Come on! Lets take a field trip to the Timberline High School
Pool.
Slide 3
Hey, Mr. Barnes! What should I expect to see when we go
swimming? Well student, Im glad you asked. I have put together some
pictures that will give you an idea of what to expect as we get
ready to head to the pool for swimming. I know, some of you are a
little nervous because maybe its your first time swimmingmaybe you
are embarrassed because you cant swim. Its going to be OK! It is
natural to feel a little nervous so I understand. Remember that I
am going to be there with you to help you. You will not be forced
to do anything you are not comfortable doing.
Slide 4
You will be looking through the eyes of the line leader so here
we go! Here we are at the cedar tree at the front doors of our gym
at Lakes. The building behind the trees is where we will be going.
The pool is inside this building.
Slide 5
Please stop at the office to pick up a crossing guard flag!
Make certain all cars have completely stopped before entering the
crosswalk. We want to cross as quickly as possible, but do NOT run.
Stay grouped together so we can cross safely.
Slide 6
Busy Parking Lot Just because we have made it safely across the
street doesnt mean we stop watching for cars. Please use the
sidewalk when possible to avoid cars driving through the lot.
Slide 7
Were getting closer Now its getting easy to see the pool
building. You see it? Notice the crosswalks and sidewalkuse
them.
Slide 8
Now I see itI think. There it is! Look, its back there.
Slide 9
Finally, we made it! This is what you see as you walk through
the front doors. You will stop here on the first day so Mr. Barnes
can explain to you step by step where things are, how things will
work, and what to do next. Just so you know the locker rooms are in
this area. You will change in the locker rooms when you get out of
the pool. If you mess around in the locker room you will miss pool
time the next swim day. Get in, get dressed, get out, & get in
line.
Slide 10
Both Locker Rooms Look the Same? Really? YES! Showerspretty
basic. Be respectful! No playing around, no screaming, no banging
on the wall, no inappropriate commentsbe smart! Swim time will be
lost for those who choose not to behave appropriately.
Slide 11
OK are you ready to see the pool? Isnt she a beauty?
Slide 12
Sorry, just kidding. Here it is.
Slide 13
Have a seat please. Boys will put their belongings on these
bleachers. Keep your clothes off the floor because they will get
wet. Trust me. Girls will be seated here. Keep your clothes and
belongings off the floor because they will get wet.
Slide 14
Be Cool, Follow the Rule!
Slide 15
MORE RULES!!! Thats right, lots of rules. This is the diving
tank or what some people might call the deep pool. This pool it
totally separated from the lap pool. Need I say more? DIVING
BOARD
Slide 16
On your mark, set, DONT go! These orange caps cover the
starting blocks that are used by the swim team for their races. Do
NOT climb on or hang from the starting blocks.
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well?... As you can see it really isnt a big deal. We have an
opportunity that none of the other Lacey elementary schools have.
We get to learn about swimming, floating and being water safe. My
goal is to help you be prepared when you are in, on and around the
water whether it be at a swimming pool at home or a lake when you
are fishing or boating. If you cant swim make it your goal to learn
how to float. If you are afraid of the water, make it your goal to
at least get in the water. Not everybody will have the same goal.
We will be safe and we will have fun learning about water safety.
Remember, its OK to be a little nervous but dont panic. Feel free
to stop by the gym and ask me questions.