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Physical Education & Athletic PE

Acalanes Union High School District requires each student to complete two years (20 credits) of Physical Education to obtain a high school diploma.

AUHSD students are required to complete 20 credits in the area of Physical Education. 10 credits may be earned by eligible students by participating in CIF approved athletics. (See the Athletic PE Overview below for additional information.) The AUHSD Graduation Requirements page includes details about all AUHSD graduation requirements.

All courses taught in the Acalanes Union High School district follow a Board approved course of study. Below are AUHSD courses of study for courses offered within the Physical Education Department. The courses below are offered in the district, however not all courses are offered at each AUHSD school site. Please visit the AUHSD Course Catalog to determine if a certain course is offered at a specific school site.

 

Athletic PE Overview

The Acalanes Union High School District requires each student to complete two years (20 credits) of Physical Education (PE) to earn a high school diploma. Up to 10 of the required 20 credits may be earned through Athletic PE. To earn Athletic PE credits, students must enroll in the class, complete the Athletic PE Agreement, and participate in the full season of a CIF-approved, school-sponsored sport. A designated PE teacher will monitor progress and upon successful completion of the full season of sport, issue credits.

Eligibility for Athletic PE

  • Complete PE 9
  • Complete all required components of the California Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
  • Be enrolled in grade 10 or 11 -- Athletic PE is not an option for students in grades 9 or 12

Earning Athletic PE Credits

  • Participate in a CIF-approved, school-sponsored sport. Completing a season of sport can count for 5 credits.
  • Complete and submit an Athletic PE Agreement form
  • A minimum of 70 hours must be completed to obtain 5 credits.
  • Complete the full season of sport, including post-season requirements

Required Form for Athletic PE

New for 2026-2027: The required Athletic PE Agreement form will be signed and submitted electronically.

  • Step 1: Parents/Guardians complete and sign the following document: Athletic PE Agreement 2026-27
  • Step 2: Parents/Guardians forward the electronic agreement form to their student
  • Step 3: Students review, sign, and submit the agreement form to their school

2026-2027 Athletic PE Agreement Submission Deadlines

  • Fall Sports - Friday, August 28, 2026
  • Winter Sports - Friday, November 13, 2026
  • Spring Sports - Friday, February 19, 2027

For additional information, please visit the following webpage: AUHSD Graduation Requirements.