The suspension came as part of a proposed plan by Gov. Gavin Newsom
California is considering putting a temporary stop on physical fitness testing to tend to concerns that the tests are discriminatory against non-binary students and those with disabilities.
Per the proposed language in the bill, the department would use that time to look to experts and other stakeholders with expertise in things like fitness, gender identity and disability to get better recommendations regarding both the purpose and the administration of the test. The state Department of Education has said they’ve received complaints from districts over the years that students are required to select either “male” or “female” ahead of BMI screenings.“Given the body of research on the impacts of bullying on transgender and special education students, this temporary pause will allow for a look to determine whether the current test can be modified or whether a new assessment should be developed,” Palmer said.
The physical fitness test is comprised of six different fitness areas, and includes push-ups, sit and reach and a one-mile run.Per the current Education Code language, each school district must give each student in grades 5, 7 and 9 a physical performance test at some point in February, March, April or May.
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