1. Brief: School-Based Physical Fitness and the Link to Student Academic Outcomes and Improved School Climate

Brief: School-Based Physical Fitness and the Link to Student Academic Outcomes and Improved School Climate

This brief (PDF, 10 pages) outlines the growing body of evidence that suggests physical activity and physical education offered during the school day are linked to children’s healthy development and academic achievement, and have the potential to positively impact school climate and conditions for learning in schools. 

URL
http://safesupportivelearning.ed.gov/sites/default/files/InBrief_Physical%20Fitness%20Brief_10.27.15%20FINAL_0.pdf?utm_source=youth.gov&utm_medium=federal-links&utm_campaign=reports-and-resources
Federal Agencies
National Center on Safe Supportive Learning Environments
Federal Departments
Department of Education
Department of Health and Human Services
Section
Resources
Topic
Health and Nutrition
School Climate