Grade K PE Standards 2016
E = Emerging M = Maturing A = Applying
PE.K.1 Physical Activity Skills and Movement Patterns
PE.K.1.1 Performs locomotor skills in a variety of environments.
PE.K.1.1.a Hops, gallops, jogs, runs, walks, slides, skips, and leaps while maintaining balance. (E)
PE.K.1.1.b Jumps vertically and lands with balance. (E)
PE.K.1.1.c Jumps horizontally and lands with balance. (E)
PE.K.1.1.d Exhibits a variety of locomotor skills in rhythmic activities led by teacher. (E)
PE.K.1.2 Performs non-locomotor skills in a variety of environments.
PE.K.1.2.a Maintains momentary stillness on different bases of support. (E)
PE.K.1.2.b Forms wide, narrow, curled, and twisted body shapes. (E)
PE.K.1.2.c Rolls sideways in a narrow body shape.(E)
PE.K.1.2.d Curls and stretches the body and/or parts of the body. (E)
PE.K.1.3 Performs manipulative skills in a variety of environments. PE.K.1.3.a Throws underhand with opposite foot forward. (E)
PE.K.1.3.b Drops a ball and catches it before it bounces twice. (E)
PE.K.1.3.c Dribbles a ball with one hand, attempting the second contact. (E)
PE.K.1.3.d Pushes a ball using the inside of the foot, sending it forward. (E)
PE.K.1.3.e Kicks a stationary ball from a stationary position, demonstrating 2 of 5 critical elements. (E)
PE.K.1.3.f Volleys a lightweight object underhand, sending it upward. (E)
PE.K.1.3.g Strikes a lightweight object with a short-handled implement. (E)
PE.K.1.3.h Completes a single jump with self-turned rope. (E)
PE.K.1.3.i Jumps a long rope with teacher-assisted turning. (E)
PE.K.2 Movement Concepts, Strategies, and Tactics
PE.K.2.1 Demonstrates knowledge of movement concepts in a variety of environments.
PE.K.2.1.a Differentiates between movement in self space and general space. (E)
PE.K.2.1.b Moves to a rhythm in self space. (E)
PE.K.2.1.c Travels in straight, curved, and zig zag pathways. (E)
PE.K.2.1.d Travels at different speeds in general space. (E)
PE.K.3 Health-Related Physical Activity and Fitness
PE.K.3.1 Demonstrates the knowledge to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity.
PE.K.3.1.a Identifies active play opportunities outside of physical education class. (E)
PE.K.3.2 Engages in physical activity.
PE.K.3.2.a Participates in physical activity in physical education class. (E)
PE.K.3.3 Exhibits the knowledge to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
PE.K.3.3.a Recognizes that moving fast increases heart rate and breathing. (E)
PE.K.3.4 Communicates the importance of health-related fitness components and nutrition for physical activity.
PE.K.3.4.a Recognizes that food provides energy for physical activity. (E)
PE.K.4 Responsible Behavior
PE.K.4.1 Exhibits personal responsibility in physical activity settings.
PE.K.4.1.a Follows directions in group settings (e.g., safe behaviors, following rules, taking turns). (E)
PE.K.4.1.b Acknowledges responsibility for behavior when prompted. (E)
PE.K.4.2 Accepts and responds to specific corrective feedback from teacher and peers.
PE.K.4.2.a Follows instructions when prompted. (E)
PE.K.4.3 Exhibits responsible social behavior when working with others.
PE.K.4.3.a Shares equipment and space with others. (E)
PE.K.4.4 Follows rules and demonstrates proper etiquette.
PE.K.4.4.a Recognizes protocol for class activities. (E)
PE.K.4.5 Participates safely in physical activities.
PE.K.4.5.a Follows teacher directions for safe participation and proper use of equipment with minimal reminders. (E)
PE.K.5 Physical Activity Benefits
PE.K.5.1 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for health.
PE.K.5.1.a Recognizes that physical activity is important for good health. (E)
PE.K.5.2 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for challenge.
PE.K.5.2.a Acknowledges that some physical activities are difficult/challenging. (E)
PE.K.5.3 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for self-expression and enjoyment.
PE.K.5.3.a Identifies physical activities that are enjoyable. (E)
PE.K.5.3.b Discusses the enjoyment of playing with friends. (E)
Grade 1 PE Standards 2016
E = Emerging M = Maturing A = Applying
PE.1.1 Physical Activity Skills and Movement Patterns
PE.1.1.1 Performs locomotor skills in a variety of environments.
PE.1.1.1.a Hops, gallops, side slides, and walks in a mature pattern. (M)
PE.1.1.1.b Exhibits 2 of 5 critical elements for jumping horizontally using two-foot take-off and landing. (E)
PE.1.1.1.c Exhibits 2 of 5 critical elements for jumping vertically using two-foot take-off and landing. (E)
PE.1.1.1.d Demonstrates a variety of locomotor and non-locomotor skills in teacher-designed rhythmic activities. (E)
PE.1.1.2 Performs non-locomotor skills in a variety of environments.
PE.1.1.2.a Maintains stillness on different bases of support with different body shapes. (E)
PE.1.1.2.b Transfers weight from one body part to another in self-space. (E)
PE.1.1.2.c Rolls with either a narrow or curled body shape. (E)
PE.1.1.2.d Curls, stretches, twists, and bends the body and/or parts of the body. (E)
PE.1.1.3 Performs manipulative skills in a variety of environments.
PE.1.1.3.a Throws underhand, demonstrating 2 of 5 critical elements. (E)
PE.1.1.3.b Throws overhand with opposite foot forward. (E)
PE.1.1.3.c Catches various sizes of objects self-tossed or tossed by an accurate thrower. (E)
PE.1.1.3.d Dribbles continuously in self-space using the preferred hand. (E)
PE.1.1.3.e Pushes or dribbles a ball using the inside of the foot while walking in general space. (E)
PE.1.1.3.f Approaches a stationary ball and kicks it forward, demonstrating 2 of 5 critical elements. (E)
PE.1.1.3.g Volleys an object underhand with an open palm, sending it upward. (E)
PE.1.1.3.h Volleys a lightweight object overhead sending it upward over the head. (E)
PE.1.1.3.i Strikes an object with a short-handled implement, sending it upward. (E)
PE.1.1.3.j Strikes a ball with a bat off a tee or cone. (E)
PE.1.1.3.k Jumps consecutively forward and backward using a self-turned rope with a mature pattern. (E)
PE.1.1.3.l Jumps a long rope 3 times consecutively with teacher-assisted turning. (E)
PE.1.2 Movement Concepts, Strategies, and Tactics
PE.1.2.1 Demonstrates knowledge of movement concepts in a variety of environments.
PE.1.2.1.a Moves in self-space and general space in response to a designated rhythm. (E)
PE.1.2.1.b Travels at low, middle, and high levels. (E)
PE.1.2.1.c Travels over, under, around, and through a variety of objects. (E)
PE.1.2.1.d Differentiates between fast and slow speeds. (E)
PE.1.2.1.e Differentiates between strong and light forces. (E)
PE.1.2.1.f Moves in various directions (forward, backward, sideways) while traveling in general space. (E)
PE.1.3 Health-Related Physical Activity and Fitness
PE.1.3.1 Demonstrates the knowledge to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity.
PE.1.3.1.a Discusses the benefits of being physically active in structured (e.g., physical education class) or unstructured (e.g., recess) situations. (E)
PE.1.3.2 Engages in physical activity.
PE.1.3.2.a Engages in physical activity in physical education class. (E)
PE.1.3.3 Exhibits the knowledge to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
PE.1.3.3.a Identifies the heart as a muscle that grows stronger with exercise, active play, and physical activity. (E)
PE.1.3.4 Communicates the importance of health-related fitness components and nutrition for physical activity.
PE.1.3.4.a Differentiates between healthy and unhealthy foods. (E)
PE.1.4 Responsible Behavior
PE.1.4.1 Exhibits personal responsibility in physical activity settings.
PE.1.4.1.a Uses equipment and space appropriately. (E)
PE.1.4.1.b Follows the rules and procedures of the learning environment. (E)
PE.1.4.2 Accepts and responds to specific corrective feedback from teacher and peers.
PE.1.4.2.a Responds appropriately to positive feedback from the teacher. (M)
PE.1.4.3 Exhibits responsible social behavior when working with others.
PE.1.4.3.a Works with others in a variety of class environments (e.g., small and large groups). (E)
PE.1.4.4 Follows rules and demonstrates proper etiquette.
PE.1.4.4.a Displays the established protocol for class activities. (E)
PE.1.4.5 Participates safely in physical activities.
PE.1.4.5.a Follows teacher directions for safe participation and proper use of equipment without reminders. (E)
PE.1.5 Physical Activity Benefits
PE.1.5.1 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for health.
PE.1.5.1.a Identifies physical activity as a component of good health. (E)
PE.1.5.2 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for challenge.
PE.1.5.2.a Accepts that challenge in physical activities can lead to success. (E)
PE.1.5.3 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for self-expression and enjoyment.
PE.1.5.3.a Describes positive feelings that result from participating in physical activities. (E)
PE.1.5.3.b Discusses personal reasons for enjoying physical activities. (E)
Grade 2 PE Standards 2016
E = Emerging M = Maturing A = Applying
PE.2.1Physical Activity Skills and Movement Patterns
PE.2.1.1 Performs locomotor skills in a variety of environments.
PE.2.1.1.a Applies hopping, galloping, and side sliding in a variety of activity environments. (A)
PE.2.1.1.b Skips, runs, and jogs in mature patterns. (M)
PE.2.1.1.c Exhibits 4 of 5 critical elements for jumping horizontally using a variety of two-foot and one-foot take-offs and landings. (E)
PE.2.1.1.d Exhibits 4 of 5 critical elements for jumping vertically using a variety of two-foot and one-foot take-offs and landings. (E)
PE.2.1.1.e Demonstrates locomotor and non-locomotor skills in teacher-designed or student-designed rhythmic activities. (E)
PE.2.1.2 Performs non-locomotor skills in a variety of environments.
PE.2.1.2.a Balances on different bases of support, combining levels and shapes. (E)
PE.2.1.2.b Transfers weight to different body parts/bases of support for balance and/or for travel. (E)
PE.2.1.2.c Rolls in different directions with either a narrow or curled body shape. (E)
PE.2.1.2.d Differentiates among curling, stretching, twisting, and bending. (M)
PE.2.1.2.e Combines balances and weight transfers into a 3-part sequence. (E)
PE.2.1.3 Performs manipulative skills in a variety of environments.
