CPS PHYSICAL EDUCATION MISSION
Develop physically literate individuals who have the knowledge, skills and confidence for academic success and lifelong health
CPS PHYSICAL EDUCATION VISION
Physical education is recognized as a Chicago Public Schools core curricular class that is the foundation for health and academic achievement.
CPS PHYSICAL EDUCATION POLICY OVERVIEW
Develop physically literate individuals who have the knowledge, skills and confidence for academic success and lifelong health
CPS PHYSICAL EDUCATION VISION
Physical education is recognized as a Chicago Public Schools core curricular class that is the foundation for health and academic achievement.
CPS PHYSICAL EDUCATION POLICY OVERVIEW
- Set standards for high-quality instruction
- Be provided to all students
- Be scheduled daily for at least 30 minutes for ES students (or 150 minutes/week)
- Count health education toward the PE requirement in grades 5-12; limited to 60 minutes/week grades 5 and beyond
- Be inclusive of all diverse learners, abilities, fitness levels, ethnicities, and genders
- Provide supports for PE teachers and designated space, equipment, and instructional tools for PE classes