A physical education curriculum
entitled, Archery: “On Target for Life” co-created by the Department’s of
Education and Fish & Wildlife Resources implemented initially in Kentucky
elementary, middle and high schools. The program has spread nation-wide, with
over 36 states active in the program.
Designed to teach target archery
in 4th-12th grades, core content covers archery history, safety, technique,
equipment, mental concentration, and self-improvement. Before presenting the
2-week archery course, teachers undergo an 8-12-hour NASP Basic Archery Instructor (BAI) training program.
Students shoot at bull’s-eye
targets placed before an arrow resistant net in their gymnasium. Equipment used
is state-of-the-art and designed to fit every student. Thanks to support from
the archery industry, the $4,800 equipment “kits” are available to schools for
less than $2,700. The unit is developed as a two-week
curriculum which meets National Education Standards.
Washington State began their
program with training for the school teachers at a “Kickoff” event held in
August 2005. Our first Washington NASP Championship was conducted 29 April
2006, at Davis High School in Yakima. We are continuing to recruit additional
schools for the program. Funding help is available.
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