Physical education is a part of the Instructional Services department at the Alabama State Department of Education. Instructional Services is responsible for providing support to teachers and schools throughout the state in the implementation of the Physical Education Course of Study. We provide physical education professional learning and resources that align to the curriculum to help Local Education Agencies make data-informed decisions.
An exceptional health and physical education program enhances the quality and productivity of life that can be achieved through comprehensive, collaborative, and sequential learning. Studies have shown that physical activity can help improve academic achievement and have a positive impact on cognitive skills, attitudes, concentration, readiness to learn, and classroom behavior.
News and Announcements
Schoology Group Information
The Schoology groups listed are designed for grades k-12 physical education and health educators. The groups promote collaboration, networking, and communication among health educators.
Schoology Group Information Documents
State Initiatives
JROTC
Validation of the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) curriculum and plan for implementation was approved in 2006 as a substitute for the physical education credit as defined in the Alabama Administrative Code 29-3-1-.02(8)(s)(f)1
Alabama Physical Fitness Assessment
The Alabama Physical Fitness Assessment must be administered to Grade 2-12 students, including students who receive exemptions from the State Superintendent of Education. Fitness data must be reported to the State Department of Education (Alabama Administrative Code 290-3-2).
Alabama Physical Fitness Assessment Documents
Adapted Physical Education
The purpose of the Alabama Adapted Physical Education and 504 Process State Guidelines is to help students develop the necessary functional skills toward independence in order to participate to the maximum extent possible in an appropriate physical education setting. The Alabama Adapted Physical Education and 504 Process State Guidelines is intended to be used by physical education teachers, special education staff, and administrators in preparation for instruction for students with disabilities as defined by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 or the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.