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, as such minimums are set forth in state law. Middle school and high school students shall be afforded opportunities for physical activity that are age-appropriate. Students with medical or physical limitations that may affect the student's ability to participate in a scheduled physical activity shall be provided appropriate alternative activities, consistent with federal and state law.
For purposes of this policy, "physical activity" may include but is not limited to:
Adoption Date: October 10, 2011
- exercise programs
- fitness breaks
- recess
- field trips that include physical activity
- classroom activities that include physical activity
- physical education classes
Cross References: | ADF – School Wellness |
JLCA – Student Health Services and Requirements | |
Legal References: | 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) | |