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K–12 Standards

Grade 6

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Motor Skills

  • 1.

    Invasion Games/ThrowingMS.1

    1. 6.

      Using a mature overhand pattern, throws at targets of varying distance.MS.1.6

  • 2.

    Invasion Games/CatchingMS.2

    1. 6.

      Using a mature pattern, catches at different levels and extensions .MS.2.6

  • 3.

    Invasion/ReceivingMS.3

    1. 6.

      Passes/receives with hands/feet/implement while traveling (partner activity).MS.3.6

  • 4.

    Invasion Games/Passing and ReceivingMS.4

    1. 6.

      Passes and receives utilizing various pathways (partner activity).MS.4.6

  • 5.

    Invasion Games/Offensive SkillsMS.5

    1. 6.

      Performs offensive skills (pivots, fakes, change of direction, and give and go) to create open space without defensive pressure.MS.5.6

  • 6.

    Invasion Games/Sports-Ball ControlMS.6

    1. 6.

      Demonstrates a dominant side (hand or foot) dribble while changing directions.MS.6.6

  • 7.

    Invasion Games/Sports-Ball ControlMS.7

    1. 6.

      Dribbles and passes a ball with foot or implement using both inside and outside of foot or implement.MS.7.6

  • 8.

    Invasion Games/Sports-Shooting on GoalMS.8

    1. 6.

      Shoots on goal with appropriate force and accuracy.MS.8.6

  • 9.

    Invasion Games/Sports-Defensive SkillsMS.9

    1. 6.

      Demonstrates defensive ready position, with weight on balls of feet, arms extended, palms up and eyes on abdomen.MS.9.6

  • 10.

    Games/Sports-Serving (Net/Wall)MS.10

    1. 6.

      Performs a serve (underhand/overhand) with control for net/wall games.MS.10.6

  • 11.

    Games/Sports-Striking (Net/Wall)MS.11

    1. 6.

      Strikes with an overhand pattern with appropriate distance and force during various practice tasks.MS.11.6

  • 12.

    Games/Sports-Forehand/BackhandMS.12

    1. 6.

      Demonstrates proper technique using a short or long handled implement to complete a forehand and backhand stroke.MS.12.6

  • 13.

    Net/wall Games/Sports-VolleyMS.13

    1. 6.

      Executes a forearm volley using a mature pattern.MS.13.6

  • 14.

    Game/Sports-Target ( Striking)MS.14

    1. 6.

      Strikes a stationary object with an implement for accuracy (e.g., Croquet, shuffle board, golf).MS.14.6

  • 15.

    Games/Sports-Field(Strike)MS.15

    1. 6.

      Strikes a pitched ball with an implement.MS.15.6

  • 16.

    Games/Sports-Field (Fielding)MS.16

    1. 6.

      Catch (field) an object using a mature pattern.MS.16.6

  • 17.

    Fitness (types of activities)MS.17

    1. 6.

      Participates in a variety of aerobic fitness activities (step aerobics, jump rope, cardio kick boxing, aerobic dance).MS.17.6

  • 18.

    Fitness (intensity)MS.18

    1. 6.

      Participates in moderate to vigorous aerobic physical activity.MS.18.6

  • 19.

    Fitness (flexibility)MS.19

    1. 6.

      Uses correct techniques for static stretching to improve flexibility.MS.19.6

  • 20.

    Rhythms & DanceMS.20

    1. 6.

      Demonstrates proper sequence of a dance with at least 32 counts.MS.20.6

  • 21.

    Rhythms & DanceMS.21

    1. 6.

      Moves in time to the beat of music of different tempos.MS.21.6

  • 22.

    Educational GymnasticsMS.22

    1. 6.

      Demonstrates a prescribed educational gymnastics routine with at least 3 elements.MS.22.6

  • 23.

    AquaticsMS.23

    1. 6.

      Demonstrates basic water adjustment skill (submerge, hold breath, and exhale while submerged).MS.23.6

  • 24.

