Physical Education

The vision for Physical Education in the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System is to develop physically literate individuals who possess the competence and confidence to engage in a lifetime of health enhancing physical activity. The mission at CTECS is to provide a sequential 9-12 curriculum that integrates the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains, ensuring students understand the “why” behind human movement. Built upon SHAPE America national standards and the Connecticut Healthy and Balanced Framework, the program fosters responsible personal and social behavior while preparing graduates to navigate their own long-term wellness journeys.

The Physical Education program emphasizes cognitive rigor and leadership, moving beyond simple participation to require the analysis of movement principles and the implementation of personalized fitness programs. In Grade 9, students develop an awareness of their fitness levels through the Connecticut Physical Fitness Assessment (CPFA) and begin setting SMART goals. Grade 10 focuses on Personal Fitness Programming, where students analyze data to target specific areas of need. During Grades 11 and 12, students engage in Cooperative and Team Sports, Lifetime Activities and Leadership Planning, where they develop the skills to refining strategies, develop tactics and interpersonal dynamics, create behavior modification plans, and evaluate safety risks to sustain an active lifestyle in college or career settings. By creating an inclusive atmosphere that values challenge and self-expression, CTECS Physical Education ensures that every student is work-ready and prepared for a healthy future.

For more information about our programs please view CTECS Program of Studies.