PRE-KINDERGARTEN & KINDERGARTEN

 

By the end of Kindergarten, students will be able to know and do the following:

·  Participate in and explore a wide variety of movement activities with emphasis placed on developmental activities

·  Perform basic locomotor movement patterns (moving from place to place such as walking)

·  Perform basic non-locomotor movement patterns (not moving from place to place such as waving a hand) movement patterns

·  Experience a variety of manipulative activities (use of balls, parachute, object relays)

·  Demonstrate the concepts of body and space awareness

·  Sustain moderate physical activity (able to exercise for at least 3-5 minutes without a break)

·  Attend to and follow directions (verbal or spoken directions in both Spanish and English)

·  Share space and equipment safely with others (cooperative attitude)

·  Enjoy a variety of movement experiences (various games and activities)

·  Identify and demonstrate basic safety rules in connection with class activities

 

 

 

PREPARATORY

 

Preparatory students will develop basic physical skills and learn to exercise and play with a positive cooperative attitude toward physical activity.

By the end of Preparatory, students will be able to know and do the following:

·  Combine basic locomotor (moving from place to place such as walking) and non-locomotor (not moving from place to place such as waving a hand) movement patterns

·  Participate in activities that utilize various manipulatives (balls, parachute, object relays, etc.)

·  Participate in activities that improve physical fitness (running, jumping, throwing, etc.)

·  Identify selected body parts, skills, and movement concepts

·  Participate in interdisciplinary activities and manipulative skills

·  Participate in physical fitness activities (both individual and in teams or small groups)

·  Begin to play cooperatively with others

·  Attend to and follow directions (verbal or spoken directions in both Spanish and English, written directions in Spanish)

·  Identify and demonstrate basic safety rules in connection with class activities

·  Demonstrate understanding of fire safety and emergency procedures

 

GRADE 1

 

First grade students learn to combine movement patterns. They identify and properly use physical education equipment and display a positive attitude toward physical activity.

By the end of Grade 1, students will be able to know and do the following:

·  Combine basic locomotor (moving from place to place such as walking) and non-locomotor (not moving from place to place such as waving a hand) movement patterns

·  Participate in activities that utilize various manipulatives (balls, parachute, object relays, etc.)

·  Participate in activities that improve physical fitness (running, jumping, throwing, etc.)

·  Identify selected body parts, skills, and movement concepts

·  Participate in interdisciplinary activities

·  Participate in physical fitness activities (both individual and in teams or small groups)

·  Attend to and follow directions (verbal and written directions in both Spanish and English)

·  Follow rules, procedures, and safe practices with minor teacher reinforcement

·  Respect the abilities of self and others

·  Demonstrate an interest in improving psychomotor skills (mental thinking with physical action in games such as dodge-ball)

·  Demonstrate understanding of fire safety and emergency procedures

·  Demonstrate understanding of safety signs and symbols (stop, yield, traffic lights, etc.)

 

GRADE 2

 

Second grade students demonstrate movement pattern complexity which is increased by adding objects, such as balls, paddles, and rackets, and by changing speed and direction.

 

By the end of Grade 2, students will be able to know and do the following:

·  Demonstrate ways to handle and control objects of varying sizes, shapes, and textures

·  Demonstrate an improvement in perceptual motor skills

·  Participate in activities that improve physical fitness (running, jumping, throwing, etc.)

·  Explore different ways of moving and show progress toward selecting and combining these movements for improved motor skills, efficiency, and smoothness

·  Describe basic biological and fitness relationships, such as those between locomotor speed and heartbeat, activity and breathing (for example, running fast for a short period of time makes you more tired and you breathe harder than running slower for the same period of time which makes you less tired and you breathe easier)

·  Recognize when a motor skill is performed well (hitting a target, scoring a basket/goal)

·  Recognize safe and unsafe situations and practices

·  Listen to and follow directions of teachers and student leaders (in Spanish and in English)

·  Demonstrate understanding of fire safety and emergency procedures

·  Demonstrate understanding of safety signs and symbols (stop, yield, traffic lights, etc.)

 

 

 

GRADE 3

 

Third grade students continue in the development of physical skills and creativity.  Students begin to recognize their interests, abilities, and values in regard to physical education.

By the end of Grade 3, students will be able to know and do the following:

 

·  Express creativity through rhythmic movement (dance)

 

·  Demonstrate an improvement in perceptual motor skills (hitting a target, scoring a basket)

·  Demonstrate competence in a variety of individual manipulative skill activities (running, jumping, kicking, throwing, rolling, etc.)

·  Combine locomotor, non-locomotor, and manipulative skills at the same time

·  Identify and assess major components of physical fitness (health)

·  Use equipment and facilities safely

·  Resolve conflicts in an acceptable manner (showing good sportsmanship)

·  Select activities that are appropriate to his/ her psychomotor ability (for example, choosing to try and score a goal in soccer from 10 meters instead of 20 meters if student does not kick well)

·  Identify occupations that relate to his/her interests, aptitudes, and values in physical education areas (athlete, military, delivery person, etc.)

·  Demonstrate understanding of fire safety and emergency procedures

·  Demonstrate understanding of safety signs and symbols (stop, yield, traffic lights, etc.)

 

 

GRADE 4

Fourth grade students move and use implements in group and team games. Specific sport skills and physical fitness receive more emphasis. More time is devoted to activities requiring higher level thinking skills.

By the end of Grade 4, students will be able to know and do the following:

·  Apply individual psychomotor skills in group and team activities/games (dodge-ball, basketball, soccer, etc.)

·  Demonstrate an understanding of the advantages of physical fitness (health)

·  Participate in a variety of game, sport, and dance activities representing different cultural backgrounds

·  Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of timing, force, and level in the effective performance of manipulative skills (bowling, shooting a basketball, etc.)

·  Follow the rules of sport-oriented games

·  Resolve conflicts in an acceptable manner (showing good sportsmanship)

·  Apply cross-curricular connections in physical education (social studies, math/physics concepts)

·  Recognize that individuals working as a team can achieve a common goal

·  Demonstrate understanding of fire safety and emergency procedures

·  Demonstrate understanding of safety signs and symbols (stop, yield, traffic lights, etc.)

 

 

 

GRADE 5

 

Fifth grade students learn to relate the need for fitness to better health. Group cooperation and an appreciation of oneself and others are emphasized.

By the end of Grade 5, students will be able to know and do the following:

 

·  Receive and propel objects of differing shapes, sizes, and weights

·  Perform intricate rhythmic movement patterns (dance)

·  Identify personal fitness levels and design a personal fitness program

·  Apply rules and strategies in game-like situations

·  Resolve conflicts in an acceptable manner (showing good sportsmanship)

·  Demonstrate an understanding of proper safety habits for the use of equipment and supplies

·  Develop an understanding of the fundamental relationships between body positions and object manipulation

·  Understand that regular physical activity leads to a healthy life style (health)

·  Demonstrate proficiency as a team member

·  Appreciate the performance of others and himself/herself