The North Dakota Physical Education Content Standards provide educational guidelines for school and district curriculum development. These standards focus on the development of the entire learner using physical activity. Learners develop knowledge, confidence, and motivation through skills developed, equipping them to pursue lifelong physical activities and engage positively in their communities. They engage in activities allowing them to create the collaboration skills to work together as a team The focus on enjoyable and meaningful physical activities builds a foundation for lifelong habits contributing to health and wellness.
The revision of these standards was completed in 2024. Schools and districts are encouraged to become familiar with the standards and review and align local curriculum and instructional materials to implement the new standards in 2025-2026 fully.
Resources
North Dakota Developed Standards Resources
- Crosswalk between 2015 and 2024 Physical Education Standards
- Disciplinary Literacy Physical Education
- Family and Community Guides (coming soon)
Connected Resources