-Physical education is unique in that it educates through the physical in order to reach it's objectives.

-Physical education should help students develop physical fitness, neuromuscular skills, a body of knowledge relative to physical activity and positive attitudes and behaviors.

-The body grows and functions best when proper exercise is part of the daily routine.

-Although physical education, intramural and interscholastic athletics often include the same or similar activities, their program objectives are quite different. None of these programs should be substituted for the other.

-Physical education is not just a collection of activities but a well organized, sequenced program which is designed to meet specific objectives.

-The ultimate test of success of the physical education program lies in the life-style of our graduates. Graduates of a successful program maintain a desirable level of physical fitness, understand the effects of exercise on the human body, are aware of the benefits of a physically active life style, and exhibit positive behaviors and attitudes both as a spectator and a participant.

-Physical education should foster the enjoyment of play and activity which will ultimately result in students continuing activity throughout their life.

-Physical education should, whenever possible, be coordinated with other curricular areas (i.e. health, social studies, science, music, etc.).

Goals for the Bernards Township Physical Education Program

To develop and maintain a healthy level of physical fitness.

To develop a variety of neuro-muscular skills

To develop a functional knowledge and understanding of physical education.

To develop positive attitudes and behaviors