2008
Summary Report Survey of Physical Educators In 2008, The First Tee developed and distributed an integrated, detailed survey to over 325 physical education professionals delivering The First Tee National School Program as a part of their schools’ elementary physical education programs. The survey polled physical educators on four key program areas: Curriculum, Equipment, Training and Impact of Core Values on students. The information below provides a synopsis of the feedback results:
1. 1 Curriculum o 75% rated the curriculum as “excellent” and 23% as “good” o 98% reported that students enjoyed learning about golf via the National School Program o 100% of teachers reported that the National School Program lessons help students learn basic golf motor skills and concepts o 49% of teachers reported that the National School Program training and lessons has influenced the methods they use when teaching other P.E. activities
2. 2 Equipment o 99% evaluated the SNAG equipment as developmentally appropriate and effective for elementary students
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3. 3 Training o 87% of teachers are interested in updates and best practices and 75% are interested in additional training
4. 4 Core Values o 50% reported that the Core Values have had a positive impact on student behavior in P.E. class. 14% reported that there was carry-over impact in other P.E. and school activities continued on next page...
Below are a few quotes from our National School Program physical educators that were collected in the survey: • “The values my students have learned through the National School Program have that factor of carry over into their lives as productive citizens of society. It has become real and meaningful to them and they are able to understand and tell you what these values really mean and how it has affected them in other areas of their lives.”
Robin Randolph, Union Elementary, Brunswick County Schools, Shallotte, NC
• “While teaching the National School Program lessons, the confidence level of students improves from beginning to end of the lesson. Many have never tried golf and assume it to be too hard. After going through the lessons they see that it is more than possible for them to play.”
Deborah Tyler, Hidden Hollow Elementary, Humble ISD, Kingwood, TX
• “I have found that the student is generally better behaved when he is responsible and accountable for his own behavior. I have also noticed that The First Tee Nine Core Values have helped develop emotional intelligence in some of my students.”
Cal Hyer, Unity Elementary, Troup County School District, La Grange, GA
• “I have noticed many behavior improvements for some students who have anger management issues. I have also heard from other teachers that students are doing better during recess.”
Physical Educator, Charlottesville City Schools, Charlottesville, VA
• “These 9 words [The First Tee Nine Core Values] have become part of our P.E. vocabulary. I have noticed a lot less pouting and more perseverance when a new skill is introduced. Honesty in games is also more prevalent because the children understand that they do not want to lose their integrity.”
Shann Griffin, R.D. Head Elementary, Gwinnett County School District, Lilburn, GA