(1) The Department of Education shall award grants to school districts and public charter schools for the purpose of meeting the physical education requirements of ORS § 329.496.

(2) A district or school that receives a grant may use the grant to:

(a) Hire teachers who specialize in physical education; and

(b) Provide in-service training to teachers on the academic content standards for physical education and the requirements of ORS § 329.496.

(3) The department shall determine:

(a) The amount of a grant;

(b) The criteria for awarding a grant; and

(c) The process for awarding grants.

(4) The State Board of Education may adopt any rules necessary to administer this section. [2007 c.839 § 10]

See note under 329.498.