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Physical Education Requirements in Florida
Legislation
Grade Level Requirements:
Elementary: Section 1003.455, F.S., requires 150 minutes of physical education each week for students in grades K-5. A minimum of 30 consecutive minutes is required on any day that physical education instruction is provided.
Middle: Section 1003.455, F.S., requires one semester of physical education each year for students enrolled in grades 6-8.
High: Section 1003.4282, F.S., includes a one credit physical education requirement with the integration of health.
Physical Education Standards
Florida's physical education standards and benchmarks were revised in 2013 to reflect what a student should know and be able to do as the result of a quality physical education program. Florida's Standards for Physical Education were adopted by the State Board of Education in 2014. If you would like to view the standards and benchmarks please visit the CPALMS website.