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Position Statements

Review TAHPERD’s official position statements addressing important issues in physical education, student safety, inclusion, and instructional quality.

TAHPERD Position Statements

Class Size

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TAHPERD supports appropriate student-to-teacher ratios in physical education to promote safety, meaningful instruction, student learning, and participation in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity.

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Dodgeball

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TAHPERD addresses the use of dodgeball in physical education and emphasizes safe, inclusive activities that keep students engaged rather than using children as targets or eliminating them from activity.

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Adapted Physical Education

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TAHPERD supports appropriate, safe, and meaningful physical education services for all students, including students with disabilities who may require accommodations, collaboration, or adapted instruction.

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