    Outdoor PursuitsMS.24

    1. 6.

      Demonstrates correct technique for basic skills in 1 selected outdoor activity (e.g., Rock Climbing, Orienteering, Hiking, Biking, Ropes Course).MS.24.6

Cognitive Concepts

  • 1.

    Peer Assessment (demonstrates higher level learning, offers feedback to peers)CC.1

    1. 6.

      Recites the critical elements.CC.1.6

  • 2.

    Peer Assessment (demonstrates higher level learning, offers feedback to peers)CC.2

    1. 6.

      Uses a teacher generated checklist to evaluate a peer's performance of a skill.CC.2.6

  • 3.

    Games/Sports- Creating SpaceCC.3

    1. 6.

      Creates open space.CC.3.6

  • 4.

    Games/Sports- Reducing SpaceCC.4

    1. 6.

      Identifies correct defensive position based on situation.CC.4.6

  • 5.

    Games/Sports-DenialCC.5

    1. 6.

      When appropriate, denies the pass or catch.CC.5.6

  • 6.

    Games/Sports-TransitionCC.6

    1. 6.

      Successfully transitions quickly from offense to defense or defense to offense.CC.6.6

  • 7.

    Games/Sports-Tactics/ShotsCC.7

    1. 6.

      Identifies appropriate position for anticipated shot.CC.7.6

  • 8.

    Games/Sports-Shot SelectionCC.8

    1. 6.

      Identifies the appropriate club or shot needed based on the opponent's position or angle/distance of target.CC.8.6

  • 9.

    Games/Sports-Offensive StrategiesCC.9

    1. 6.

      Explains intended location of the shot (shot on goal)CC.9.6

  • 10.

    Outdoor Pursuits-Movement ConceptsCC.10

    1. 6.

      Identifies and makes appropriate decision based on skill level and conditions.CC.10.6

Fitness And Physical Activiy (FPA)

  • 1.

    Physical Activity KnowledgeFPA.1

    1. 6.

      Lists the benefits of daily physical activity.FPA.1.6

  • 2.

    Fitness KnowledgeFPA.2

    1. 6.

      Identifies the 6 skill related fitness components (agility, balance, coordination, power, reaction time and speed).FPA.2.6

  • 3.

    Fitness KnowledgeFPA.3

    1. 6.

      Defines resting heart rate and calculate target heart rate zone.FPA.3.6

  • 4.

    Fitness KnowledgeFPA.4

    1. 6.

      Identifies the FITT Principle (Frequency, Intensity, Type, Time).FPA.4.6

  • 5.

    Fitness KnowledgeFPA.5

    1. 6.

      Identifies upper and lower body muscle groups.FPA.5.6

  • 6.

    Assessment & PlanningFPA.6

    1. 6.

      Completes a 2 week activity log and compare results to a formal fitness test.FPA.6.6

Personal & Social Responsibility (PSR)

  • 1.

    Personal and Social ResponsibilityPSR.1

    1. 6.

      Exhibits personal responsibility by using appropriate etiquette, respect for facilities and equipment and safe behaviors.PSR.1.6

  • 2.

    Rules & EtiquettePSR.2

    1. 6.

      Identifies the rules and etiquette in physical activities.PSR.2.6

  • 3.

    Rules & EtiquettePSR.3

    1. 6.

      Describes rules and guidelines for resolving conflict in physical activity.PSR.3.6

  • 4.

    CooperationPSR.4

    1. 6.

      Willingly includes others of a diverse population.PSR.4.6

Values Physical Activity (VPA)

  • 1.

    AppreciationVPA.1

    1. 6.

      Communicates ideas and feelings towards physical activity.VPA.1.6

  • 2.

    ChallengeVPA.2

    1. 6.

      Recognizes individual challenges and performs positive coping strategies.VPA.2.6

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 6
When were these standards adopted?
2016
Where can I read the official document?
Tennessee Physical Education Standards 6-8

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