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State and District Implementation of the National Physical Education Standards

SHAPE America’s National Physical Education Standards define what a student should know and be able to do as result of a highly effective physical education program. States and local school districts across the country use the National Physical Education Standards to develop or revise existing standards, frameworks and curricula.

State and district administrators are encouraged to learn more about the new National Physical Education Standards and how they can be used as the foundation for high-quality physical education instruction that makes a positive difference in the health and well-being of every student. In the months ahead, SHAPE America will be providing additional resources, including a State Adoption Toolkit.

The AFT applauds SHAPE America for understanding that educators today need a culture of collaboration, proper teaching and learning conditions, and real voice and agency. Inclusive task forces worked deliberately and thoughtfully to develop the updated National Health Education Standards and National Physical Education Standards through admirably open and iterative engagement. As a result, the new standards reflect educators’ commitment to real solutions for children’s well-being.

Randi Weingarten President, American Federation of Teachers

Are you ready to dive into SHAPE America’s National Physical Education Standards? This Educator Kit includes the National Physical Education Standards, Rationale and Grade-Span Learning Indicators … and much more!

Learn what has changed in the new standards (and why) and get additional resources you can share with administrators, colleagues, parents, and the community!

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