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Physical Education Standards

HIGH SCHOOL COURSE 1 (Grade 9)

  

 

Standard 1: Demonstrate knowledge and competency in motor skills, movement patterns and strategies needed to perform a variety of physical activities.


1.1          Combine, and apply movement patterns to progress from simple to complex in aquatics, rhythms/dance, and individual and dual activities.

1.2          Demonstrate proficient movement skills in: Aquatics Dance/Rhythms - Individual Activities - Dual Activities

1.3          Identify, explain, and apply the skill-related components of balance, reaction time, agility, coordination, explosive power, and speed that enhance performance levels in aquatics, rhythms/dance, and individual and dual activities.

1.4          Explain and demonstrate advanced offensive, defensive, and transition strategies in aquatics, and individual and dual activities.

1.5          Explain, apply and evaluate the appropriate use of the biomechanical principles of leverage, force, inertia, rotary motion, opposition, and buoyancy to achieve advanced performance in aquatics, rhythms/dance, and individual and dual activities.

1.6          Explain the interrelationships among physical, emotional, cognitive, and scientific factors that affect performance.

1.7          Analyze and evaluate information received from self, others, and the performance, of complex motor (movement) activities that leads to improved performance in aquatics, rhythms/dance, individual activities, and dual activities.

1.8          Analyze and explain which training and conditioning practices have the greatest impact on skill acquisition and performance in aquatics, rhythms/dance, and individual and dual activities.

1.9          Create and/or modify a practice/training plan based on evaluative feedback of skill acquisition and performance in aquatics, rhythms/dance, and individual and dual activities.

1.10        Analyze specific situations to determine appropriate performance strategies in aquatics, rhythms/dance, individual and dual activities.

1.11        Assess the effect/outcome of a specific performance strategy in aquatics, rhythms/dance, and individual and dual activities.

1.12        Demonstrate independent learning of movement skills.


Standard 2: Achieve a level of physical fitness for health and performance

while demonstrating knowledge of fitness concepts, principles, and

strategies.




2.1          Participate in moderate to vigorous physical activity at least 4 days each week.

2.2          Participate in enjoyable and challenging physical activities that develop and maintain the five components of physical fitness.

2.3          Meet health-related fitness standards established by the State-mandated fitness test.

2.4          Use physical fitness test results to set and adjust goals to improve fitness.

2.5          Improve and maintain physical fitness by adjusting physical activity levels to meet the principles of exercise.

2.6          Identify the physical fitness requirements of an occupational choice.

2.7          Develop and implement a one-month personal physical fitness plan.

2.8          Analyze consumer physical fitness products and programs.

2.9          Explain the inherent risks associated with physical activity in extreme environments.

2.10        List available community fitness resources.

2.11        Explain the role of physical activity in the prevention of disease and the reduction of health-care costs.

 

Standard 3: Demonstrate knowledge of psychological and

sociological concepts, principles, and strategies as they apply to

learning and performance of physical activity.


Self Responsibility

3.1          Accept personal responsibility to create and maintain a physically/emotionally safe and non-threatening environment for physical activity.

3.2          Act independent of negative peer pressure during physical activity.

3.3          Identify and evaluate personal psychological response to physical activity.

3.4          Describe the enjoyment, self-expression, challenge, and social benefits experienced by achieving one’s best in physical activities.

3.5          Develop personal goals to improve performance in physical activities.

 

Social Interaction

3.6          Discuss the changing psychological and sociological needs of a diverse society in relation to physical activity.

3.7          Analyze the role physical activity plays in social interaction and cooperative opportunities within the family and the workplace.

3.8          Recognize the value of physical activity in understanding multiculturalism.

 

Group Dynamics

3.9                Recognize the importance of cooperation and positive interactions with

others while participating in physical activity.

3.10        Identify and utilize the potential strengths of each individual by supporting his/her effort in physical activity settings.

