Physical Education Scope & Sequence

Overview of Scope and Sequence

Students reinforce the study of physical education through developmental skill progressions from body management, fundamental skills/specialized skills, and higher skills attainment (sports, clubs, etc.) Children learn what their body can do and how to manage their body effectively in a variety of movement situations and challenges. This understanding incorporates Laban’s concepts of space, time, force, and flow.

Kindergarten:

Emphasis on student to demonstrate mature form in walking and running (Bilateral movement and heel-toe contact)
Progress towards mature form of selected manipulatives and locomotor and non-locomotor skills (starting to catch with fingers spread open and curved)
Establish movement vocabulary (fast/slow, light/heavy, high/low, personal space)
Engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity and identify effects of exercise (increased heart rate/breathing)
Learn about fair and cooperative play, safe practices of equipment and space
Interact positively with students in class regardless of personal differences and recognize the joy of shared play
Try new activities and skills, associate positive feelings with physical activity (doing one’s best does not mean needing to be the best)

First and Second Grade:

Demonstrate mature form of skipping, hopping, galloping and sliding (practice the breakdown of the skill and gaining fluid movement
Demonstrate control over weight bearing and balance activities (start & stop activities, dance, kicking a ball, etc.)
Uses feedback to improve performance
Identifies the components of health related physical activity (endurance, strength, flexibility, nutrition, rest)
Introduction to tumbling and climbing activities & safety (Various rolls and how to fall)
Seeks participation in activities outside of physical education class
Works cooperatively with another to complete an assigned task (partner drills and other group activities)
Treat others with respect during play
Try new activities and gain competence to provide increased enjoyment in movement

Third and Fourth Grade:

Adapt a skill to the demands of a dynamic, unpredictable environment (introduction to team and individual sports)
Develop peer coaching skills (give feedback to partner on basic concepts of skill)
Select and participate in regular physical activities for the purpose of improving skill and health
Identifies several activities related to each component of physical fitness (diet/nutrition, sleep/rest, endurance, strength, flexibility)
Work independently as well as cooperatively with a partner or in small groups
Continue tumbling and climbing activities (cartwheels, tuck roll, spotting)
Recognize the attribute that individuals with differences can bring to group activities
Enjoy practicing activities to increase skill competence

Fifth and Sixth Grade:

Demonstrate increasing competence in more advanced complex situations (higher level of strategic play and tactics with team and individual sports)
Use basic offensive and defensive strategies in noncomplex settings (acknowledge options in group discussions or situational practice sessions)
Identify opportunities in the school and community for regular participation in physical activity (recess, clubs, sports)
Work somewhat independently in pursuit of personal fitness goals (start designing own workout/activity program)
Increase level of challenges with tumbling and rope activities (active spotting)
Work cooperatively and productively in a group to accomplish a set of goals in both cooperative and competitive activities (Project Adventure/Team Initiatives)
Work cooperatively with both more and less skilled peers (Drills and games)
Recognize physical activity as a positive opportunity for social and group interaction

Seventh and Eighth Grade:

Demonstrate competence in modified versions of a variety of movement forms (higher level skills within team and individual sport activities, dance, and fitness)
Understand and apply more advanced movement and game strategies
Explore a variety of new physical activities for personal interest in and out of the physical education class (city recreation, clubs, sports, etc.)
Understand and apply basic principles of training to improving physical fitness (endurance, strength, flexibility, diet/nutrition, rest/sleep, frequency, duration)
Develop routines for tumbling and floor activities, climbing challenges (spotting and safety)
Reflect on the benefits of rules, safe practices, and sportsmanship (officiate games, demonstrate positive attitude, share compliments with players)
Recognize the role of sport, games, and dance in modern society
Recognize physical activity as a vehicle for self expression

Benchmarks

By the completion of 4th grade students should be able to:

Throw, catch, and kick using mature form
Understand that appropriate practice improves performance
Identify one activity that they participate in on a regular basis
Support, lift, and control body weight in a variety of situations
Self and peer coach
Demonstrate acceptance of the skills and abilities of others through verbal and nonverbal behavior
Design games and dance sequences that are personally interesting

By the completion of 8th grade students should be able to:

Use basic offensive and defensive strategies in a modified version of a team sport and individual sport
Describe the critical elements of a particular movement skill
Participate in an individualized physical activity program designed with the help of the teacher
Maintain a record of moderate to vigorous physical activity
Make choices based on the safety of self and others
Respect the physical and performance limitations of self and others
Feel satisfaction when engaging in physical activity