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K–12 Standards

Grades PK-2

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The physically literate individual demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.1

  • A

    Locomotor1A

    1. 1

      Performs hopping, skipping, galloping, sliding and leaping competently. 1A.P1

    2. 2

      Achieves mature form* of running.1A.P2

    3. 3

      Utilizes correct mechanics* for take-off and landing while jumping for height and for distance.1A.P3

  • B

    Non-locomotor (stability)1B

    1. 1

      Controls body while balancing in a variety of shapes on different levels and bases of support.1B.P1

    2. 2

      Transfers weight appropriately between bases of support.1B.P2

  • C

    Manipulatives1C

    1. 1

      Performs the following skills with 2-3 critical elements* of a mature pattern: throwing (overhand and underhand), catching, dribbling with hands, kicking, volleying (underhand and overhead), striking (short and long implements).1C.P1

    2. 2

      Dribbles with either foot and maintains control of the ball for a short distance.1C.P2

    3. 3

      Strikes a slow-moving object upward repeatedly using a short implement.1C.P3

    4. 4

      Strikes a stationary object with a long implement. 1C.P4

    5. 5

      Jumps a self-turned rope repeatedly and a long rope at least five times. 1C.P5

  • D

    Offensive and Defensive Skills1D

    1.  

      Developmentally appropriate outcomes first appear in Grade 6.

  • E

    Dance and Rhythms1E

    1. 1

      Performs rhythmic activities created by the teacher and/or students.1E.P1

  • F

    Lifetime Activities1F

    1.  

      Developmentally appropriate outcomes first appear in Grade 6.

The physically literate individual applies knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies and tactics related to movement and performance.2

  • A

    Movement concepts, principles and knowledge2A

    1. 1

      Demonstrates multiple levels of movement, speed, direction, rhythm, pathways, force, time.2A.P1

    2. 2

      Applies corrective feedback to movement errors during performance. 2A.P2

    3. 3

      States the short-term effects of physical activity on the heart and lungs. 2A.P3

The physically literate individual demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.3

  • A

    Physical Activity Knowledge3A

    1. 1

      States the benefits of being physically active.3A.P1

  • B

    Fitness Knowledge3B

    1. 1

      Recognizes the relationship between movement, heart rate and breathing (i.e. increased movement causes increased heart rate and faster breathing).3B.EP1

    2. 2

      Names physical activities that enhance fitness.3B.EP2

  • C

    Assessment and Program Planning3C

    1.  

      Developmentally appropriate outcomes first appear in Grade 3. 

  • D

    Nutrition3D

    1. 1

      Distinguishes between healthy and unhealthy foods.3D.EP1

    2. 2

      Describes the relationship between food, energy, and physical activity.3D.EP2

The physically literate individual exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.4

  • A

    Demonstrating Personal Responsibility4A

    1. 1

      Plays independently with responsible personal behavior.4A.EP1

  • B

    Accepting/Providing Feedback4B

    1. 1

      Accepts corrective feedback from the teacher.4B.EP1

  • C

    Working with Others4C

    1. 1

      Works cooperatively with the teacher and others.4C.EP1

  • D

    Following Rules and Etiquette 4D

    1. 1

      Follows instructions and class procedures.4D.EP1

  • E

    Safety4E

    1. 1

      Follows the teacher’s instructions regarding safety procedures.4E.EP1

The physically literate individual recognizes the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.5

  • A

    Health5A

    1. 1

      Identifies physical activities that enhance health. 5A.EP1

  • B

    Challenge5B

    1. 1

      Recognizes physical activities that are challenging.5B.EP1

  • C

    Self-expression and Enjoyment5C

    1. 1

      Identifies physical activities that provide opportunities for self-expression and enjoyment.5C.EP1

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PRE-K, Kindergarten, Grade 1, and Grade 2

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