Upcoming Physical Fitness Testing for 5th and 7th Grade Learners
The Physical Fitness Test (PFT) is part of the state testing program. California has chosen the FITNESSGRAM® as the annual PFT for students in public schools.
The FITNESSGRAM® is a comprehensive health-related fitness test developed by The Cooper Institute.
Physical Fitness Test and FITNESSGRAM®
WHO |
All students in grades five, seven, and nine are tested. |
WHEN |
The PFT is administered between February 1 and May 31. You will receive additional information from your school about the specific dates and times of testing. |
WHAT |
The FITNESSGRAM® has six fitness areas:
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HOW |
The PFT can be given to students over multiple days. Students will participate in each of the six fitness areas and will get a score in the Healthy Fitness Zone (HFZ) or in the Needs Improvement area. Do students with disabilities take the PFT? Yes. Most of the fitness areas of the FITNESSGRAM® have two or three test options so all students, including those with special needs, have the chance to participate in the PFT. Students are to be given as much of the test as their condition will permit. |
WHY |
FITNESSGRAM® results are one measure of information students and their families may use, along with other information, to monitor overall fitness. Schools may also use these results for the purpose of evaluating their physical education program. |
What test options are available for the PFT? Aerobic Capacity • One-Mile Run • PACER Body Composition • Skinfold Measurements Abdominal Strength and Endurance • Curl-Up Trunk Extensor Strength and Flexibility • Trunk Lift Upper Body Strength and Endurance • Push-Up Flexibility • Back-Saver Sit and Reach • Shoulder Stretch How can I help my child prepare for the test? You are an important part of your child’s education. Some things you can do to help your child are:
Additional Information More information about the PFT can be found on the California Department of Education PFT Web page at https://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/pf/. For more information about your child’s scores, contact your child’s teacher and/or the school office. |
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