weekly (or even daily) announcements that will give the rest of the school feedback on the excitement of the previous activities. When we are preparing for new house leagues, we spend a considerable amount of time having music and “guest” speakers on the PA to promote the upcoming FUN.
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For 10 years, CIRA Ontario members have been recognized for their outstanding intramural programs. In 2009, over 70 CIRA Ontario members were presented with recognition banners. Programs must offer a varied line up of activities, promote fun active participation, fair play and involve students in a leadership capacity. Applicants must be a member of CIRA Ontario. CIRA INTRAMURAL AWARDS
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RAISE THE BAR The games and activities that you offer must represent the philosophy of intramurals – anyone can play regardless of skill level and still have fun. Therefore, it is imperative that games of low organization, mass participation and minimum need for previous experience are chosen.Below is an example of a year – long intramural schedule at a secondary school
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PHE CANADA INTRAMURALOGY This introductory resource is for you, the organizers who are interested in providing intramural programs at your school or community recreation facility. At school, most often it is Physical Education teachers and athletics staff coordinators who meet the challenge of developing and implementing intramural programs. However, more and more often other staff, parent volunteers and student leaders are becoming involved in providing increased physical activity opportunities and fun! This resource sets out to quickly orient and introduce the reader to the many experiences for students and the components of an intramural program. This guide will help you design and launch a new intramural program, or enhance an existing program.
The benefits of intramurals are numerous, ranging from increasing the physical activity level of our kids to improving their sense of self esteem and self worth. Quality intramural programs also help schools develop a more positive, safe and dynamic school environment.