PE.2.1.3.a Throws underhand using a mature pattern. (M)
PE.2.1.3.b Throws overhand demonstrating 2 of 5 critical elements. (E)
PE.2.1.3.c Passes with hands to a stationary partner. (E)
PE.2.1.3.d Catches a self-tossed or well-thrown large ball with hands using 2 of 5 critical elements. (E)
PE.2.1.3.e Dribbles continuously in self space with preferred hand, demonstrating 3 of 5 critical elements. (M)
PE.2.1.3.f Dribbles using preferred hand while walking in general space. (E)
PE.2.1.3.g Dribbles with feet in general space with control of ball and body. (E)
PE.2.1.3.h Uses a continuous running approach and kicks a moving ball, demonstrating 3 of 5 critical elements. (E)
PE.2.1.3.i Volleys an object underhand sending it upward with consecutive hits using 3 of 5 critical elements. (E)
PE.2.1.3.j Volleys a lightweight object overhead sending it upward with consecutive hits. (E)
PE.2.1.3.k Strikes an object with a short-handled implement upward, using consecutive hits. (E)
PE.2.1.3.l Strikes a ball with a bat off a tee or cone using correct grip and proper body orientation. (E)
PE.2.1.3.m Jumps consecutively forward and backward using a self-turned rope with a mature pattern. (M)
PE.2.1.3.n Jumps a long rope 5 times consecutively with student turners. (E)
PE.2.2 Movement Concepts, Strategies, and Tactics
PE.2.2.1 Demonstrates knowledge of movement concepts in a variety of environments.
PE.2.2.1.a Combines locomotor skills in general space to a rhythm. (E)
PE.2.2.1.b Combines shapes (e.g., narrow, wide, twisted, curved, asymmetrical and symmetrical) levels and pathways into simple travel, rhythmic, and tumbling sequences. (E)
PE.2.2.1.c Varies speed and force with gradual increases and decreases. (E)
PE.2.3 Health-Related Physical Activity and Fitness
PE.2.3.1 Demonstrates the knowledge to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity.
PE.2.3.1.a Describes different opportunities outside of physical education class (e.g., recess, before and after school, at home, in the community, with friends, with family) to use large-motor and/or manipulative physical activities. (E)
PE.2.3.2 Engages in physical activity.
PE.2.3.2.a Engages in physical activity in physical education class in response to instruction and practice. (E)
PE.2.3.3 Exhibits the knowledge to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
PE.2.3.3.a Recognizes the use of own body weight as resistance (e.g., plank, animal walks) for developing strength. (E)
PE.2.3.3.b States the purpose of a warm-up and cool-down led by the teacher. (E)
PE.2.3.4 Communicates the importance of health-related fitness components and nutrition for physical activity.
PE.2.3.4.a Recognizes the impact of nutrition on physical activity. (E)
PE.2.4 Responsible Behavior
PE.2.4.1 Exhibits personal responsibility in physical activity settings.
PE.2.4.1.a Practices skills with minimal teacher prompting. (E)
PE.2.4.1.b Accepts responsibility for class expectations with behavior and performance. (E)
PE.2.4.2 Accepts and responds to specific corrective feedback from teacher and peers.
PE.2.4.2.a Accepts positive corrective feedback from the teacher. (M)
PE.2.4.3 Exhibits responsible social behavior when working with others.
PE.2.4.3.a Works with a partner with minimal teacher prompting. (E)
PE.2.4.4 Follows rules and demonstrates proper etiquette.
PE.2.4.4.a Recognizes the importance of rules and etiquette in teacher-designed physical activities. (E)
PE.2.4.5 Participates safely in physical activities.
PE.2.4.5.a Works independently and safely with or without equipment. (E)
PE.2.5 Physical Activity Benefits
PE.2.5.1 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for health.
PE.2.5.1.a Recognizes the relationship between physical activity and good health. (E)
PE.2.5.2 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for challenge.
PE.5.4.2.a Compares different physical activities that brings challenge and promotes confidence. (E)
PE.2.5.3 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for self-expression and enjoyment.
PE.2.5.3.a Identifies physical activities that provide self-expression. (E)
Grade 4 PE Standards 2016
E = Emerging M = Maturing A = Applying
PE.4.1 Physical Activity Skills and Movement Patterns
PE.4.1.1 Performs locomotor skills in a variety of environments.
PE.4.1.1.a Performs various locomotor skills in different environments including rhythmic activities and tumbling. (A)
PE.4.1.1.b Demonstrates the mature pattern for running distance. (A)
PE.4.1.1.c Jumps horizontally and lands using a mature pattern specific to tumbling. (A)
PE.4.1.1.d Jumps vertically and lands using a mature pattern specific to tumbling. (A)
PE.4.1.1.e Combines locomotor movement patterns and dance steps to create and perform an original dance. (M)
PE.4.1.1.f Demonstrates the combination of locomotor skills with manipulative skills (e.g., dribbling, throwing, catching, and striking). (M)
PE.4.1.2 Performs non-locomotor skills in a variety of environments.
PE.4.1.2.a Balances in an inverted position with stillness and supportive base. (M)
PE.4.1.2.b Transfers weight from feet to hands, varying speed and using large extensions (e.g., mule kick, handstand, cartwheel). (M)
PE.4.1.2.c Applies rolling in a tumbling sequence. (A)
PE.4.1.2.d Transitions from one balance to another with curling, stretching, twisting, and bending actions in a tumbling sequence. (M)
PE.4.1.2.e Combines locomotor and non-locomotor skills and movement concepts (e.g., levels, shapes, extensions, pathways, force, time, flow) to create and perform a dance with a partner. (E)
PE.4.1.2.f Combines traveling with balance and weight transfers to create a tumbling sequence. (E)
PE.4.1.3 Performs manipulative skills in a variety of environments.
PE.4.1.3.a Applies underhand throwing skills with different sizes and types of objects. (A)
PE.4.1.3.b Throws overhand using a mature pattern in a non-dynamic environment. (M)
PE.4.1.3.c Throws to a partner or target with accuracy at a designated distance. (E)
PE.4.1.3.d Passes to a moving partner, at various distances. (M)
PE.4.1.3.e Catches a thrown ball at various levels (e.g., overhand and underhand) using a mature pattern in a non-dynamic environment. (M)
PE.4.1.3.f Dribbles, with both the preferred and the non-preferred hands, in self-space using a mature pattern. (M)
PE.4.1.3.g Dribbles with feet in general space, with control of ball and body, while increasing and decreasing speed. (E)
PE.4.1.3 h Passes and receives a ball with various parts of the feet (e.g., inside, outside, top) with a stationary partner, cushioning on reception before returning the pass. (E)
PE.4.1.3.i Dribbles with hands or feet in combination with other skills (e.g., passing, receiving, shooting). (E)
PE.4.1.3.j Kicks a ball along the ground using a mature pattern. (M)
PE.4.1.3.k Kicks a ball in the air using a mature pattern. (M)
PE.4.1.3.l Punts a ball using a mature pattern. (M)
PE.4.1.3.m Volleys underhand using a mature pattern in a dynamic environment (e.g., 2-square, 4-square). (M)
PE.4.1.3.n Volleys a lightweight ball with a two-hand overhead pattern, sending it upward, demonstrating 4 of 5 critical elements. (E)
PE.4.1.3.o Strikes an object with a short-handled implement (e.g., racquet, paddle) over a net or against a wall using a mature pattern. (M)
PE.4.1.3.p Strikes an object with a short-handled implement, alternating hits with a partner over a low net or against a wall. (M)
PE.4.1.3.q Strikes an object with a long-handled implement (e.g., hockey stick, bat, golf club), demonstrating 3 of 5 critical elements. (E)
PE.4.1.3.r Strikes a pitched ball with a bat using 4 of 5 critical elements. (E)
PE.4.1.3.s Combines traveling with dribbling, throwing, catching, and striking in teacher- and/or student-designed practice tasks. (E)
PE.4.1.3.t Creates a jump rope routine with either a short or long rope. (A)
PE.4.2 Movement Concepts, Strategies, and Tactics
PE.4.2.1 Demonstrates knowledge of movement concepts in a variety of environments.
PE.4.2.1.a Demonstrates the concept of open space with combination skills involving traveling within boundaries while changing speeds (e.g., dribbling and traveling). (M)
PE.4.2.1.b Combines movement concepts with skills in small-sided practice tasks, tumbling, and dance environments. (M)
PE.4.2.1.c Applies speed and force with pacing when running. (A)
PE.4.2.1.d Applies direction and force when striking an object with a short-handled implement, sending it to a designated target. (M)
PE.4.2.1.e Applies the concept of alignment in teacher-designed tumbling and dance sequences. (M)
PE.4.2.1.f Applies the concept of muscular tension with balance in teacher-designed tumbling and dance. (M)
PE.4.2.2 Applies knowledge of strategies and tactics in a variety of environments.
PE.4.2.2.a Applies simple offensive and defensive strategies in chasing and fleeing activities. (M)
PE.4.2.2 b Recognizes the types of kicks needed for different small-sided game situations and activities. (M)
PE.4.3 Health-Related Physical Activity and Fitness
PE.4.3.1 Demonstrates the knowledge to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity.
PE.4.3.1.a Analyzes opportunities for participating in physical activity outside physical education class. (M)
PE.4.3.2 Engages in physical activity. PE.
4.3.2.a Engages in physical activity in physical education class without teacher prompting. (M)
PE.4.3.3 Exhibits the knowledge to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
PE.4.3.3.a Identifies the components of health-related fitness. (E)
PE.4.3.3.b Demonstrates warm-up and cool-down for cardio-respiratory fitness self-evaluation. (M)
PE.4.3.4 Communicates the importance of health-related fitness components and nutrition for physical activity.
PE.4.3.4.a Completes health-related fitness assessment (e.g., pre and post). (M)
PE.4.3.4.b Utilizes assessment results with teacher assistance to identify components needing maintenance and/or remediation. (E)
PE.4.3.4. c Identifies strategies for progress in remediation areas with teacher assistance. (M)
PE.4.3.4.d Discusses the importance of hydration and hydration choices for physical activities. (E)
PE.4.4 Responsible Behavior
PE.4.4.1 Exhibits personal responsibility in physical activity settings.
PE.4.4.1.a Exhibits responsible behavior in independent group situations. (M)
PE.4.4.1.b Reflects on personal and social behavior in physical activity settings. (M)
PE.4.4.2 Accepts and responds to specific corrective feedback from teacher and peers.
PE.4.4.2.a Listens respectfully to specific corrective feedback from peers and adults. (M)
PE.4.4.2.b Gives positive corrective feedback respectfully to peers when prompted. (E)
PE.4.4.3 Exhibits responsible social behavior when working with others.
