Assessing the Physical Fitness of Elementary School Children--Using Community Resources.

East, Whitfield B.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1989

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Assessing the Physical Fitness of Elementary School Children--Using Community Resources.

East, Whitfield B.; And Others

Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, v60 n6 p54-56 Aug 1989

"The Fit Kids" program, which assessed the physical fitness level of more than 1000 students, resulted from a public school-university-business alliance. Development and implementation of the program are described, and guidelines are provided on how to use community resources to develop, promote, and implement a comprehensive fitness program. (IAH)

Descriptors: College School Cooperation, Community Involvement, Community Resources, Elementary Education, Health Promotion, Physical Education, Physical Fitness, Program Development, Program Implementation, School Business Relationship, Testing, Volunteers

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Language: English

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