Students at Ridgeview receive physical education either 2 out of 3 days for 25 minutes or 1 out of every 3 days for 50 minutes following the Bloomington Public Schools Physical Education and Wellness curriculum. The focus is on essential standards that help students become physically literate for the 21st Century. Proficiency is reached through learning targets that focus on specific physical skills, developing socially/emotionally, and providing the necessary tools for lifelong fitness/wellness.

To pursue these goals during ones lifetime a physically literate individual:

• Has learned the skills necessary to participate in a variety of physical activities
• Knows the implications of and the benefits from involvement in various types of physical activities
• Participates regularly in physical activity
• Is physically fit
• Values physical activity and its contributions to a healthful lifestyle

Standard 1 - The physically literate individual demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.

Standard 2 - The physically literate individual applies knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies and tactics related to movement and performance.

Standard 3 - The physically literate individual demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.

Standard 4 - The physically literate individual exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.

Standard 5 - The physically literate individual recognizes the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.