§8354. Applications; program elements
(a) Applications
Each local educational agency desiring a grant or contract under this part shall submit to the Secretary an application that contains a plan to initiate, expand, or improve physical education programs in the schools served by the agency in order to make progress toward meeting State standards for physical education.
(b) Program elements
A physical education program described in any application submitted under subsection (a) of this section may provide-
(1) fitness education and assessment to help children understand, improve, or maintain their physical well-being;
(2) instruction in a variety of motor skills and physical activities designed to enhance the physical, mental, and social or emotional development of every child;
(3) development of cognitive concepts about motor skill and physical fitness that support a lifelong healthy lifestyle;
(4) opportunities to develop positive social and cooperative skills through physical activity participation;
(5) instruction in healthy eating habits and good nutrition; and
(6) teachers of physical education the opportunity for professional development to stay abreast of the latest research, issues, and trends in the field of physical education.
(c) Special rule
For the purpose of this part, extracurricular activities such as team sports and Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) program activities shall not be considered as part of the curriculum of a physical education program assisted under this part.
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