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Should kids be allowed to opt out of gym class?

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teekan March 5, 2010
No
Kids needs exercise and sometimes at home the parents don't make sure they get exercise.
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swannystar March 5, 2010
No- there are too many kids that over not healthy already. Unless a medical reason by a licensed medical DR. This may...
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jenmom March 5, 2010
Kids should be offered an alt physical activity if they cannot perform the one being taught. Unless there's a health issue...
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MagnetMom March 4, 2010
I know in my district in middle school, some of the kids that were in highly specialized sports were exempt from in school...
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MSMomm March 3, 2010
Unless a child has a health or disability reason for opting out of PE, why would a child opt out? It may be the only...
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