Is physical education/health required every year in high school?

It’s not required by the PA home education law for any year of high school. Some physical education is required for grades 7-12, but not every year.

Read the law so you know the law.

“At the secondary school level, the following courses shall be taught: English, to include language, literature, speech and composition: science; geography; social studies, to include civics, world history, history of the United States and Pennsylvania; mathematics, to include general mathematics, algebra and geometry; art; music; physical education; health; and safety education, including regular and continuous instruction in the dangers and prevention of fires.”

“The following minimum courses in grade nine through twelve are established as a requirement for graduation in a home education program:
(1) Four years of English.
(2) Three years of mathematics.
(3) Three years of science.(4) Three years of social studies.
(5) Two years of arts and humanities.”