Instruction

6141.43-BP

CREDIT FOR PRIVATE INSTRUCTION IN

PHYSICAL EDUCATION K-12

The Board of Education values the Physical Education/Wellness curriculum developed by the district for its students based on State standards, and believes that all students should benefit from the rich variety of experiences offered. Therefore, the appropriateness of an independent study program must be based upon its relationship to the district's core curriculum. Private instruction in physical education should not be considered an alternative to the district's course of study. Participating in activities or courses in one physical education content area for extended lengths of time to the exclusion of development in the other areas would be inappropriate because the core curriculum would be circumvented. The Board recognizes, however, that unique situations may exist in which credit for physical education should be granted for private instruction in lieu of the courses of study available to meet state and district requirements.

A student enrolled in grades K-12 may apply to receive credit for private instruction in physical education in special cases subject to the qualifications and limitations contained in law, this policy, and administrative regulations implementing this policy. To receive physical education credit, the student and parent/guardian shall agree, in writing, to all requirements of the school. Implementation of this policy shall not result in costs or liabilities to the district. While schools will establish certain requirements in implementing this policy, the district and its schools are not responsible for the quality or conditions of instruction conducted outside of their jurisdiction.

Policy adopted:	2/20/90
Policy revised:	4/27/93
Policy revised:	7/14/98