SFUSD School Health Programs Department :: Physical Education Program (PEP)

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Physical Education Program (PEP)

37% of SFUSD 5th graders are not in the healthy fitness zone (HFZ) for body composition. 59% of SFUSD 5th graders are not in the healthy fitness zone (HFZ) for aerobic activity.
-- FITNESSGRAM, 2002

30% of SFUSD 5th graders reported negative body image.
61% of SFUSD 5th graders have been teased about their bodies.
--CALIFORNIA HEALTHY KIDS SURVEY, Fall 2003

Historical Background: The Physical Education Program (PEP), Studnets Healthy and Physical Everyday (SHAPE) is a U.S. Department of Education, Carole M. White grant awarded to SFUSD.

What is the PEP SHAPE Program?
PEP SHAPE Program has the following objectives

Increase amounts of regular physical activity for students during after-school program.
Improve physical fitness, motor skills, social skills, and cognitive skills of ASLC students; develop new interests and skills in lifelong physical activities; promote better knowledge of healthy eating and nutrition.
Increase family awareness and participation related to physical activity and nutrition.
Empower SFUSD after-school staff to implement a high-quality physical education/activity program at their program site.
Provide professional development for ASLC staff

Physical Education and Nutrition Education Promotion in the classroom:

Satisfy the required 40 minutes of physical activity component in the After-school program every week.
Implement the research validated physical education program SPARK curriculum and Nutrition program 5 A Day Power Play into the ASLC program and become familiar with the California Physical Education Content Standards.
Offer choices of physical activities that accommodate individual interests and developmental levels.
Receive physical activity equipment to support physical, motor and social development.
Conduct a Family Physical Activity Night one per semester and participate in two school-wide health promotion events.
Implement 5 A Day Power Play in the ASLC program providing student and parents with curriculum that supports healthy eating habits and nutrition.

Teacher Support:

Physical Education Nutrition Leader (PENL)at each site
Participate in professional development on physical education and nutrition education promotion
Provide appropriate equipment and monitor usage

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