PE.4.4.3.a Praises the movement performance of others with varying skill abilities. (M)
PE.4.4.3.b Accepts players of varying skill levels into the physical activity. (M)
PE.4.4.4 Follows rules and demonstrates proper etiquette.
PE.4.4.4.a Exhibits etiquette and adherence to rules in a variety of physical activities. (E)
PE.4.4.5 Participates safely in physical activities.
PE.4.4.5.a Works safely with peers and equipment in physical activity settings. (M)
PE.4.5 Physical Activity Benefits
PE.4.5.1 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for health.
PE.4.5.1.a Investigates the health benefits of participation in physical activity. (M)
PE.4.5.2 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for challenge.
PE.4.5.2.a Rates the satisfaction of participating in challenging and mastered physical activities. (M)
PE.4.5.3 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for self-expression and enjoyment.
PE.4.5.3.a Ranks the enjoyment of participating in different physical activities. (M)
PE.4.5.4 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for social interaction.
PE.4.5.4.a Describes and compares the positive social interactions when engaged in partner, small group, and large group physical activities. (M)
Grade 5 PE Standards 2016
E = Emerging M = Maturing A = Applying
PE.5.1 Physical Activity Skills and Movement Patterns
PE.5.1.1 Performs locomotor skills in a variety of environments.
PE.5.1.1.a Combines locomotor and manipulative skills in a variety of small-sided game environments (A)
PE.5.1.1.b Paces at a variety of running distances. (A)
PE.5.1.1.c Jumps horizontally and lands in combination with other movements. (A)
PE.5.1.1.d Jumps vertically and lands in combination with other movements. (A)
PE.5.1.1.e Combines locomotor skills in cultural and/or creative dance (e.g., self and group) with correct rhythm and pattern. (A)
PE.5.1.1.f Applies the combination of locomotor and manipulative skills in small-sided practice tasks. (A)
PE.5.1.2 Performs non-locomotor skills in a variety of environments.
PE.5.1.2.a Applies the combination of balance and weight transfer in tumbling. (A)
PE.5.1.2.b Demonstrates weight transfer in tumbling. (A)
PE.5.1.2.c Applies rolling in a variety of environments (e.g., dance, games). (A)
PE.5.1.2.d Applies curling, stretching, twisting, and bending in dance and tumbling. (A)
PE.5.1.2.e Combines locomotor and non-locomotor skills and movement concepts (e.g., levels, shapes, extensions, pathways, force, time, flow) to create and perform a dance with a group. (E)
PE.5.1.2.f Combines tumbling skills with balance and weight transfers to create a tumbling sequence. (E)
PE.5.1.3 Performs manipulative skills in a variety of environments.
PE.5.1.3.a Applies underhand throwing skills with different sizes and types of objects in small-sided games. (A)
PE.5.1.3.b Throws overhand with accuracy in small-sided games. (M)
PE.5.1.3.c Passes, with both partners moving, at various distances. (A)
PE.5.1.3.d Catches a struck ball at all levels (e.g., overhand and underhand) in a non-dynamic environment. (A)
PE.5.1.3.e Catches while both partners are moving. (A)
PE.5.1.3.f Combines hand dribbling with other skills (e.g., passing, receiving, shooting) in a dynamic environment. (A)
PE.5.1.3.g Combines foot dribbling with other skills (e.g., passing, receiving, shooting) using a mature pattern. (A)
PE.5.1.3.h Passes and receives with the feet as both partners travel. (M)
PE.5.1.3.i Dribbles with hands or feet with mature patterns in a variety of small-sided games. (E)
PE.5.1.3.j Kicks in small-sided practice tasks using a mature pattern. (A)
PE.5.1.3.k Punts in small-sided practice tasks. (A)
PE.5.1.3.l Applies underhand volley in a dynamic environment using different sizes and types of balls. (A)
PE.5.1.3.m Performs a forearm pass using 3 of 5 critical elements. (E)
PE.5.1.3.n Volleys a lightweight ball, using a two-hand pattern, sending it upward to a target. (M)
PE.5.1.3.o Strikes an object consecutively with a partner, using a short-handled implement, over a net or against a wall in a dynamic environment. (A)
PE.5.1.3.p Combines striking with a long-handled implement (e.g., hockey stick, lacrosse stick) with receiving and traveling skills in practice tasks. (M)
PE.5.1.3.q Strikes a pitched ball with a bat using a mature pattern. (M)
PE.5.1.3.r Combines manipulative skills and traveling for execution to a target (e.g., scoring in soccer, hockey, basketball; receiving a pass in flag football). (M)
PE.5.1.3.s Creates a jump rope routine, with a partner or group, with either a short or long rope. (A)
PE.5.2 Movement Concepts, Strategies, and Tactics
PE.5.2.1 Demonstrates knowledge of movement concepts in a variety of environments.
PE.5.2.1.a Combines spatial concepts with locomotor and manipulative skills in a variety of small-sided games and dance. (A)
PE.5.2.1.b Combines movement concepts with skills in a variety of small-sided game environments, tumbling, and dance. (E & A)
PE.5.2.1.c Applies speed, direction, and force to strategy in small-sided games. (A)
PE.5.2.1.d Applies direction and force when striking an object with a long-handled implement, sending it to a designated target. (M)
PE.5.2.1.e Analyzes movement situations and applies movement concepts (e.g., force, direction, speed, pathways, extensions) in small-sided practice tasks. (A)
PE.5.2.1.f Applies the concept of alignment in student-designed tumbling and dance sequences. (M)
PE.5.2.1.g Applies the concepts of muscular tension with balance in student-designed tumbling and dance. (M)
PE.5.2.2 Applies knowledge of strategies and tactics in a variety of environments.
PE.5.2.2.a Applies basic offensive and defensive strategies and tactics in small-sided invasion games. (A)
PE.5.2.2.b Applies basic offensive and defensive strategies and tactics in net/wall games. (A)
PE.5.2.2.c Recognizes the types of throw, volley, or striking actions needed for different small-sided game situations and activities. (M)
PE.5.3 Health-Related Physical Activity and Fitness
PE.5.3.1 Demonstrates the knowledge to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity.
PE.5.3.1.a Charts and analyzes physical activity outside physical education class for fitness benefits of activities. (A)
PE.5.3.2 Engages in physical activity.
PE.5.3.2.a Engages in both teacher-directed and independent physical education class activities. (A)
PE.5.3.3 Exhibits the knowledge to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
PE.5.3.3.a Differentiates between skill-related and health-related fitness. (M)
PE.5.3.3.b Identifies and applies the need for warm-up and cool-down for various physical activities. (A)
PE.5.3.4 Communicates the importance of health-related fitness components and nutrition for physical activity.
PE.5.3.4.a Analyzes, with teacher assistance, results of health-related fitness assessment (e.g., pre and post), comparing results with criteria for good health. (A)
PE.5.3.4.b Designs a goal-setting plan, with teacher assistance, to address ways to use physical activity to enhance and maintain fitness. (A)
PE.5.3.4.c Analyzes the impact of food choices for physical activity, youth sports, and personal health. (M)
PE.5.4 Responsible Behavior
PE.5.4.1 Exhibits personal responsibility in physical activity settings.
PE.5.4.1.a Engages in physical activity with responsible inter-personal behavior (e.g., peer-topeer, student-to-teacher, student-to-referee). (M)
PE.5.4.1.b Exhibits responsible behavior in a variety of physical activity contexts, environments, and facilities. (A)
PE.5.4.2 Accepts and responds to specific corrective feedback from teacher and peers.
PE.5.4.2.a Gives specific corrective feedback respectfully to peers. (M)
PE.5.4.3 Exhibits responsible social behavior when working with others.
PE.5.4.3.a Accepts, recognizes, and actively involves others with varying abilities in physical activities and group projects.
PE.5.4.4 Follows rules and demonstrates proper etiquette.
PE.5.4.4.a Critiques the etiquette involved in various game activities. (M)
PE.5.4.5 Participates safely in physical activities.
PE.5.4.5.a Applies safety principles with age-appropriate physical activities. (A)
PE.5.5 Physical Activity Benefits
PE.5.5.1 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for health.
PE.5.5.1.a Compares the health benefits of participating in selected physical activities. (A)
PE.5.5.2 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for challenge.
PE.5.5.2.a Expresses the challenge of participating in a favorite physical activity. (A)
PE.5.5.3 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for self-expression and enjoyment.
PE.5.5.3.a Analyzes different physical activities for self-expression and enjoyment. (A)
PE.5.5.4 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for social interaction.
PE.5.5.4.a Describes the social benefits gained from participating in physical activity. (M)
Grade 6 PE Standards 2016
PE.6.1 Physical Activity Skills and Movement Patterns
PE.6.1.1 Performs a variety of dance and rhythmic skills and activities with competency.
PE.6.1.1.a Moves to a beat or rhythm in a dance (e.g., line, folk, social, creative, world).
PE.6.1.1.b Moves to a beat in a rhythmic activity (e.g., jump rope, cup stack, dance-fitness program, plyometric exercises).
PE.6.1.2 Performs a variety of invasion and field game skills and activities with competency.
PE.6.1.2.a Throws with a mature pattern for distance, force, and speed in a variety of practice tasks (e.g., softball, basketball, football, disc golf).
PE.6.1.2.b Catches a variety of objects with a mature pattern (e.g., softball, basketball, football, Frisbee).
PE.6.1.2.c Passes an object with hands in combination with locomotor patterns and change of direction.
PE.6.1.2.d Receives object with hands in combination with locomotor patterns and change of direction.
PE.6.1.2.e Performs pivots, fakes, and jab steps correctly without defensive pressure (e.g., basketball, soccer, lacrosse, flag football).
PE.6.1.2.f Dribbles with dominant hand using a change of speed and direction without defensive pressure in a variety of practice tasks (e.g., basketball).
PE.6.1.2.g Foot-dribbles with control, changing speed and directions, in a variety of practice tasks (e.g., soccer).
PE.6.1.2.h Dribbles with an implement with control, changing speed and directions in a variety of practice tasks (e.g., floor hockey, broomball).
PE.6.1.2.i Shoots with a mature pattern appropriate to the activity (e.g., basketball, team handball, soccer).
PE.6.1.2.j Maintains defensive ready position appropriate to the activity (e.g., basketball, volleyball, soccer, softball, flag football, wrestling).
PE.6.1.3 Performs a variety of net and wall game skills and activities with competency.
PE.6.1.3.a Performs a legal underhand serve.
