Sports Officiating - Level 1

Anchor Standard 1: Motor Skills and Movement Patterns: _The physically literate individual demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns._PE19.SO1.1

  • A

    SO-1.1 Knowledge and expertise: _Rules, interpretations, and mechanical techniques of officiating_PE19.SO1.1.A

    1. 1

      Study the rules and learn the hand signals and vocabulary needed to become a certified official for each sport desired.PE19.SO1.1.1

  • B

    SO-1.2 Hand signals and verbal communication: _Competency_PE19.SO1.1.B

    1. 2

      Exhibit the ability to identify an infraction to make a call in a timely manner.PE19.SO1.1.2

Anchor Standard 2: Movement and performance: _The physically literate individual applies knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies, and tactics related to movement and performance._PE19.SO1.2

  • A

    SO-2.1 Physical skills, psychological skills, and commitment: _Proper hand signals and verbal communication_PE19.SO1.2.A

    1. 1

      Practice game management, human relations, skills with players, coaches, administrators, and spectators.PE19.SO1.2.1

  • B

    SO-2.2 Psychological and philosophical differences that separate below-average and above- average officials: _Knowledge_PE19.SO1.2.B

    1. 2

      Compare characteristics of ineffective and effective officials.PE19.SO1.2.2

Anchor Standard 3: Physical Activity and Fitness: _The physically literate individual demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness._PE19.SO1.3

  • A

    SO-3.1 Understanding and applying officiating techniques and responsibilities: _Ability to work in partnership with fellow officials in sporting events_PE19.SO1.3.A

    1. 1

      List characteristics of successful interaction between officials and proper game day management.PE19.SO1.3.1

  • B

    SO-3.2 Primary responsibilities of each official: _Knowledge and skills_PE19.SO1.3.B

    1. 2

      Identify game responsibilities of each official in a game setting (sport specific).PE19.SO1.3.2

Anchor Standard 4: Personal and Social Behavior: _The physically literate individual exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others._PE19.SO1.4

  • A

    SO-4.1 Proper professional behavior: _Responsible behavior_PE19.SO1.4.A

    1. 1

      Analyze a registered official's game techniques on video or live.PE19.SO1.4.1

  • B

    SO-4.2 Professionalism before, during, and after the contest: _Respects self and others_PE19.SO1.4.B

    1. 2

      Identify the components of game responsibilities of an official: uniform, promptness, knowledge, and self-confidence.PE19.SO1.4.2

Anchor Standard 5: Values Physical Activity: _The physically literate individual recognizes the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and/or social interaction._PE19.SO1.5

  • A

    SO-5.1 Personal aspects of officiating: _AHSAA minimum standards, Code of Ethics, and sportsmanship manual_PE19.SO1.5.A

    1. 1

      Identify the minimum standards for certification as an official as stated in the AHSAA handbook.PE19.SO1.5.1

  • B

    SO-5.2 Levels of physical fitness: _Values physical activity_PE19.SO1.5.B

    1. 2

      Evaluate personal level of fitness readiness to officiate different sports.PE19.SO1.5.2

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Physical Education (2019)

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