Guidance Documents

SHAPE America - Society of Health and Physical Educators publishes guidance documents on topics related to health education, physical education, and physical activity.

Physical Education Program Checklist
January 29, 2026
by SHAPEAmerica
Essential Components of Physical Education
January 29, 2026
by SHAPEAmerica
Answering Frequently Asked Questions About Adapted Physical Education
September 8, 2025
by SHAPEAmerica
Inclusive Practices in Health Education
November 6, 2024
by SHAPEAmerica
Appropriate Practices in School-Based Health Education
September 19, 2024
by SHAPEAmerica
Appropriate Use of Technology in Physical Education
December 3, 2023
by SHAPEAmerica
Best Practices in PETE/HETE
December 21, 2022
by SHAPEAmerica
Social Justice in PETE/HETE
October 28, 2022
by SHAPEAmerica
Guidelines for Facilities, Equipment, Instructional Materials & Technology in K-12 PE
March 15, 2022
by SHAPEAmerica
Appropriate Instructional Practice Guidelines for Higher Education Physical Activity Programs
December 6, 2021
by SHAPEAmerica