PE.6.1.3.b Strikes with a mature overhand pattern in non-dynamic environment (e.g., volleyball, handball, badminton, tennis).
PE.6.1.3.c Strikes with mature pattern using the forehand and backhand strokes with a short-handled implement.
PE.6.1.3.d Strikes using a forehand volley with mature pattern and control using an implement.
PE.6.1.3.e Performs overhead two-hand volley with control.
PE.6.1.3.f Performs a forearm pass with a mature pattern.
PE.6.1.4 Performs a variety of target game skills and activities with competency.
PE.6.1.4.a Throws underhand with a mature pattern in activity specific tasks (e.g., soccer, softball, bowling, bocce, horseshoes).
PE.6.1.4.b Strikes, with an implement, a stationary object (e.g., croquet, golf, shuffleboard).
PE.6.1.5 Performs a variety of fielding/striking game skills and activities with competency.
PE.6.1.5.a Strikes a pitched ball with an implement with a mature pattern.
PE.6.1.5.b Catches with hands using a mature pattern, from different trajectories, using a variety of balls in varying practice tasks.
PE.6.1.6 Performs a variety of outdoor pursuits and individual performance activities with competency.
PE.6.1.6.a Demonstrates correct technique for basic skills in one self-selected outdoor activity (e.g., fishing, archery, wall climbing, geocaching, bicycling).
PE.6.1.6.b Demonstrates correct technique for basic skills in one self-selected activity (e.g., wrestling, track and field, skating, tumbling).
PE.6.2 Movement Concepts, Strategies, and Tactics
PE.6.2.1 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in individual performance activities, dance and rhythms.
PE.6.2.1.a Varies application of force during dance or rhythmic activities.
PE.6.2.2 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in invasion games.
PE.6.2.2.a Creates space through locomotor movements appropriate to the activity.
PE.6.2.2.b Responds with appropriate locomotor movements while transitioning between offense and defense.
PE.6.2.3 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in net/wall games.
PE.6.2.3.a Creates space when hitting with a short-handled implement by varying force and direction.
PE.6.2.3.b Reduces offensive options for opponents by returning to midcourt position.
PE.6.2.4 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in target games.
PE.6.2.4.a Selects appropriate shot and/or implement based on location of the object in relation to the target.
PE.6.2.5 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in fielding/striking games.
PE.6.2.5.a Identifies open spaces and attempts to strike object into that space.
PE.6.2.5.b Identifies the correct defensive play based on the situation (e.g., number of outs).
PE.6.2.6 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in outdoor pursuits.
PE.6.2.6.a Makes appropriate decisions based on the weather, level of difficulty due to conditions, or ability to ensure safety of self and others.
PE.6.3 Health-Related Physical Activity and Fitness
PE.6.3.1 Demonstrates the knowledge and skill to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity.
PE.6.3.1.a Explains how being physically active leads to a healthy body.
PE.6.3.1.b Describes the difference between aerobic and anaerobic capacity in order to participate, in a variety of activities with moderate to vigorous intensity, for a minimum of 60 minutes a day.
PE.6.3.2 Engages in physical activity.
PE.6.3.2.a Participates in a variety of body weight strength and endurance fitness activities.
PE.6.3.2.b Participates in a variety of aerobic fitness activities using technology (e.g., video exercise games, heart rate monitors, pedometers).
PE.6.3.2.c Participates in a variety of lifetime recreational team sports, outdoor pursuits, and/or dance activities.
PE.6.3.3 Exhibits the knowledge to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
PE.6.3.3.a Describes the components of skill-related fitness.
PE.6.3.3.b Sets and monitors a self-selected fitness goal.
PE.6.3.3.c Describes the role of warm-ups and cool-downs through dynamic movement.
PE.6.3.3.d Employs correct techniques and methods of stretching.
PE.6.3.3.e Identifies each of the components of the overload principles (Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type {FITT}) for different types of physical activity.
PE.6.3.3.f Defines resting heart rate and describes its relationship to aerobic fitness and Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale.
PE.6.3.3.g Performs multi-joint and single-joint resistance training movements.
PE.6.3.3.h Identifies the concepts of muscular strength exercises and the relationship between incorrect technique and injury.
PE.6.3.3.i Designs and implements a program of remediation for any areas of weakness based on the results of health-related fitness assessment.
PE.6.3.3.j Maintains a physical activity log for at least two weeks and reflects on activity levels as documented in the log.
PE.6.3.4 Communicates the importance of health-related fitness components and nutrition for physical activity.
PE.6.3.4.a Identifies foods within each of the basic food groups and selects appropriate servings and portions for his/her age and physical activity levels.
PE.6.3.5 Communicates the importance of health-related fitness components and stress management with physical activity.
PE.6.3.5.a Identifies positive and negative results of stress and appropriate ways of dealing with each.
PE.6.4 Responsible Behavior
PE.6.4.1 Exhibits personal responsibility in physical activity settings.
PE.6.4.1.a Exhibits personal responsibility through appropriate etiquette, respect for facilities and equipment, and safe behaviors.
PE.6.4.2 Accepts and responds to specific corrective feedback from teacher and peers.
PE.6.4.2.a Implements specific corrective feedback to improve performance.
PE.6.4.3 Exhibits responsible social behavior when working with others.
PE.6.4.3.a Accepts differences among classmates in physical development, maturation, and varying skill levels by providing positive encouragement.
PE.6.4.3.b Cooperates with a small group of classmates during adventure activities, game play, or team-building activities.
PE.6.4.4 Follows rules and demonstrates proper etiquette.
PE.6.4.4.a Implements the rules and etiquette for physical activities, games, and dance activities.
PE.6.4.5 Participates safely in physical activities.
PE.6.4.5.a Uses physical activity and fitness equipment appropriately and safely with teacher guidance.
PE.6.4.5.b Applies specific safety concerns associated with the activity with teacher guidance.
PE.6.5 Physical Activity Benefits
PE.6.5.1 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for health.
PE.6.5.1.a Identifies different types of physical activities and describes how each positively impacts health.
PE.6.5.1.b Explains how physical activity provides opportunities for reducing stress.
PE.6.5.2 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for challenge.
PE.6.5.2.a Recognizes individual challenges in physical activity and copes in a positive way (e.g., extending effort, asking for help or feedback, modifying the tasks).
PE.6.5.3 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for self-expression and enjoyment.
PE.6.5.3.a Associates physical activity with enjoyment.
PE.6.5.3.b Describes how moving competently in a physical activity setting creates enjoyment.
PE.6.5.3.c Identifies the relationship between self-expression and physical activity.
PE.6.5.4 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for social interaction.
PE.6.5.4.a Respects self and others in activities and games by following the rules, encouraging others, and playing in the spirit of the game or activity (e.g., sportsmanship).
Grade 7 PE Standards 2016
PE.7.1 Physical Activity Skills and Movement Patterns
PE.7.1.1 Performs a variety of dance and rhythmic skills and activities with competency.
PE.7.1.1.a Applies movement patterns to a beat or rhythm in a dance.
PE.7.1.1.b Applies movement patterns to a beat in a rhythmic activity.
PE.7.1.2 Performs a variety of invasion and field game skills and activities with competency.
PE.7.1.2.a Throws with a mature pattern within a dynamic environment for distance, force, and speed (e.g., softball, football, basketball, Frisbee).
PE.7.1.2.b Catches a variety of objects with a mature pattern in a dynamic environment (e.g., softball, football, basketball, Frisbee).
PE.7.1.2.c Passes an object with feet in combination with running, changing direction, and speed with competency.
PE.7.1.2.d Receives object with feet in combination with running, changing direction, and speed.
PE.7.1.2.e Performs pivots, fakes, and jab steps correctly with defensive pressure (e.g., basketball, soccer, lacrosse, flag football).
PE.7.1.2.f Dribbles with dominant and non-dominant hand using a change of speed and direction in a variety of practice tasks (e.g., basketball).
PE.7.1.2.g Foot-dribbles combined with passing, changing speed and direction, in a variety of practice tasks (e.g., soccer).
PE.7.1.2.h Dribbles with an implement combined with passing in a variety of practice tasks (e.g., floor hockey, broomball).
PE.7.1.2.i Shoots with a mature pattern, power, and accuracy in a modified game (e.g., basketball, team handball, soccer).
PE.7.1.2.j Maintains defensive ready position while moving, appropriate to the activity (e.g., basketball, volleyball, softball, flag football, wrestling).
PE.7.1.3 Performs a variety of net and wall game skills and activities with competency.
PE.7.1.3.a Performs a legal underhand serve with accuracy to a target.
PE.7.1.3.b Strikes with a mature overhand pattern in a dynamic environment (e.g., volleyball, handball, badminton, tennis).
PE.7.1.3.c Strikes with mature pattern using the forehand and backhand strokes with a longhandled implement.
PE.7.1.3.d Performs forehand and backhand volleys with mature pattern and control using an implement.
PE.7.1.3.e Performs overhead two-hand volley with control.
PE.7.1.3.f Performs a forearm pass with a mature pattern to a partner.
PE.7.1.4 Performs a variety of target game skills and activities with competency.
PE.7.1.4.a Throws underhand with a mature pattern consistently in a modified target game.
PE.7.1.4.b Strikes, with an implement, a stationary object for accuracy (e.g., croquet, golf, shuffleboard).
PE.7.1.5 Performs a variety of fielding/striking game skills and activities with competency.
PE.7.1.5.a Strikes a pitched ball to an open space in a variety of practice tasks.
PE.7.1.5.b Catches with hands with a mature pattern, from different trajectories using a variety of balls in small-sided games.
PE.7.1.6 Performs a variety of outdoor pursuits and individual performance activities with competency.
PE.7.1.6.a Demonstrates correct technique for a variety of skills in one self-selected outdoor activity (e.g., fishing, archery, wall climbing, geocaching, bicycling).
PE.7.1.6.b Demonstrates correct technique for a variety of skills in one self-selected activity (e.g., wrestling, track and field, skating, tumbling).
PE.7.2 Movement Concepts, Strategies, and Tactics
PE.7.2.1 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in individual performance activities, dance, and rhythms.
PE.7.2.1.a Applies Newton’s laws of motion to various dance or movement activities.
PE.7.2.2 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in invasion games.
PE.7.2.2.a Reduces space through locomotor movements appropriate to the activity.
PE.7.2.2.b Responds with appropriate locomotor movements while transitioning between offense and defense, communicating with teammates.
PE.7.2.3 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in net/wall games.
PE.7.2.3.a Creates space when hitting with long-handled implement by varying force and direction and moving opponent from side to side.
