Comprehensive School Physical Activity Programs
A Guide for Schools
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Physical Activity for Youth
Chapter 3: Comprehensive School Physical Activity Programs
Goals of a Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program
Component 1: Physical Education
Component 2: Physical Activity During School
Component 3: Physical Activity Before and After School
Component 4: Staff Involvement
Chapter 4: Establishing a Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program
Comprehensive School Physical Activity Programs: A Guide for Schools
Step 3: Create a Vision Statement, Goals, and Objectives
Step 4: Identify Intended Outcomes
Chapter 5: Conclusion
Video Summary
- After the family, schools are the primary institution responsible for the development of young people.
- Schools are well positioned to provide organized and free-time physical activity for youth.
- The multicomponent approach is referred to as a Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program.
Further
Questions
How do schools help improve physical activity in students?
What other factors influence student physical activity behaviors?
What opportunities can physical activity programs provide?
Links
CSPAP Policy Continuum [PDF - 377KB]
Educating the Student Body: Taking PA and PE to School
Guideline 4 of the School Health Guidelines
Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
School Health Guidelines Online Course
School Health Policies and Practices Study
Strategies to Increase Physical Activity Among Youth [PDF - 2.2MB]
Resources
Comprehensive School Physical Activity Programs: A Guide for Schools [PDF - 6.5MB]
National Framework for Physical Activity and Physical Education [PDF - 1.7MB]
Full Course Content [PDF - 387KB]
