Comprehensive Physical Activity Programs

Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity.--John F. Kennedy

Are kids getting 60 Minutes? No.<1 in 4 elementary

students get 20’of vigorous PA/week.

>1/3 of MS students are physically active,<3 days/week.

Nearly 10% of HS students participate in no PA/week.

Getting Kids Moving! The American Alliance for

Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) supports the goal of the Let's Move campaign.

What Are the Goals of a CSPAP?Provide 60 minutes of

moderate to vigorous physical activities every day.

Enhance coordination among the CSPAP components

Component #1

Physical Education is an academic subject.

Physical Education: The Foundation

Fitness is Key to Academic Achievement Academic Performance◦ Higher levels of fitness are associated with better

academic performance. School Attendance◦ Higher levels of fitness are associated with better

school attendance. School Incidents◦ Higher levels of fitness are associated with fewer

negative school incidents [including incidents involving drugs, alcohol, violence and truancy].”

Component #2

Active ClassroomsPhysical activity integrated in classroom lessonsPhysical activity breaks in the classroom

Daily RecessElementary SchoolDrop-in physical activity available

for middle/high schools

Physical Activity: During the School Day

JAMmin’ MinuteJAMmin’ Minute®: A one

minute fitness routine that includes five simple exercises for kids (and staff).

Movements can be done sitting or standing.

Requires no equipment.Free email every week.Develops leadership and

communication skills.

Daily Recess Opportunity to

participate in free-time physical activity and practice skills learned in physical education classes

Enhances cooperation and negotiation skills

Running ClubDesigned to create

more physical activity at recess for all students. 

Track mileage with stickers on a poster

Aligns to MN PE Standard 3 – Participates regularly and Standard 6 – Values activity for health.

Component #3

Create walk and bike opportunities to school in collaboration with parents and community organizations.

Open and supervise physical activity facilities

Organize physical activity clubs and intramural sports for all abilities.

Physical Activity: Before and After School

Century ClubCreate more PA outside

the school day . Students turn in mileage

forms as apart of PE grade.

Aligns to MN PE: Standard 3 – Participates

regularly Standard 6 – Values activity

for health.

Intramural SportsBefore, during, and

after schoolOpportunities to

participate, regardless of ability level

Incorporate lifetime physical activities

AthleticsEnhances

cooperative and competitive skills

Help students learn sport-specific and performance-based skills

Component #4Staff Involvement

Provide opportunities for PA in the classroom (and be an active participant)

All the benefits of PA applies to adults

School Based Wellness Committee

District Wellness Policy Committee

Component #5

Include physical education and physical activity information on the school website and in each school newsletter.

Invite community participation in special events (e.g., Fitness Night and 5K run/walk).

Family and Community Involvement

Keys to SuccessContinued use of Let’s Move in

School toolkit and resources.Recognize time implications to

implement.Engage partners and supporters.Take one step at a time.Celebrate successes!

MNAPHERD Contact Information

http://mnahperd.org/

Minnesota (NASPE) StandardsDemonstrates competency in motor skills and movement

patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.Demonstrates understanding of movement concepts,

principles, strategies, and tactics as they apply to the learning and performance of physical activities.

Participates regularly in physical activity.Achieves and maintains a health enhancing level of physical

fitness.Exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that

respects self and others in physical activity settings.Values physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge,

self-expression, and/or social interaction.

Lesson Design – What do we want to see? Safety

Creating a safe environment:

Physical

space equipment

trampoline activities

boy on parachute /flashlight tag golf classtumbling

Emotional Engaging activities in which all are focused on their own efforts –

no negative spotlights / lots of pinpointing Treatment of others

Safety Protocols Falling Rough Play

Lesson DesignPersonally Relevant

FUN Discipline

Lesson DesignVigorous and Active

Motivation = Eager studentsWhat’s in it for me? winners/losers vs experts (3M sales staff)Level playing field (golf league) The brass ring is within reach -Properly motivated kids will run to exhaustion (adults can’t run?)

Interruptions Selection of activities

Redesigning activities

Elimination GamesRelays

Lesson DesignCharacter Development and ReinforcementSelf-Policed Activities

Tagger is always rightDispute Resolution

RPSFairness / Honesty

Death PenaltyTreatment of Peers