PE.7.2.3.b Selects offensive shot based on opponent’s location.
PE.7.2.4 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in target games.
PE.7.2.4.a Varies the speed and/or trajectory of the shot based on location of the object in relation to the target.
PE.7.2.5 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in fielding/striking games.
PE.7.2.5.a Utilizes a variety of shots to hit to an open space.
PE.7.2.5.b Selects the correct defensive play based on the situation (e.g., number of outs).
PE.7.2.6 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in outdoor pursuits.
PE.7.2.6.a Analyzes the situation and makes adjustments to ensure the safety of self and others.
PE.7. 3 Health-Related Physical Activity and Fitness
PE.7.3.1 Demonstrates the knowledge and skill to achieve and maintain a healthenhancing level of physical activity.
PE.7.3.1.a Identifies barriers related to maintaining a physically active lifestyle and seeks solutions for eliminating those barriers.
P.E.7.3.2 Engages in physical activity.
PE.7.3.2.a Participates in a variety of activities with moderate to vigorous intensity for a minimum of 60 minutes a day.
PE.7.3.2.b Participates in a variety of strength and muscular endurance fitness activities using body weight (e.g., resistance bands).
PE.7.3.2.c Participates in a variety of aerobic-fitness activities using technology (e.g., video exercise games, heart rate monitors, pedometers).
PE.7.3.2 d Participates in a variety of lifetime dual and individual sports, martial arts or aquatic activities.
PE.7.3.3 Exhibits the knowledge to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
PE.7.3.3.a Distinguishes between health-related and skill-related fitness.
PE.7.3.3.b Adjusts amount of physical activity based on quantity of exercise to maintain and/or improve fitness levels.
PE.7.3.3.c Designs a warm-up/cool-down regimen using dynamic and static stretches for a selfselected physical activity
PE.7.3.3.d Describes the overload principles of Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type (FITT) for different types of physical activity, the training principles on which the formula is based, and how the formula and principles affect fitness.
PE.7.3.3.e Defines how the Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale can be used to determine the perception of the work effort or intensity of exercise.
PE.7.3.3.f Performs a variety of single-joint and multi-joint movements in resistance training with an implement.
PE.7.3.3.g Performs appropriate techniques related to muscular strength and endurance to ensure safety and injury prevention.
PE.7.3.3.h Designs and implements a program of remediation for two areas of weakness based on the results of health-related fitness assessment.
PE.7.3.3.i Maintains a physical activity log and nutrition log for at least two weeks, and reflects on activity levels and nutrition as documented in the log.
PE.7.3.4 Communicates the importance of health-related fitness components and nutrition for physical activity.
PE.7.3.4.a Develops strategies for balancing healthy food, snacks and water intake, along with physical activity.
PE.7.3.5 Communicates the importance of health-related fitness components and stress management with physical activity.
PE.7.3.5.a Practices strategies for dealing with stress (e.g., deep breathing, guided visualization, aerobic exercise).
PE.7.4 Responsible Behavior
PE.7.4.1 Exhibits personal responsibility in physical activity settings.
PE.7.4.1.a Demonstrates both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation by selecting opportunities to participate in physical activity outside of class.
PE.7.4.2 Accepts and responds to specific corrective feedback from teacher and peers.
PE.7.4.2.a Provides positive corrective feedback to a peer using teacher-generated guidelines and incorporating appropriate tone and other communication skills.
PE.7.4.3 Exhibits responsible social behavior when working with others.
PE.7.4.3 a Demonstrates cooperation skills by establishing rules and guidelines for resolving conflicts.
PE.7.4.3.b Exhibits responsible social behaviors by cooperating with classmates, demonstrating inclusive behaviors, and supporting classmates.
PE.7.4.3.c Problem solves with a small group of classmates during adventure activities, game play, or team building activities.
PE.7.4.4 Follows rules and demonstrates proper etiquette.
PE.7.4.4.a Self-officiates modified physical activities and games.
PE.7.4.4.b Demonstrates appropriate behaviors and etiquette while observing and performing dance.
PE.7.4.5 Participates safely in physical activities.
PE.7.4.5.a Independently uses physical activity and fitness equipment appropriately and safely.
PE.7.4.5.b Applies specific safety concerns associated with the activity in individual practice.
PE.7.5 Physical Activity Benefits
PE.7.5.1 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for health.
PE.7.5.1.a Identifies examples of activities that enhance each of the five components of healthrelated fitness.
PE.7.5.1.b Participates in a variety of physical activities to experience positive mental and emotional benefits.
PE.7.5.2 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for challenge.
PE.7.5.2.a Generates positive strategies when faced with a group challenge in physical activity (e.g., offering suggestions or assistance, leading, or following others and providing possible solutions).
PE.7.5.3 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for self-expression and enjoyment.
PE.7.5.3.a Enjoys self-selected physical activities.
PE.7.5.3.b Describes how moving competently in a physical activity setting creates enjoyment.
PE.7.5.3 c Explains the relationship between self-expression and lifelong enjoyment through physical activity.
PE.7.5.4 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for social interaction.
PE.7.5.4.a Demonstrates the importance of social interactions by helping and encouraging others, avoiding negative comments and providing support to classmates.
Grade 8 PE Standards 2016
PE.8.1 Physical Activity Skills and Movement Patterns
PE.8.1.1 Performs a variety of dance and rhythmic skills and activities with competency.
PE.8.1.1.a Creates a sequence of movements to a beat or rhythm in a dance.
PE.8.1.1.b Creates a sequence of movements for a rhythmic activity.
PE.8.1.2 Performs a variety of invasion and field game skills and activities with competency.
PE.8.1.2.a Throws with a mature pattern for distance, force, and speed in small-sided game play (e.g., softball, basketball, football, lacrosse, Frisbee).
PE.8.1.2.b Catches using an implement with a mature pattern in small-sided game play (e.g., lacrosse, scoop).
PE.8.1.2.c Passes an object with an implement in combination with running, changing direction, and speed with competency (e.g., hockey, lacrosse, scoop).
PE.8.1.2.d Receives object with an implement in combination with running, changing direction, and speed (e.g., hockey, broomball).
PE.8.1.2.e Performs pivots, fakes, and jab steps correctly in modified games (e.g., basketball, soccer, lacrosse, flag football).
PE.8.1.2.f Dribbles with dominant and non-dominant hand using a change of speed and direction in small-sided game play (e.g., basketball).
PE.8.1.2.g Foot-dribbles combined with passing, changing speed and direction in small-sided game play (e.g., soccer).
PE.8.1.2.h Dribbles with an implement combined with passing in modified games (e.g., floor hockey, broom ball).
PE.8.1.2.i Shoots on goal using an implement with power and accuracy in a modified game (e.g., team handball, hockey and lacrosse).
PE.8.1.2.j Utilizes drop step technique while defending (e.g., basketball, football, softball).
PE.8.1.3 Performs a variety of net and wall game skills and activities with competency.
PE.8.1.3.a Performs a legal underhand serve with accuracy in a modified game.
PE.8.1.3.b Strikes with a mature overhand pattern in a modified game (e.g., volleyball, handball, badminton, tennis).
PE.8.1.3.c Strikes with mature pattern, using the forehand and backhand strokes with a short- or long-handled implement with accuracy, in a modified game.
PE.8.1.3.d Applies forehand and backhand volleys with a mature pattern and control using an implement in a modified game.
PE.8.1.3.e Executes overhead two-hand volley with control in a modified game.
PE.8.1.3.f Performs a forearm pass with a mature pattern and control in a modified game.
PE.8.1.4 Performs a variety of target game skills and activities with competency.
PE.8.1.4.a Throws underhand for accuracy and control with a mature pattern in a modified target game.
PE.8.1.4.b Strikes, with an implement, a stationary object for accuracy and distance (e.g., croquet, golf, shuffleboard).
PE.8.1.5 Performs a variety of fielding/striking game skills and activities with competency.
PE.8.1.5.a Strikes a pitched ball with power with an implement to an open space in a variety of small-sided games.
PE.8.1.5 b Catches, using an implement, from different trajectories and speeds in a dynamic environment or modified game play.
PE.8.1.6 Performs a variety of outdoor pursuits and individual performance activities with competency.
PE.8.1.6.a Demonstrates correct technique for a variety of skills in two self-selected outdoor activities (e.g., fishing, archery, wall climbing, geocaching, bicycling).
PE.8.1.6.b Demonstrates correct technique for a variety of skills in two self-selected activities (e.g., wrestling, track and field, skating, tumbling).
PE.8.2 Movement Concepts, Strategies, and Tactics
PE.8.2.1 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in individual performance activities, dance and rhythms.
PE.8.2.1.a Describes and applies mechanical advantage(s) for a variety of movement patterns.
PE.8.2.2 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in invasion games.
PE.8.2.2.a Creates and reduces space using a variety of passes and offensive tactics during modified games (e.g., pivots, fakes, give and go).
PE.8.2.2.b Responds with appropriate locomotor movements while transitioning between offense and defense, communicating with teammates, and capitalizing on opportunities.
PE.8.2.3 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in net/wall games.
PE.8.2.3.a Creates space when hitting with either a long- or short-handled implement by varying force or direction or by moving opponent side-to-side and/or forward and back.
PE.8.2.3.b Varies placement, force and timing of return to prevent anticipation by opponent.
PE.8.2.4 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in target games.
PE.8.2.4.a Varies the speed, force, and trajectory of the shot based on location of the object in relation to the target.
PE.8.2.5 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in fielding/striking games.
PE.8.2.5.a Identifies sacrifice situations and attempts to advance a teammate.
PE.8.2.5.b Reduces open spaces in the field by working with teammates to maximize coverage.
PE.8.2.6 Applies knowledge of movement concepts, strategies, and tactics in outdoor pursuits.
PE.8.2.6.a Implements safe protocols in self-selected outdoor activities.
PE.8.3 Health-Related Physical Activity and Fitness
PE.8.3.1 Demonstrates the knowledge and skill to achieve and maintain a healthenhancing level of physical activity.
PE.8.3.1.a Explains the connections between health-related fitness and overall physical and mental health.
PE.8.3.2 Engages in physical activity.
PE.8.3.2.a Participates in a variety of activities with moderate to vigorous intensity for a minimum of 60 minutes a day.
PE.8.3.2.b Plans and creates, with teacher assistance, a variety of strength and muscular endurance activities using body weight and light free-weights. PE.8.3.2.c Participates in a variety of aerobic fitness activities using technology (e.g., video exercise games, heart rate monitors, pedometers).
PE.8.3.2.d Participates in self-selected lifetime sport, dance, aquatic, or outdoor activity outside of the school day.
