Physical education should be a mandatory class for all four years of high school. ... In addition to keeping students fit, P.E. also helps students in the classroom. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention physical education classes increase test scores and students' focus.

Why should PE be required?

Improved Physical Fitness: Improves children's muscular strength, flexibility, muscular endurance, body composition and cardiovascular endurance. ... Self Discipline: Facilitates development of student responsibility for health and fitness. Improved Judgment: Quality physical education can influence moral development.

Should PE be required every day?

If kids have P.E. every day of the school week they would do better in classes all week. ... However, the physical activity is proven to be more beneficial in lowering weight, improving focus and causing kids to be more healthy. A daily P.E. class can teach kids to be active and to lead a healthy lifestyle.