Dear parents and students, 

My name is Ms. Fasack, and I am the Physical Education teacher for Sonia Sotomayor Community School. 

I am excited about the upcoming school year! As the new school year begins, I ask for your help and cooperation in order to make it successful.

Listed below are the requirements for Physical Education: 

1. Students must wear sneakers during their Physical Education class. This rule is for his/her own safety as well as the safety of the other students. No Crocs, high heels (including wedges), clogs, boots or sandals will be permitted. Sneakers must fit well and stay on the student throughout all activities. 

2. Students must wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. 

3. Shorts should be worn when wearing a skirt or dress. 

4. Jewelry such as bracelets, necklaces and long earrings should not be worn during class.

5. A large portion of your child's grade is based on his/her active participation during class. If, for some reason, your child cannot participate because of an injury or illness, we ask that you please send a short note indicating how long he/she is to be excused, along with the date, your signature, and a phone number. If your child must be excused for an extended period of time (more than 2 days), we request a note from a physician. This will allow us to plan alternative activities accordingly to meet the participation requirements. The classroom teacher, school nurse along with myself will need a copy of the letter.