PE.8.3.3 Exhibits the knowledge to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
PE.8.3.3.a Compares and contrasts physical activities based on their contributions to healthrelated fitness components.
PE.8.3.3.b Uses available technology to self-monitor quantity of exercise and enhance current fitness level.
PE.8.3.3.c Designs and implements a variety of warm-up/cool-down regimens with a variety of dynamic and static stretches for multiple activities.
PE.8.3.3.d Uses the overload principle in preparing a personal workout.
PE.8.3.3.e Defines how the Borg Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale can be used to adjust workout intensity during physical activity.
PE.8.3.3.f Performs a variety of single-joint and multi-joint movements in resistance training with an appropriately selected resistance.
PE.8.3.3.g Identifies technical resistance progressions and determines corrections that are necessary for injury prevention and health promotion.
PE.8.3.3.h Designs and implements a program of remediation for three areas of weakness based on the results of health-related fitness assessment.
PE.8.3.3.i Designs and implements a program to improve levels of health-related fitness and nutrition.
PE.8.3.4 Communicates the importance of health-related fitness components and nutrition for physical activity.
PE.8.3.4.a Describes the relationship between poor nutrition and health risk factors.
PE.8.3.5 Communicates the importance of health-related fitness components and stress management with physical activity.
PE.8.3.5.a Performs basic movements used in other stress-reducing activities (e.g., yoga, tai chi).
PE.8.4 Responsible Behavior
PE.8.4.1 Exhibits personal responsibility in physical activity settings.
PE.8.4.1.a Accepts responsibility for personal and social behaviors and improving ones’ own level of physical activity and fitness.
PE.8.4.2 Accepts and responds to specific corrective feedback from teacher and peers.
PE.8.4.2.a Provides encouragement and positive feedback to peers without prompting from the teacher.
PE.8.4.3 Exhibits responsible social behavior when working with others.
PE.8.4.3.a Responds appropriately to participants’ behavior during physical activity by using rules and guidelines for resolving conflict.
PE.8.4.3.b Employs critical thinking skills to solve problems and make decisions.
PE.8.4.4 Follows rules and demonstrates proper etiquette.
PE.8.4.4.a Officiates modified physical activities and games.
PE.8.4.4.b Creates dance routines applying appropriate behavior and etiquette observing, creating, and performing dance.
PE.8.4.5 Participates safely in physical activities. PE.8.4.5.a Independently uses physical activity and fitness equipment appropriately.
PE.8.4.5.b Identifies specific safety associated with the physical activity.
PE.8.4.5.c Applies specific safety concerns associated with the activity when practicing with peers.
PE.8.5 Physical Activity Benefits
PE.8.5.1 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for health.
PE.8.5.1.a Explains the connections between fitness and overall physical and mental health.
PE.8.5.1.b Analyzes the empowering consequences of being physically active as it relates to physical, social, and mental/emotional health.
PE.8.5.2 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for challenge.
PE.8.5.2.a Develops a plan of action for challenge in physical activity and makes appropriate decisions based on that plan.
PE.8.5.3 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for self-expression and enjoyment.
PE.8.5.3.a Enjoys self-selected physical activities.
PE.8.5.3.b Describes how moving competently in a physical activity setting creates enjoyment.
PE.8.5.3.c Identifies and participates in an enjoyable activity that prompts individual expression.
PE.8.5.4 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity for social interaction.
PE.8.5.4.a Exhibits respect for self by asking for help and helping others in various physical activities.
HS PE Standards 2016
PE.HS.1 Foundations For Physical Education and Fitness
PE.HS.1.1 Demonstrates competency in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.
PE.HS.1.1.a Performs and/or refines activity-specific movement skills in four or more lifetime activities (e.g., outdoor pursuits, aquatics, net games, individual performance activities).
PE.HS.1.1.b Demonstrates proficiency in multiple skills in a variety of health-related activities (e.g., running, core exercises, yoga, resistance training).
PE.HS.1.2 Applies knowledge of concepts, principles, tactics, and strategies related to movement and performance to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.
PE.HS.1.2.a Applies the terminology associated with exercise and participation in selected individual performance activities, dance, net/wall games, target games, aquatics, and/or outdoor pursuits.
PE.HS.1.2.b Analyzes and improves performance of self and/or others in a selected skill using movement concepts and principles (e.g., force, motion, rotation).
PE.HS.1.2.c Creates a practice plan to improve performance of a self-selected skill.
PE.HS.1.2.d Discusses the benefits of a physically active lifestyle throughout the life cycle.
PE.HS.1.2.e Evaluates the validity of claims made by commercial products and programs pertaining to fitness and a healthy, active lifestyle.
PE.HS.1.2.f Identifies issues associated with exercising in heat, humidity and cold.
PE.HS.1.2.g Analyzes the benefits, social support network, and participation requirements of activities that can be pursued in the local environment.
PE.HS.1.2.h Evaluates risks and safety factors that might impact physical activity preferences throughout the life span.
PE.HS.1.2.i Identifies types of strength exercises (e.g., isometric, concentric, eccentric) for personal fitness development (e.g., strength, endurance, range of motion).
PE.HS.1.2.j Identifies stretching exercises (e.g., static, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation {PNF}, dynamic) for personal fitness development (e.g., strength, endurance, range of motion).
PE.HS.1.2.k Calculates target heart rate and applies that information to personal fitness.
PE.HS.1.2.l Creates and implements a behavior-modification plan that enhances a healthy, active lifestyle.
PE.HS.1.2.m Designs and implements a fitness program that includes all components of healthrelated fitness.
PE.HS.1.2.n Designs and implements a nutrition plan to maintain an appropriate energy balance for a healthy, active lifestyle.
PE.HS.1.2.o Researches stress-management strategies (e.g., mental imagery, relaxation techniques, deep breathing, aerobic exercise, meditation).
PE.HS.1.3 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity and exhibits responsible personal and social behavior in a variety of physical activity settings.
PE.HS.1.3.a Exhibits etiquette, respect for others, and teamwork while engaging in physical activity.
PE.HS.1.3.b Utilizes communication skills and strategies that promote team/group dynamics.
PE.HS.1.3.c Solves problems and thinks critically in physical activity, both as an individual and in groups.
PE.HS.1.3.d Applies best practices for participating safely in physical activity (e.g., injury prevention, proper alignment, hydration, use of equipment, implementation of rules, sun protection).
PE.HS.1.3.e Analyzes the health benefits of a self-selected physical activity.
PE.HS.1.3.f Chooses an appropriate level of challenge to experience success and desire to participate in self-selected physical activity.
PE.HS.1.3.g Selects and participates in physical activities that meet the need for self-expression and enjoyment.
HS Strength and Fitness Standards 2016
PE.HS.5 Introduction to Strength and Conditioning
PE.HS.5.1 Demonstrates competency in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.
PE.HS.5.1.a Performs technique for beginning resistance training and/or free-weight exercises.
PE.HS.5.2 Applies knowledge of concepts, principles, tactics, and strategies related to movement and performance to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.
PE.HS.5.2.a Identifies and implements components of an appropriate effective strength and conditioning program.
PE.HS.5.2.b Identifies and uses the major muscle groups in specific exercises.
PE.HS.5.2.c Applies the terminology associated with exercise and participation in beginning strength and conditioning activities.
PE.HS.5.2.d Analyzes the validity of claims made by commercial products and programs pertaining to strength and conditioning.
PE.HS.5.2.e Analyzes and applies technology and social media as tools for supporting a strength and conditioning program.
PE.HS.5.3 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity and exhibits responsible personal and social behavior in a variety of physical activity settings.
PE.HS.5.3.a Applies best practices for participating safely in beginning strength and conditioning exercises.
PE.HS.5.3.b Selects an appropriate level of challenge to experience success and desire to participate in beginning strength and conditioning environments.
PE.HS.5.3.c Exhibits etiquette, respect for others, and teamwork while engaging in beginning strength and conditioning environments.
PE. HS.6 Intermediate Strength and Conditioning
PE.HS.6.1 Demonstrates competency in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.
PE.HS.6.1.a Performs technique for intermediate resistance training and free-weight exercises.
PE.HS.6.2 Applies knowledge of concepts, principles, tactics, and strategies related to movement and performance to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.
PE.HS.6.2.a Identifies and performs types of strength exercises (e.g., isometric, concentric, eccentric) for personal fitness (e.g., strength, endurance, range of motion).
PE.HS.6.2.b Identifies and performs types of stretching exercises (e.g., static, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation {PNF}, dynamic) for personal fitness (e.g., strength, endurance, range of motion).
PE.HS.6.2.c Designs a strength and conditioning program, including all components of health-related fitness as it relates to living a healthy and active adult lifestyle.
PE.HS.6.2.d Evaluates claims of commercial products and programs for strength and conditioning.
PE.HS.6.2.e Analyzes and applies technology and social media as tools for supporting a strength and conditioning program.
PE.HS.6.2.f Applies the terminology associated with exercise and participation in intermediate strength and conditioning programs.
PE.HS.6.3 Recognizes the benefits of physical activity and exhibits responsible personal and social behavior in a variety of physical activity settings.
PE.HS.6.3.a Applies best practices for participating safely in intermediate strength and conditioning exercises.
PE.HS.6.3.b Exhibits etiquette, respect for others, and teamwork while engaging in intermediate strength and conditioning environments.
PE.HS.6.3.c Employs effective self-management skills to analyze barriers and modify intermediate strength and conditioning activities as needed to meet individual needs.
Grades PK-2 National Health Education Standards 2022
Standard 1: Students comprehend functional health knowledge to enhance health.
1.2.1 Recognize multiple dimensions of health (e.g., physical, social, emotional, and intellectual).
1.2.2 Identify benefits of practicing healthpromoting behaviors.
1.2.3 Identify potential consequences of practicing unhealthy behaviors.
1.2.4 Identify safe and unsafe situations, people, and events.
1.2.5 Identify practices and behaviors that prevent or reduce health risks (e.g., handwashing).
1.2.6 List ways to engage in healthy practices and behaviors (e.g., brushing teeth daily).
1.2.7 List ways to prevent common childhood injuries and health problems (e.g., wearing bicycle helmets and drinking water instead of sugary beverages).
Standard 2: Students analyze the influence of family, peers, culture, social media, technology, and other determinants on health behaviors.
2.2.1 Identify family influences on health behaviors.
2.2.2 Explain how school personnel (e.g., teachers, custodians, bus drivers, food service workers) influence health behaviors.
2.2.3 Identify ways in which media, social media, and technology (e.g., television, movies, video games, advertisements, apps, and other screen time). influence health behaviors.