 

 

HIGH SCHOOL COURSE 2 (Grades 10-12)

 

Standard 1: Demonstrate knowledge and competency in motor skills,

movement patterns and strategies needed to perform a variety of

physical activities.

             

                1.1          Combine, and apply movement patterns to progress from simple to complex

                               in combatives, gymnastics/tumbling, and team activities.

1.2          Demonstrate proficient movement skills in:  combatives - gymnastics/tumbling -  team activities

1.3          Explain and apply the skill-related components of balance, reaction time, agility, coordination, explosive power, and speed that enhance performance levels in combatives, gymnastics/tumbling, and team activities.

1.4          Explain and demonstrate advanced offensive, defensive, and transition strategies and tactics in combatives, gymnastics/tumbling, and team activities.

1.5          Explain, apply, and evaluate the use of the biomechanical principles of leverage, force, inertia, rotary motion, and opposition to achieve advanced performance in combatives, gymnastics/tumbling, and team activities.

1.6          Evaluate the interrelationships among physical, emotional, and cognitive factors affecting individual and team performance.

1.7          Analyze and evaluate information received from self, others, and the performance, of complex motor (movement) activities that leads to improved performance in combatives, gymnastics/tumbling, and team activities.

1.8          Analyze and explain which training and conditioning practices have the greatest impact on skill acquisition and performance in combatives, gymnastics/tumbling, and team activities.

1.9          Create and/or modify a practice/training plan based on evaluative feedback of skill acquisition and performance in combatives, gymnastics/tumbling, and team activities.

1.10        Analyze specific situations to determine appropriate strategies in combatives, gymnastics/tumbling, and team activities.

1.11        Assess the effect/outcome of a specific performance strategy in combatives, gymnastics/tumbling, and team activities.

1.12        Evaluate independent learning of movement skills.

 

           Standard 2: Achieve a level of physical fitness for health and

           performance while demonstrating knowledge of fitness concepts,

           principles, and strategies.


2.1          Participate in moderate to vigorous physical activity at least 4 days each week.

2.2          Participate in challenging physical fitness activities that meet individual needs and interests using the principles of exercise.

2.3          Identify and achieve levels of excellence in physical fitness that enhance physical and mental performance beyond the health-related standards as established in the State-mandated fitness tests.

2.4          Assess physical fitness levels and adjust physical activity to accommodate for changes in age, growth, and development.

2.5          Justify the use of specific physical activities to achieve desired fitness goals.

2.6          Develop and describe a physical fitness plan that enhances personal health and performance in future leisure and workplace activities.

2.7          Develop and implement an appropriate personal physical fitness program for a family and/or community member.

2.8          Explain how to evaluate consumer physical fitness products and programs.

2.9          Identify and evaluate ergogenic aids that claim to enhance body composition, appearance, and physical fitness and performance.

2.10        Evaluate the availability and quality of community fitness resources.

2.11        Use and analyze scientifically based data and protocols to self assess the five components of health-related fitness.


Standard 3: Demonstrate knowledge of psychological and

sociological concepts, principles, and strategies as they apply to

learning and performance of physical activity.


Self Responsibility

3.1          Participate in physical activities for personal enjoyment.          

3.2          Examine and explain the ways in which personal characteristics, performance styles, and activity preferences may change over a lifetime.

3.3          Evaluate the psychological benefits derived from regular participation in physical activity.

3.4          Explain and analyze the role of individual attitude, motivation, and determination in achieving personal satisfaction from challenging physical activities.

3.5     Evaluate and refine personal goals to improve performance in physical

           activities.

 

Social Interaction

3.6          Identify the effects of age, gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and culture on physical activity preferences and participation.

3.7          Explain how to select and modify physical activities to allow for participation by children, elderly, and those with special needs.

 

Group Dynamics

3.8          Identify leadership skills, perform planned leadership assignments, and assume spontaneous leadership roles.

3.9          Encourage others to be supportive and inclusive of all ability levels.