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Physical Education Exemptions for Illness

Physical Education Exemptions for Illness

State law allows PE exemptions for medical illness.

Nevada Administrative Code 389.488 Exemption from physical education.

  1. A school district shall exempt a pupil from taking the course in physical education if the pupil requests the exemption on the basis of his or her:
    • (a) Physical or mental condition, and the request is supported by a written statement from a physician;
    • (b) Religious belief, and the request is supported by a written statement from the pupil's parent or guardian;
    • (c) Enrollment in the Reserve Officer Training Corps; or
    • (d) Intended enrollment in a program which is comparable to the course in physical education.
Policy Type
Regulation
Source
Nevada Administrative Code