2.2.4 Recognize positive influences on personal health behaviors. 2.2.5 Recognize negative influences on personal health behaviors.
Standard 3: Students demonstrate health literacy by accessing valid and reliable health information, products, and services to enhance health.
3.2.1 Use functional health literacy (e.g., reading, writing, and speaking) to access trustworthy health information to learn functional health knowledge.
3.2.2 Locate a trusted adult in the school building in order to access valid and reliable health services (e.g., teacher, administrator, counselor, speech language pathologist, occupational therapist, social worker, school nurse).
3.2.3 Demonstrate interactive health literacy by talking with a trusted adult to obtain valid and reliable health information.
3.2.4 Describe the role of trusted adults in clinical and community settings in order to obtain valid health information and services.
3.2.5 Discuss reasons for going to a health appointment (e.g., eye doctor, dentist, psychologist, healer, pediatrician).
3.2.6 Read visual-textual health and safety signage at school.
Standard 4: Students demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills to enhance health.
4.2.1 Identify how effective interpersonal communication can benefit personal health and well-being.
4.2.2 Demonstrate effective listening skills and non-verbal communication skills (e.g., paying attention).
4.2.3 Demonstrate how to effectively identify and communicate needs, wants, and feelings in healthy ways.
4.2.4 Demonstrate how to tell a trusted adult when feeling threatened, harmed or unsafe.
4.2.5 Demonstrate refusal skills including firmly saying no and moving away from unhealthy situations, unsafe people and risky events.
4.2.6 Demonstrate how to communicate kindness, empathy, compassion, and care toward others.
4.2.7 Demonstrate how to ask for permission and appropriately respond (e.g., sharing, compromising, accepting “no”).
Standard 5: Students demonstrate effective decision-making skills to enhance health.
5.2.1 Identify situations that need a health decision.
5.2.2 Determine when help is needed and when it is not needed to make a health decision.
5.2.3 Explain how family, peers, and trusted adults can affect a health decision.
5.2.4 Predict the outcome of a health decision that leads to a healthy behavior.
5.2.5 Choose a health-promoting option when making an effective decision.
5.2.6 Reflect on healthy and unhealthy consequences of a decision.
Standard 6: Students demonstrate effective goal-setting skills to enhance health.
6.2.1 Identify a realistic personal shortterm health goal with the help of a trusted adult.
6.2.2 Identify the health and related benefits of reaching a short-term health goal.
6.2.3 Identify people, information, and resources to help achieve a personal health goal.
6.2.4 Develop a basic plan for achieving a personal health goal.
6.2.5 Take steps to achieve a personal health goal (e.g., tracking progress, setting reminders, taking small steps).
6.2.6 Recognize that effort, will power, and resilience can help toward achieving a personal health goal.
Standard 7: Students demonstrate observable health and safety practices.
7.2.1 Demonstrate age and developmentally appropriate observable health and safety practices.
7.2.2 Reflect on the ability to perform observable health and safety practices.
7.2.3 Explain how health and safety practices can become habits.
Standard 8: Students advocate for behaviors that support personal, family, peer, school, and community health.
8.2.1 Demonstrate how to make requests that promote personal health and safety (e.g., asking others for help to avoid exposure to secondhand smoke).
8.2.2 Demonstrate how to encourage family and peers to make healthy choices (e.g., persuading others to follow safety rules and procedures).
Grades 3-5 National Health Education Standards 2022
Standard 1: Students comprehend functional health knowledge to enhance health.
1.5.1 List examples of the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual dimensions of health.
1.5.2 Describe benefits of practicing health-promoting behaviors.
1.5.3 Explain potential consequences of practicing unhealthy behaviors.
1.5.4 Compare and contrast safe and unsafe situations, people, and events.
1.5.5 Describe practices and behaviors that prevent or reduce health risks (e.g., eating vegetables and fruits daily).
1.5.6 Explain ways to engage in healthy practices and behaviors (e.g., daily moderate to vigorous physical activity).
1.5.7 Explain ways to prevent common childhood injuries and health problems (e.g., recommendations for swimming safety and strategies for managing emotions).
Standard 2: Students analyze the influence of family, peers, culture, social media, technology, and other determinants on health behaviors.
2.5.1 Examine influences of family and culture on health behaviors.
2.5.2 Describe how peers influence health behaviors.
2.5.3 Describe ways in which schools and neighborhoods influence health behaviors.
2.5.4 Explain how media, social media, and technology (e.g., television, movies, video games, advertisements, apps, and other screen time) influence health behaviors.
2.5.5 Identify positive internal and external influences on personal health behaviors.
2.5.6 Identify negative internal and external influences on personal health behaviors.
Standard 3: Students demonstrate health literacy by accessing valid and reliable health information, products, and services to enhance health.
3.5.1 Use functional health literacy skills (e.g., reading, writing, and speaking) to access valid and reliable health information to learn about health behaviors.
3.5.2 Access multimodal health messages (e.g., words, pictures, numbers, and/or gestures) in print or electronic materials to practice interactive health literacy.
3.5.3 Discuss which trusted adults and resource people in the community (e.g., doctor, dentist, nurse, police officer, firefighter, faith-based leader, elders) can help a person obtain credible health information and trustworthy services.
3.5.4 Document interactive health literacy by talking with a trusted adult or health professional about health information to be a proactive, well-informed patient.
3.5.5 Read a variety of print material (e.g., books, magazines, billboards) from valid and reliable health resources to develop functional health knowledge.
3.5.6 Interpret visual and numerical representations (e.g., graphs, figures, tables, charts) to understand a health product.
3.5.7 Write about a health-related product that supports a health decision or health habit.
3.5.8 Evaluate healthy and unhealthy messages depicted in the media and in advertisements.
Standard 4: Students demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills to enhance health.
4.5.1 Explain how effective interpersonal communication can benefit personal health and well-being.
4.5.2 Demonstrate effective verbal and nonverbal interpersonal communication skills.
4.5.3 Demonstrate how to effectively identify and communicate needs, wants, and feelings in healthy ways.
4.5.4 Demonstrate how to ask for help to support personal health.
4.5.5 Demonstrate refusal skills to avoid or reduce health risks.
4.5.6 Demonstrate how to communicate kindness, empathy, compassion, and care toward others.
4.5.7 Identify ways to show respect for another person’s consent or nonconsent (e.g., personal space).
4.5.8 Explain how to use collaboration and negotiation skills that support healthy behaviors and relationships.
4.5.9 Demonstrate healthy ways to manage and resolve conflict.
Standard 5: Students demonstrate effective decision-making skills to enhance health.
5.5.1 Identify procedural steps in decision making.
5.5.2 Assess when help is needed and when it is not needed to make a health decision.
5.5.3 Explain how family, peers, trusted adults, and media can affect a health decision.
5.5.4 Identify options when making a health-related decision.
5.5.5 Predict the potential consequences of each option.
5.5.6 Choose a health-promoting option that aligns with personal values when making an effective decision.
5.5.7 Reflect on the outcomes of an effective health decision.
Standard 6: Students demonstrate effective goal-setting skills to enhance health.
6.5.1 Set a realistic personal health goal.
6.5.2 Explain the health and related benefits of reaching a personal health goal.
6.5.3 Develop a basic plan for achieving a personal health goal.
6.5.4 Describe people, information, and resources to help achieve a personal health goal.
6.5.5 Determine potential barriers in achieving a personal health goal.
6.5.6 Implement strategies toward achieving a personal health goal (e.g., tracking progress, setting reminders, taking small steps, overcoming barriers).
6.5.7 Explain that effort, determination, and resilience can help toward achieving a personal health goal.
Standard 7: Students demonstrate observable health and safety practices.
7.5.1 Demonstrate age and developmentally appropriate observable health and safety practices.
7.5.2 Reflect on the ability to perform observable practices that promote health and prevent or reduce the risk of disease and injury.
7.5.3 Explain the importance of making health and safety practices into health habits.
Standard 8: Students advocate for behaviors that support personal, family, peer, school, and community health.
8.5.1 Demonstrate how to persuade others to make healthy choices (e.g., persuading others not to bully).
8.5.2 Demonstrate how to persuade others to make positive health choices (e.g., persuading others to avoid all tobacco products).
Grades 6-8 National Health Education Standards 2022
Standard 1: Students comprehend functional health knowledge to enhance health.
1.8.1 Describe interrelationships among physical, social, emotional, and intellectual health.
1.8.2 Analyze benefits of practicing healthpromoting behaviors.
1.8.3 Analyze potential risks and consequences of practicing unhealthy behaviors.
1.8.4 Assess the risk of situations, people, and events that contribute to unhealthy behaviors and outcomes.
1.8.5 Explain why it is important to be responsible for personal health behaviors.
1.8.6 Analyze how personal practices and behaviors reduce or prevent health risks.
1.8.7 Analyze health promotion and disease prevention guidelines and recommendations for healthy behaviors from credible federal, professional, and voluntary health organizations (e.g., recommendations for rest and sleep).
1.8.8 Predict the likelihood of personal injury or illness if engaging in unhealthy behaviors.
1.8.9 Analyze the effects of family history, genetics, education level, and income on personal health status.
Standard 2: Students analyze the influence of family, peers, culture, social media, technology, and other determinants on health behaviors.
2.8.1 Explain how personal attitudes, values, and beliefs influence health behaviors.
2.8.2 Analyze the influence of family and culture on health behaviors.
2.8.3 Analyze how peers influence health behaviors.
2.8.4 Explain how perceptions of social norms and expectations influence healthy and unhealthy behaviors.
2.8.5 Analyze how media, social media, and technology (e.g., television, movies, video games, advertisements, apps, and other screen time) influence health behaviors.
2.8.6 Explain how school rules, community norms, and governmental policies and laws influence health behaviors.
2.8.7 Analyze how education level and income influence health behaviors.
2.8.8 Identify factors that influence opportunities to obtain safe, equitable, culturally appropriate, and affordable products and services that support personal health behaviors.
Standard 3: Students demonstrate health literacy by accessing valid and reliable health information, products, and services to enhance health.
3.8.1 Demonstrate functional health literacy by decoding health information that is represented in visual, textual, gestural, and/or linguistic ways.
3.8.2 Engage in an interpersonal conversation about a health-related product or technology to make an informed health decision.
3.8.3 Interpret numerical and graphical information to make an informed health decision.
3.8.4 Analyze the validity of health information in print and electronic sources (e.g., news articles, magazines, visual signage, social media, podcasts, and websites) using established criteria.
