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Physical Fitness Testing (PFT)

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The physical fitness test (PFT) for students in California schools is the . The main goal of the test is to help students in starting life-long habits of regular physical activity.

All students in grades third 鈥 ninth and tenth - twelfth (in PE courses) take the fitness test. The test has six parts that show a level of fitness that offer a degree of defense against diseases that come from inactivity. The test results can be used by students, teachers, and parents

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PFT Videos

Online modules are available to guide PFT Coordinators through the data submission and correction processes. In addition, free administration videos and training are available to assist PFT Coordinators in preparing staff for the PFT.

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FAIR and the Law

, written by Senator Mark Leno, went into effect January 1, 2012. The FAIR Act amends Education Code to ensure that the contributions and roles of underrepresented racial, ethnic, and cultural populations are included in Grades 1-12 United States and California History lessons, classes, and curricular materials.

鈥淲ith Math I Can鈥 Initiative

Overview

SCUSD is collaborating with Amazon Education to transform negative student attitudes about math using a 鈥済rowth mindset鈥 approach.

Specifically, the 鈥淲ith Math I Can鈥 initiative hopes to challenge ideas about who can 鈥 and who can鈥檛 鈥 perform math at the highest levels. Research shows that anyone can succeed at high-level math with patience, practice and a willingness to see mistakes as part of the learning process.

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Learn about CA Common Core State Standards

The days when a high school diploma and a factory job were the ticket to the American dream are long gone, as any recent graduate can attest.

To be successful in an ever-shrinking, increasingly competitive global economy, our high school graduates will need to move on to higher education or career training: Community college, a four-year university, vocational school or an apprenticeship.