that advance student learning and focus on student interest and
establish a core body of knowledge and skills that all students
answers may vary from district to district.The department will work with the county
The grades K-5 Physical Education Units are a cohesive set of five units that will scaffold instruction from one grade level to the next. However, it is the responsibility
curricular programs that meet the needs of all students. provides local districts with a series of important considerations
Online Physical Education Courses: Option 2 of the graduation requirements permits alternative activities for any subject area, which could include substituting online physical education courses for required physical education credits. of programs currently in place in New Jersey high schools. principal to ensure that such programs support the achievement
are of the highest quality, district boards of education and school
of these experiences may provide real-world connections not available
Students who are unable to complete the requirements of the Physical Education Option Two program for any reason must immediately notify their guidance counselor so that they may be scheduled for a physical education class.
that should be addressed when considering the implementation of
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each of the core content areas.
Other learning experiences may go beyond
Option Two (The purpose of Option Two is to provide educational
Option Two applies to Physical Education only. local school districts to permit alternative learning experiences
Option Two allows students to obtain credit for learning
Any student interested in an Option II Physical Education Program is encouraged to meet with the Montgomery High School Health & Physical Education Supervisor Mrs. Naoma Green prior to approval.
students to fulfill or exceed the expectations set forth in the
what the traditional high school can provide, allowing students
The guide
regulations clarified an existing alternative practice, then in If a local school district decides to offer Option
The regulations
superintendents on an ongoing basis to identify programs
students with opportunities to explore and achieve at high levels.
develop policies and procedures to implement Option Two.
6A:8-5.1 (a)1ii) of the high school graduation requirements allows local school districts to design and/or approve educational experiences that serve as an alternative to traditional instruction and provide meaningful learning experiences that support student achievement of the Core Curriculum Content Standards.
may be met in whole or in part by program completion, commonly
Students cannot "Option Two" form Health Education.
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Grades K-2 Unit Overview. Option Two applies to Physical Education only. Governor Sheila Oliver
referred to as "Option Two." This information has been preserved for historical purposes. However, the 110 credit requirement
Appendix A provides district examples of Option Two programs. New Jersey high school students must complete
Standards.
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standards-based reform, the State Board of Education adopted regulations
acknowledges, however, that all students will not achieve the standards
abilities.
As part of the departments commitment to
Core Curriculum Content Standards.
citizens of an ever-expanding and changing world.
that require all students to attain a set amount of course "credits" in
administrators should consider the following questions as they
of the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards. Student Assessment Requirements: The state does not require student assessment in physical education. Option Two (N.J.A.C. (609) 376-3500Governor Phil Murphy ⢠Lt.
With so many options it can be difficult finding the right fit.
PO Box 500,
of This guide provides a framework for local policy
in 2001 that more clearly connected the high school graduation
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to participate in research, international study, or college-level
in the school setting. that are stimulating and intellectually challenging, and that enable
a local program of study of not fewer than 110 credits in
The attached table provides examples
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of the district board of education, administration, and high school
in the same way, at the same pace, or with the same level of success.
Students cannot "Option Two" form Health Education.11. experiences that are meaningful and relevant, and that provide
NJ Department of Education,
Health & Physical Education is a popular major and New Jersey is the 27th most popular state for students studying this major. need in order to become healthy, productive, well-informed employable