Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.

1. How often do we have gym at Pierson?
2. Do we need sneakers for gym class?
3. If I forget sneakers for gym, can I play inside the gym in my socks?
4. Is there one class or two gym classes at the same time, like at Joel?
5. Do boys and girls have gym class together.
6. Do we need anything for gym other than sneakers (ie. gym clothes)?
7. Do/can we take showers?

How often do we have gym at Pierson?

You have gym class twice a week for 40 minutes.

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Do we need sneakers for gym class?

Yes ! Preferably with laces, so that the children can tie them tight for Pierson's  
activities. At this age the children are so much faster and stronger that they need to 
start protecting their ankles and feet.

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If I forget sneakers for gym, can I play inside the gym in my socks?

Sorry, Pierson's policy is : No sneakers, no gym !

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Is there one class or two gym classes at the same time, like at Joel?

Only one at a time. Pierson's gymnasium is the smallest in Clinton and there's only one 
gym teacher.

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Do boys and girls have gym class together.

Yes.

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Do we need anything for gym other than sneakers (ie. gym clothes)?

No. A good pair of sneakers tied tightly is good enough.

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Do/can we take showers?

Sorry, there are no showers or locker rooms at Pierson.

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