3.8.5 Analyze health-related messages in print and electronic materials to determine credibility of the health message.
3.8.6 Demonstrate interactive health literacy by talking about print media and social media that address different populations, perspectives, and practices.
3.8.7 Describe why it is important to seek valid and reliable health care to be a proactive, well-informed patient.
3.8.8 Read to interpret health-related product information with a trusted adult to determine the benefits and risks.
3.8.9 Access credible websites or healthrelated applications using technology to support health behaviors.
3.8.10 Explain health literacy as a determinant of health that can reduce health inequities.
Standard 4: Students demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills to enhance health.
4.8.1 Examine how effective interpersonal communication can benefit personal health and well-being.
4.8.2 Demonstrate the use of verbal and nonverbal communication skills that enhance well-being.
4.8.3 Demonstrate how to effectively identify and communicate needs, wants, and feelings in healthy ways.
4.8.4 Demonstrate how to ask for assistance to improve personal health.
4.8.5 Demonstrate refusal skills to avoid or reduce health risks.
4.8.6 Demonstrate how to effectively communicate kindness, empathy, compassion, and care for others.
4.8.7 Demonstrate effective ways to show respect for another person’s consent or non-consent.
4.8.8 Demonstrate effective collaboration and negotiation skills that support healthy behaviors and relationships.
4.8.9 Demonstrate effective ways to manage and resolve conflict.
Standard 5: Students demonstrate effective decision-making skills to enhance health.
5.8.1 Examine situations when the procedural steps of decision making are needed.
5.8.2 Distinguish when health decisions should be made individually or with the help of others.
5.8.3 Explain how family, peers, culture, media, technology, and other factors can affect a health decision.
5.8.4 Analyze how personal beliefs can affect decisions about a health behavior.
5.8.5 Discuss alternatives when making health decisions.
5.8.6 Distinguish between healthy and unhealthy consequences for each alternative.
5.8.7 Choose a health-promoting option when making an effective decision.
5.8.8 Analyze the outcomes of an effective health decision.
Standard 6: Students demonstrate effective goal-setting skills to enhance health.
6.8.1 Assess personal health practices.
6.8.2 Set a SMART personal health goal.
6.8.3 Predict the health and life benefits of reaching a personal health goal.
6.8.4 Develop a detailed plan, with a timeline, for achieving a personal health goal.
6.8.5 Assess the barriers to achieving a personal health goal.
6.8.6 Apply strategies to overcome barriers to achieving a personal health goal.
6.8.7 Implement strategies toward achieving a personal health goal (e.g., tracking progress, setting reminders, taking small steps, overcoming barriers, and revising the goal based on life circumstances).
6.8.8 Apply effort, determination, and resilience toward achieving a personal health goal.
Standard 7: Students demonstrate observable health and safety practices.
7.8.1 Demonstrate age and developmentally appropriate practices that promote health and prevent or reduce the risk of disease and injury.
7.8.2 Assess the ability to perform observable health and safety practices.
7.8.3 Document personal health and safety habits and practices in a variety of settings and situations.
7.8.4 Analyze the impact of making health and safety practices into personal health habits.
Standard 8: Students advocate for behaviors that support personal, family, peer, school, and community health.
8.8.1 Use valid and reliable information to identify advocacy positions that meet personal, family, peer, and school health needs.
8.8.2 Create an action plan with advocacy strategies related to a position that promotes personal, family, peer, and school health.
8.8.3 Create an advocacy message about a position using valid and reliable information that support the health of self and others.
8.8.4 Demonstrate how to adapt healthrelated messages to persuade different audiences.
8.8.5 Demonstrate confidence (e.g., strong voice, body language) when persuading others to make health choices that enhance quality of life and promote equitable health opportunities for all.
8.8.6 Collaborate with others to advocate for personal, family, peer, school, and community health.
HS National Health Education Standards 2022
Standard 1: Students comprehend functional health knowledge to enhance health.
1.12.1 Analyze interrelationships among physical, social, emotional, intellectual health, and well-being.
1.12.2 Predict how health behaviors affect the health status of self and others.
1.12.3 Compare and contrast benefits and barriers to practicing health behaviors.
1.12.4 Evaluate the effectiveness of personal practices and behaviors to reduce or prevent health risks.
1.12.5 Analyze how individual responsibility enhances personal, family, peer, school, and community health.
1.12.6 Predict how risk behaviors can affect injury, illness, or death.
1.12.7 Assess the risk of situations that can contribute to unhealthy behaviors and outcomes.
1.12.8 Analyze health promotion and disease prevention guidelines and recommendations for healthy behaviors from credible federal, professional, and voluntary health organizations (e.g., guidelines to prevent the spread of infectious diseases).
1.12.9 Analyze the likelihood of personal injury or illness if engaging in unsafe and unhealthy behaviors.
1.12.10 Evaluate how family history, genetics, education level, employment, and income can affect personal health status.
Standard 2: Students analyze the influence of family, peers, culture, social media, technology, and other determinants on health behaviors.
2.12.1 Analyze how personal attitudes, values, and beliefs influence health behaviors.
2.12.2 Analyze the influence of family and culture on health beliefs, practices, and behaviors.
2.12.3 Analyze how peers and perceptions of norms influence health behaviors.
2.12.4 Analyze how the availability of information and health services in school and community settings influence personal health behaviors.
2.12.5 Analyze how laws, rules, policies, and regulations influence health promotion and disease prevention.
2.12.6 Evaluate messages conveyed in media, social media, and technology (e.g., television, movies, video games, advertisements, apps, and other screen time) to determine their influence on health behaviors.
2.12.7 Analyze how determinants of health (e.g., education level, employment, housing and income) influence health behaviors.
2.12.8 Analyze the factors that influence opportunities to obtain safe, accessible, equitable, culturally appropriate, and affordable products and services that support health behaviors for themselves and others.
2.12.9 Describe how societal issues of inequity, discrimination, and injustice influence the ability to engage in healthy behavior.
Standard 3: Students demonstrate health literacy by accessing valid and reliable health information, products, and services to enhance health.
3.12.1 Demonstrate functional health literacy (e.g., reading, writing, and speaking) to evaluate valid and reliable health information about a health behavior.
3.12.2 Interpret signs and symptoms including symbols (i.e., numerical expressions, letters, abbreviations) that prevent disease and promote health.
3.12.3 Access valid and reliable health information from print and electronic materials that are available from credible health organizations (e.g., federal, professional, voluntary).
3.12.4 Write about a health-related issue using valid and reliable sources of information.
3.12.5 Use written, gestural, and/or spoken language to practice interactive health literacy with a trusted person or health professional.
3.12.6 Make inferences from a valid and reliable written document to comprehend health-related information that supports a health decision.
3.12.7 Read textual or digital information to support healthy behaviors.
3.12.8 Use technology to access multiple sources of valid and reliable health information to locate a health-related product or health care provider.
3.12.9 Analyze written documents to determine validity and reliability of health information or health products using established criteria (e.g., written by a current and credible source).
3.12.10 Analyze why health literacy is a determinant of health that can reduce health inequities.
3.12.11 Access healthcare professionals, providers, and insurance websites to be a proactive, well-informed patient.
Standard 4: Students demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills to enhance health.
4.12.1 Analyze how effective interpersonal communication can benefit personal health and well-being.
4.12.2 Demonstrate the use of verbal and nonverbal communication skills that enhance health and well-being.
4.12.3 Demonstrate how to effectively identify and communicate needs, wants, and feelings in healthy ways.
4.12.4 Demonstrate asking for assistance to improve the health of self and others.
4.12.5 Demonstrate refusal skills to avoid or reduce health risks.
4.12.6 Demonstrate how to effectively communicate kindness, empathy, compassion, and care for others.
4.12.7 Demonstrate effective ways to show respect for another person’s consent or non-consent.
4.12.8 Demonstrate effective collaboration and negotiation skills that support healthy behaviors and relationships.
4.12.9 Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication strategies to prevent, manage, or resolve conflict.
Standard 5: Students demonstrate effective decision-making skills to enhance health.
5.12.1 Examine situations when the procedural steps of decision making are needed.
5.12.2 Distinguish when health decisions should be made individually or with the help of others.
5.12.3 Explain how family, peers, culture, media, technology, and other factors can affect a health decision.
5.12.4 Analyze how personal beliefs can affect decisions about a health behavior.
5.12.5 Discuss alternatives when making health decisions.
5.12.6 Distinguish between healthy and unhealthy consequences for each alternative.
5.12.7 Choose a health-promoting option when making an effective decision.
5.12.8 Analyze the outcomes of an effective health decision.
Standard 6: Students demonstrate effective goal-setting skills to enhance health.
6.12.1 Assess personal health practices and behaviors.
6.12.2 Set a SMART personal health goal.
6.12.3 Predict the health and life benefits of reaching a personal health goal.
6.12.4 Develop a detailed plan, with a timeline, for achieving a personal health goal.
6.12.5 Assess the barriers to achieving a personal health goal.
6.12.6 Apply strategies to overcome barriers to achieving a personal health goal.
6.12.7 Implement strategies toward achieving a personal health goal (e.g., tracking progress, setting reminders, taking small steps, overcoming barriers, and revising the goal based on life circumstances).
6.12.8 Apply effort, determination, and resilience toward achieving a personal health goal.
6.12.9 Formulate an effective long-term plan to improve health and other life outcomes (e.g., exercise plan, stress management plan, healthy eating plan).
Standard 7: Students will demonstrate the ability to practice health-enhancing behaviors and avoid or reduce health risks.
7.12.1 Demonstrate age and developmentally appropriate health and safety practices that prevent or reduce the risk of disease and injury and improve quality of life.
7.12.2 Assess the ability to perform observable health and safety practices.
7.12.3 Document personal health and safety practices in a variety of settings and situations.
7.12.4 Compare the advantages and disadvantages of making health and safety practices into routine and consistent habits.
Standard 8: Students advocate for behaviors that support personal, family, peer, school, and community health.
8.12.1 Use valid and reliable information to identify advocacy positions that meet personal, family, peer, school, and community health needs.
8.12.2 Create an action plan with advocacy strategies related to a position that promotes personal, family, peer, school, and community health.
8.12.3 Create a persuasive advocacy message about a position using peer and societal norms, supported by valid and reliable sources, that influence the health of self and others.
8.12.4 Adapt health messages and advocacy strategies that meet the needs and interests of specific audiences.
8.12.5 Demonstrate confidence (e.g., strong voice, body language) when using advocacy messages and strategies to persuade others to engage in actions that enhance quality of life and promote equitable health opportunities for all.
8.12.6 Collaborate with others to advocate for personal, family, peer, school, and community health.