Standards - Physical Education

Participate in an enjoyable activity that prompts individual self-expression.

Exhibit self-respect when asking for help or helping others in various physical activities without prompting.

Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in one or more lifetime activities.

Demonstrate competency in a form of dance.

Exhibit competency in one or more specialized skills in health-related fitness activities.

Explain the terminology associated with exercise and participation in selected individual-performance activities.

Apply movement concepts and principles while evaluating and improving performance of self and/or others in a selected skill.

Design a practice plan to improve performance for an individualized selected skill.

Show examples of social and technical dance forms and rhythmic activities.

Explain the benefits of a physically active lifestyle as it relates to preparation for college and/or a career.

Research the validity of advertisements for commercial products and programs pertaining to fitness and a healthy, active lifestyle.

Explain risks associated with exercising in heat, humidity, and cold.

Investigate physical activities available in home and community to develop beneficial, healthy behaviors.

Assess risks and safety factors that might affect physical activity choices throughout the life cycle.

Participate several times a week in a self-selected lifetime activity, dance, or fitness-related activity outside school hours.

Demonstrate correct stretching technique and appropriate skill on resistance-training machines or with free weights.

Identify components of a personal fitness plan.

Determine target heart rate and apply that information to a personal fitness plan.

Research and design a comprehensive personal fitness program to enhance a healthy, active lifestyle to develop lifelong health habits based on the components of health.

Design and implement a nutrition plan to sustain a healthy, active lifestyle.

Identify healthy stress-management strategies.

Demonstrate effective self-management skills to participate properly in activities with groups including various personalities, skill levels, and diverse populations.

Model respect for others by respecting opposing opinions, exhibiting the willingness to compromise, and demonstrating teamwork while engaging in physical activity.

Use communication skills and strategies that promote positive team or group dynamics.

Solve problems and think critically during physical activity, both individually and in groups.

Identify safe practices for participating in physical activity, exercise, and movement practices, individually or in a group.

Discuss the health benefits of a self-selected physical activity.

Choose a level of challenge to experience success while participating in a self-selected physical activity.

Participate in self-selected physical activities that meet the need for self-expression and enjoyment.

Identify the opportunities for social interaction and social support in a self-selected physical activity.

Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in two or more lifetime activities.

Exhibit competency in two forms of dance by choreographing an individual dance or creating a group dance.

Exhibit competency in two or more specialized skills in health-related fitness activities.

Explain and discuss the historical and cultural roles of games, sports, and dance.

Demonstrate the speed vs. accuracy adjustment in throwing and striking skills.