Health and Physical Education Curriculum

Alaska Physical Education Standards

Alaska Standards-based Physical Education is essential for the health and well-being of every Alaskan student including those with special needs. Review Alaska's PE Standards on EED's website »

Alaska Content Standards

These standards are general statements of what Alaskans want students to know and be able to do as a result of their public schooling. They were adopted by the Alaska State Board of Education and Early Development (revised July 2000). Review the Skills for a Healthy Life (refer to page 25 of this PDF) in the complete list of content standards for Alaska students.

National Standards for Physical Education

Physical activity is critical to the development and maintenance of good health. The goal of physical education is to develop physically educated individuals who have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to enjoy a lifetime of healthful physical activity.

For more information visit the National Association for Sport and Physical Education »