Newswise — New York State is one of six states that require physical education in every grade — kindergarten through 12th grade — and at least 120 minutes of activity per week for students in grades kindergarten through sixth. Yet, according to an audit of New York City’s Department of Education’s physical education programs in 2011, the 31 elementary schools reviewed were not in compliance with the state’s guidelines.
On Nov. 14, Manhattan College professor of kinesiology, Shawn Ladda, Ed.D., addressed this topic alongside her peers at the Citizens’ Committee for Children (CCC) of New York’s policy briefing, Making the Case for Physical Education in NYC Schools.
“I think the briefing will raise some awareness, but it takes a lot to make changes, including politics and infrastructure,” Ladda says. “I always have hope that the next leader will have a big impact on improving education.”
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