(b) The content Standard for physical education, as set out in the department's publication entitled Alaska Physical Education Standard, as revised as of March 9, 2010, are adopted by reference.

Children in grades K-2 are very active and enjoy learning and exploring new ways to move and be active. Physical education will support the development of a wide variety of fine and gross motor activities that involve locomotion, non-locomotion, and manipulation of objects. Students will be engaged in a variety of physical activities that emphasize social interaction, future participation, and enjoyment of life-long physical activity.

By the end of Grade 2, students will: Standard A Demonstrate competency in motor and movement skills needed to perform a variety of physical activities...

In grades 3-5, students will attain mature motor skills, use movement patterns, learn movement concepts and explore fitness concepts. Personal and social skills are emphasized through cooperative activities and the introduction of modified games.

By the end of Grade 5, students will: Standard A Demonstrate competency in motor and movement skills needed to perform a variety of physical activities...

(c) ...a school district shall establish guidelines for schools in the district to provide opportunities during each full school day for students in grades kindergarten through eight for a minimum of 90 percent of the daily amount of physical activity recommended for children and adolescents in the physical activity guidelines by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, United States Department of Health and Human Services. The time provided for physical activity under this subsection may include physical education classes and opportunities for unstructured physical activity, such as recess.

This document addresses adopting a physical education curriculum for grades K-12.

This document addresses adopting a PE curriculum for grades K-12.