The FITNESS Test will be administered in the Fall and in the Spring to all 3rd-5th Grade students. Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Graders will be introduced to FITNESS Testing and will be weighed and measured for BMI.
The FITNESS Test assessment items include the following:
Aerobic Capacity-may select one option
Muscular Strength, Endurance, and Flexibility
- Abdominal strength and endurance (curl-up)
- Upper body strength and endurance ( push-up)
- Flexibility ( back-saver, sit-and-reach)
Body Composition-may select one option
- Body mass index (calculated from height and weight)