NASPE Standards and Massachusetts Frameworks

At the CGS all physical education lessons are designed to follow the NASPE Standards and Massachusetts Frameworks for Physical Education. NASPE is the association for Sport and Physical Education. As a result of following the standards and frameworks students will be taking part of a quality physical education program.

National Standards for Physical Education from the National Association of Sport and Physical Education ( NASPE)

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

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

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

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

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

Massachusetts Frameworks for Physical Education

PreK-5 – Motor Skill Development

2.1 Apply movement concepts including direction, balance, level (high, low), pathway (straight, curve, zigzag), range (expansive, narrow), and force absorption (rigid, with bent knees) to extend versatility and improve physical performance.

2.2 Use a variety of manipulative (throwing, catching, striking), locomotor (walking, running, skipping, hopping, galloping, sliding, jumping, leaping), and non-locomotor (twsting, balancing, extending) skills as individuals and in teams.

2.3 Perform rhythm routines, including dancing, to demonstrate fundamental movement skills.

Fitness

2.4 Identify physical and psychological changes that result from participation in a variety of physical activities.

2.5 Explain the benefits of physical fitness to good health and increased active lifestyle.

2.6 Identify the major behaviors that contribute to wellness (exercise, nutrition, hygiene, rest, and recreation, refraining from using tobacco, alcohol, and other substances).

Personal and Social Competency

2.7 Demonstrate responsible personal and social conduct used in physical activity settings.

Grades 6-8 – Motor Skill Development

2.8 Use combinations of manipulative, locomotor, and non-locomotor skills to develop movement sequences and patterns, both individually and with others.

2.9 Demonstrate developmentally appropriate basic manipulative and advanced specialized physical skills, including throwing and catching different objects with both accuracy and force, hand and foot dribbling while preventing an opponent from challenging, and accurate striking proficiency.

2.10 Perform a rhythm routine that combines traveling, rolling, balancing, and weight transfer into smooth flowing sequences with intentional changes in direction, speed, and flow.

Fitness

2.11 Apply basic principles of training and appropriate guidelines of exercise to improve immediate and long-term physical fitness.

2.12 Participate in activities that promote physical fitness, decrease sedentary lifestyle, and relieve mental and emotional tension.

2.13 Explain the personal benefits of making positive health decisions and monitor progress towards personal wellness.

Personal and Social Competency

2.14 Apply advanced movement concepts and beginning game strategies to guide and improve individual and team performance.

2.15 Demonstrate strategies for inclusion of all students in physical activity settings related to strength and speed.

2.16 Describe the purpose and benefits of sports, games, and dance in modern society.

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