Evarts Elementary

PE Safety Update for grades 4-8: Proper Footwear Required

To keep our students safe during Physical Education, we are adopting a more protective footwear policy.
Students are required to wear tennis shoes or athletic-style shoes while participating in PE. These shoes should have:
✅ Closed toe and heel
✅ Non-slip rubber soles
✅ Secure laces or straps

Students may bring athletic shoes to change into before PE or wear them throughout the day—whatever is most convenient.
Shoes that are not accepted include (but are not limited to):
❌ Slide-on shoes
❌ Hey Dudes
❌ Clogs or Crocs
❌ Sandals
❌ Dress shoes

1. The American Academy of Pediatrics reports that students wearing athletic shoes are up to 60% less likely to suffer lower-body injuries during physical activity.
2. The Journal of Sports Medicine also finds that athletic shoes provide better traction, ankle support, and impact protection, reducing the chance of slips and sprains.

Your cooperation helps us keep PE fun, safe, and injury-free for every student!