File:  JLJ* - Physical Activity

The Board believes students who engage in physical activity as part of the learning environment are healthier and more likely to be engage learners.

All district students shall be provided opportunities to engage in daily physical activity. The district shall include not less than the minimum required amount of physical activity in the schedules of students attending elementary schools (30 minutes/day) as set forth in the state law. Middle and high school students shall be afforded opportunities for physical activity that are age-appropriate. Students with medical and physical limitations that might affect the student's ability to participate in a scheduled physical activity shall be provided appropriate activities, consistent with the federal and state law.

For purposes of this policy, "physical activity" may include but is not limited to:

1.  Exercise programs

2.  Fitness breaks

3.  Recess

4.  Field trips that include physical activity

5.  Classroom activities that include physical activity

6.  Physical education classes

A school shall not substitute non-instructional physical activity for standards-based physical education instruction.

Exceptions to required amounts of physical activity may be allowed for school closures, in accordance with the law.

Adopted:  January 26, 2016

LEGAL REFS.:  C.R.S. 22-32-136 (policies to improve children's nutrition and wellness)

C.R.S. 22-32-136.5 (3)(a) (physical activity policy required)

CROSS REFS.:  ADF, School Wellness

JLCA, Physical Examinations of Students