1. The importance of physical education in schools
High School Administrators
Kyle Muckley

2. The Facts
The percentage of overweight children and adolescents in the US has nearly tripled since the early 1970’s
According to the YRBSS most recent national survey in 2013, percent of high school students were obese, and 16.6 percent were overweight.
One in three U.S. kids is overweight or obese, but only six states adhere to standards from the National Association of Sports and Physical Education
Katie - February 15, 2011

3. The facts
There was an increase from 1999 to 2013 in the prevalence of students nationwide who were obese (10.6 percent to 13.7 percent) and who were overweight (14.2 percent to 16.6 percent)
Childhood obesity has been linked to
diabetes,
high blood pressure
depression
anxiety
poor academic performance

4. The facts
Just three states have 20 minutes of mandatory elementary-school recess a day
Teachers have a unique opportunity to instill lifelong health and fitness habits in students through nutritional education, gym activities, yoga, and even purposeful play at recess
Many schools, however, lack the basic equipment needed to bring these initiatives to life

5. a Simple weight room
A simple weight room can make a huge impact on students.

6. Creative fitness programs
Creative teachers can find and create ways to get students active and ingaged when they have the support from their administration.

7. The research
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago analyzed results of a survey sent to every state except Hawaii, Alaska and Wyoming, in which administrators in 1,761 schools and 690 school districts were asked questions about physical education (P.E.) policies, practices, and nutrition at their schools. Their responses were compared with information collected about state laws and school district policies related to P.E. and recess. /

8. The research
Researchers found that the 4% of schools in the six strong states or districts were nearly three times more likely to meet the 150-minute recommendation
In comparison, 17 states and 29% of school districts were considered weak
Twenty-four states and 67% of school districts had NO P.E. policies

9. The research
When it comes to mandatory recess, five states were ranked weak.
39 had no recess law.
Just 19% of school districts required daily recess.
17% required some recess but less than 20 minutes a day.
64% had no recess policy at all
Researchers found a significant either-or effect : schools that met the recess standards were less likely to meet the P.E. guidelines, and vice versa.

10. The truth
It’s not surprising that so few schools are embracing the exercise guidelines. There are only so many hours in the school day, and budget cuts and increased testing pressure means most schools decide that physical activity is not critical
Sandy Slater, an assistant professor of health policy and administration at the University of Illinois at Chicago, says that’s a mistake. Other studies have identified a link between increased physical activity and academic achievement
Dr. Kristine Madsen of the University of California, San Francisco, provocatively suggests that “lack of physical activity may be a far greater public health problem than obesity.”

11. Fitness is fun!

12. BENEFITS
Physical education prepares children to be physically and mentally active, fit and healthy...for life.  Here are some of the many benefits children receive from a quality Physical Education Program:
healthful physical activity.
teaches self discipline
an outlet for releasing tension and anxiety
improve self-confidence and self-esteem

13. Benefits Cont.
Facilitates development of student responsibility for health and fitness
Influences moral development
Leadership
Increases cooperation with others
Reduces stress

14. Benefits Cont. Respect –
PE helps you respect your body, classmates and teammates
Experience in setting goals
Improved academics

15. Benefits cont.
Look at the brain functioning after just 20 minutes of walking.  Getting kids to move helps strengthen and stimulate their brains. This is why so many recent research studies are showing increased fitness = improved academics.  Note: The blue color represents inactivity in the brain - See more at:

16. Fitness up=academics up
Healthier students are better learners
Can improve concentration levels
Can increases attentiveness

17. Fitness up=academics up

18. conclusion
Physical education plays an important part in helping students maintain the skills and knowledge needed to select physical activities to use throughout their lives
Children engaged in daily physical education show superior motor fitness, academic performance, and attitude towards school versus their counterparts who did not participate in daily physical education
Physical education learning offers a unique opportunity for problem solving, self- expression, socialization, and conflict resolution.

19. Conclusions cont.
Physical competence builds self esteem and enhances feelings of well-being and efficacy
Quality physical education programs enhance the development of both competence and confidence in performing motor skills
Attitudes, habits, and perceptions are critical for continuous participation in physical activity

20. references
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