Physical Education Instruction in Wisconsin

School District Standards--§121.02, Wis. Stats.

Standard J

1. Comprehensive curriculum and program of instruction for all pupils.
2. K-6 -- Three times per week minimum.
3. In a middle school format, grade 6 weekly minimum.
4. K-6 by or under the direction of a licensed physical education teacher.
5. Senior high schools -- One year may be optional to pupils.

Standard K

1. K-12 Sequential curriculum plan.

1. Objectives-sequence-content-resources-instructional time by week/semester/school term.

2. Evaluation method.

Standard L

1. K-4 Regular instruction--Each week for an entire school year to meet the plan required in (K).(Note: See J -- K-6 three times per week.)
2. 5-8 Regular instruction -- Each week for the entire school year to meet the plan required in (K).
3. 9-12 -- Access for pupils each year.

Standard P

1. In grades 9-12 at least 1.5 credits of physical education incorporating effects of exercise, health-related fitness, and lifetime activities.
2. Credits must be earned over three separate years.

On April 14, 2006, the Governor approved Act 346, which allows school boards and charter schools to establish single-sex schools and courses. Act 346 amended §§ 118.13(1), 118.40(4)(b)2, 119.04(1), and 119.22, Wisconsin Statutes, and created §§ 118.40(4)(c) and 120.13(38), Wisconsin Statutes. You can access Act 346 by clicking here.

For questions about this information, contact Beverly J. Kniess (608) 266-3706

Last updated on 1/6/2010 2:33:33 PM