Advocacy Guidelines and Resources

​Unfortunately quality physical education is not happening everywhere. While some of this is due to ineffective teaching practices, we believe the large bulk of responsibility lies with inappropriate education policies (contact hours, class sizes, etc.) and lack of support (professional development opportunities, facilities, etc.).

​Use the resources on this page, and our other advocacy pages, to advocate for quality physical education (policies) in your community.
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Advocacy Guidelines
  • Be proactive rather than reactive. If you wait until your program needs advocacy, it may be too late. ​
  • Communicate to stakeholders via school functions, class website, newsletters, presentations, videos, social media, etc.
  • Start with easy advocacy strategies such using a school bulletin board and building a support team. ​
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Most important job in america
"What is the most important job in America? Have you ever thought about this question? It is a job that improves students’ academic results, improves children’s health, reduces children’s stress and anxiety, develops children’s character and confidence, reduces the chance kids will smoke or do drugs, improves national security, and provides a pathway to life-long well-being. It is a job which is overlooked and disrespected by 1000’s of schools in America – It is a physical education teacher. This is the conclusion by a successful executive who has managed major companies and been inducted into two Hall of Fames (Full Press Release)." 

The resources below are one of the outcomes from our Coalition for Quality Physical Education. Please help spread the message about the Most Important Job in America!
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Use these resources below to spread the message about the importance of physical education. Additional resources for this initiative can be found on PHIT America's webpage.
ADVOCACY newsletters, VIDEOS, AND WEBSITES
It is important for physical education teachers to inform parents and administrators about the great things they are doing in their classes. Share what you do in your class, why it is important, and how they can support your efforts at home. These advocacy efforts can help garner support for your program from parents and administration if budget cuts become a threat. 
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Guidelines and Resources

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RESOURCES FOR PRESENTING TO A SCHOOL BOARD
  • Be prepared for possible arguments that may be made for not following physical education guidelines and recommendations (ie. course substitutions/waivers).
  • Share local, state, and national guidelines and recommendations; organizational position statements on physical education; and research studies that support physical activity and physical education.
  • Show evidence of student learning through personal case studies, assessments, and student testimonials.
  • Tailor presentations to the stakeholders you are addressing and collaborate with other education professionals.