Mary Lou Baranowski retired from teaching physical education in June 2020, where she also served on the elementary physical education leadership team. Baranowski received her BS in physical education from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and her MA in kinesiology from San Diego State. Baranowski taught physical education for 39 years, and was an adjunct professor at SDSU. She earned National Board Certification in physical education, and was the 2013 National Elementary PE teacher of the year from the Southwest district. She was also a finalist for the San Diego County Teacher of Year in 2016. In addition to teaching, Baranowski writes curriculum for SPARK (Sports, Physical Activity and Recreation for Kids) physical education. Along with her husband, Roger Drews, Baranowski co-produces road races and multi-sport events.
What are standards and why are they a critical component of physical education? Standards establish well-defined and measurable objectives that encompass the skills and knowledge that students need in order to maintain a healthy and physically-active lifestyle. Standards provide consistency and guidance to teachers in developing programs, and when assessing grade-level outcomes, provide evidence of […]