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Saint Anthony of Padua School, Gardena, CA

Gardena, CA, Telephone: (310) 329-7170

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Physical Education

Rubalcava_102x122Welcome to the Physical Education Home Page!

Mrs. Rubalcava attended Gardena public schools where she was actively involved in athletics playing softball from the age of 5 throughout high school, and basketball from middle school through High School. Prior to becoming a mother of three, she worked for the Richstone Family Center, working with prenatal moms through preschool children through the HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) and PAT (Parents as Teachers) programs offered through the Lawndale School District. She earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Human Services from the University of Phoenix in 2008. Her experience in HIPPY and PAT made her realize the importance of being the primary educator for her own children and she had the opportunity to become a stay-at-home mom to provide for her children until they reached school age. Recently, this past May 2022, the Rubalcava family welcomed a new addition. A sweet baby boy who is just a few months old. 

While raising her kids, Mrs. Rubalcava became increasingly passionate about teaching her family to live a healthy and active lifestyle. She became knowledgeable in developing healthy eating and exercise habits. Mrs. Rubalcava is passionate about instilling these values into her students. In addition to taking college courses in kinesiology, she has participated in Cross-fit and currently enjoys staying active through hiking, weightlifting, bike riding, swimming and other outdoor activities. She has coached community youth softball and soccer teams. 

Since 2016, she has been actively involved at St. Anthony of Padua school as a PE aid, Daycare instructor, kinder aide. Mrs. Rubalcava is the current Physical Education Instructor and has been for the past four years. She has also been an active member of the St. Anthony parish community which has been her spiritual home since childhood. She served as a Core member for the LIFE TEEN program at St. Anthony’s for 6 years and has served as the coordinator for weddings and Quinceanera ceremonies for the parish since 2005. Having witnessed the experience of her own children in the Catholic school environment at St. Anthony’s and the impact it makes on affirming the values of faith and knowledge within a caring and supportive community, she looks forward to serving the students of St. Anthony’s as a Physical Education instructor, teaching them the importance of recognizing God’s presence through healthy and active living.

Quick Links

  • PE 2022-2023 Welcome Letter
  • PE Class Syllabus 2022-2023
  • PE Schedules 2022-2023
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Physical Education Open House Video

January 31, 2022 By Monica Rubalcava Leave a Comment

Hello, Welcome to the P.E. Blog Page. If you would like to learn what our program is about, please click on the link below to view our Open House Video. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jakDYCsZhOc_1G1xSiRN0EevjvOI51ZQ/view. God Bless, Mrs. Monica Rubalcava … [Read more...]

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1/11-13/22 – P.E. Schedule (ZOOM/HYBRID)

January 11, 2022 By Monica Rubalcava Leave a Comment

Good morning, Below  you will find the P.E. schedule for this week along with the Zoom Link. For todays classes, I have already posted the same link and alternative assignment in the appropriate Google Classroom and SeeSaw Account. I will continue to do so each morning for this week. If we are able to come back to campus beginning tomorrow, I will still offer P.E. via … [Read more...]

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P.E. Week – 1 (8/24-26/21)

August 24, 2021 By Monica Rubalcava Leave a Comment

Good Afternoon, This week we begin Physical Education classes. Please be sure to pack a refillable water bottle for your student. All classes will go over P.E. class rules, the syllabus, and practice warm-ups. I am so excited to have all students back on campus and I look forward to a memorable school year! God Bless, Mrs. Rubalcava … [Read more...]

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Welcome Back!

August 18, 2021 By Monica Rubalcava Leave a Comment

Good morning Students and Families, I hope you all had a refreshing summer break!. As we begin he new school year I would like to share some reminders regarding Physical Education classes. P.E. classes will resume next week beginning Tuesday August 24th. Students are expected to be dressed in P.E. uniform on their assigned class day. This includes a P.E. shirt, which can be … [Read more...]

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P.E. WEEK 35 (5/24-28/21)

May 24, 2021 By Monica Rubalcava Leave a Comment

Good afternoon St. Anthony of Padua Students and Families, This week is regular schedule, and our last live P.E. Zoom class for this school year. On the week ending 6/4/21, there will be a P.E. make up assignment that will aide students needing extra credit. Students who do not need the credit will not need to complete the assignment. I look forward to seeing all … [Read more...]

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St. Anthony of Padua School

1003 W. 163rd St.
Gardena, CA 90247
Phone: 310-329-7170
Fax: 310-329-9843
Daycare: 310-818-5601

St. Anthony of Padua Preschool

1044 163rd St.
Gardena, CA 90247
Phone: 310-329-8654
Preschool Website

St. Anthony of Padua Church

1050 163rd St.
Gardena, CA 90247
Phone: 310-327-5830
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