Physical Education

Definition of quality PE:

Teach a variety of physical education activities that make physical education class fun and enjoyable
Create maximum opportunities for students of all abilities to be successful
Promote student honesty, integrity and good sportsmanship
Guide students into becoming skillful and confident movers
Assist students in setting and achieving personal goals
Provide specific, constructive feedback to help students master motor skills
Afford opportunities for students to succeed in cooperative and competitive situations
Prepare and encourage students to practice skills and be active for a lifetime

Physical Education Standards

Standard 1. Demonstrates competency in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities. For example: galloping, skipping, jumping, running, throwing, kicking and catching.

Standard 2. Demonstrates an understanding of movement concepts, principles, strategies and tactics as they apply to the learning and performance of physical activities. For example: offense and defense strategies.

Standard 3. Participates regularly in physical activity. At school AND at home.

Standard 4. Achieves and maintains a health enhancing level of physical fitness.

Standard 5. Exhibits safe, responsible behavior that respects self and others, while accepting diversity in physical activity settings.

Standard 6. Understands the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.