Oklahoma

Oklahoma's Archery
in the
Schools Program

ODWC	Results from the National Archery in the Schools State Shoot Schools across the country are discovering an exciting new program that hits the bullseye in meeting the physical education needs of their students. Through the Oklahoma Archery in the Schools (OAIS) Program, students have the chance to excel today, tomorrow and throughout a lifetime in the unique sport of archery. The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP), of which OAIS is a part, is a coordinated effort and partnership between schools, state wildlife agencies and the nation’s archery industry.

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		In Oklahoma, OAIS promotes physical education by providing Olympic-style target archery training to the state’s youth. Designed for 4th-12th graders, the curriculum covers archery history, safety, techniques, equipment, mental concentration and self-improvement. Teachers attend an eight-hour National Archery Association training class taught by certified Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation instructors. They return to their schools fully prepared to teach the two-week archery course to their students. Students shoot at bulls-eye targets placed before an arrow resistant net in their gymnasium. The state-of-the art equipment is designed to fit every student. Universal drawlength compound bows were selected as part of the OAIS archery kit because of their versatility, aluminum arrows for their simplicity and proven safety record, and foam mats for their size and durability. The revolutionary design of the Genesis bow sets this program apart from past archery units. Its design allows students of almost any size, strength or ability to shoot effectively. The bow is virtually maintenance free, but can be easily repaired should the need arise.
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		Archery in the schools is good for teachers because the program: Follows National Physical Education Standards through curriculum for 4–12 grade students. Improves attendance on archery days, according to a recent survey. Gives educators an economical, efficient and effective solution to their PE needs. Helps solve discipline problems, according to surveys of teachers using the program. Increases interest in PE classes even among students who have historically resisted PE.