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C.S.B.A Supports Physical education as an enhancement for academic performance

An analysis of nearly 200 studies found evidence that regular physical activity supports learning. Read their newsletter
Physical Education Spending Recommendations - February 26, 2007

"Epic Times for Physical Education"

Online PowerPoint Presentation      Download PowerPoint File

Physical Education Spending Recommendations - November 22, 2006

2006-2007 Visual and Performing Arts and Physical Educaction Funding Five Strategies Recommendations For Maximizing Opportunity - INTRODUCTION Download PDF
2006-2007 Visual and Performing Arts and Physical Educaction Funding Five Strategies Recommendations For Maximizing Opportunity (Priorities #1 and #2) Download PDF

Sept. 2006 - The final version of the
Physical Education Model Content Standards for California Public Schools is NOW AVAILABLE on the CDE website, see information below:

A PDF version can be downloaded at:
http://www.cde.ca.gov/re/pn/fd/documents/pestandards.pdf

A summary and ordering information for printed copies can be found at:
http://www.cde.ca.gov/re/pn/fd/pe-stand-pdf.asp
Recommendations by Superintendent O'Connell'sTask Force for Childhood Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease. Review the task force recommendations

"Obesity Trends Among U.S. Adults." Map of U.S. year-by-year from 1985 to 2001 showing (BHFSS) Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System obesity statistics by state.

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March 18, 2003

California is losing federal grant funds that support coordinated school health in our schools.
Important information on how you can help in three easy steps!
CDE Fitness Study
December 10, 2002 California Department of Education Study released: "State Study Proves Physical Fit Kids Peform Better Academically" Read the CDE News Release (PDF)
December 10, 2002 Educators Applaud New Study Showing Physical Education is "Worth the Time" Read the Press Release
December 12, 2002

Academic Achievement and Physical Fitness
PowerPoint Presentation on Results of Study (online)
Download the PowerPoint Slide Show (84 kb)
January 28, 2003 "Poor Fitness Results for 2002 Do Not Surprise Physical Education Community" Read the Press Release