6-8 Grade Band - 6 Standards and 12 Benchmarks
Standard 1
Demonstrates competency in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.
Benchmark A: Demonstrate movement skills and patterns in a variety of activities.
Grade Six
Specialized Skills and Movement Patterns
1. Design and demonstrate a routine that includes variety of movement patterns (e.g., dance, gymnastics) with smooth transitions between movement patterns.
2. Demonstrate the critical elements of specialized locomotor and non-locomotor skills in a variety of physical activities (e.g., fitness, track and field, martial arts, outdoor activities, aquatics, cycling, rollerblading).
3. Perform simple dance sequences.
Grade Seven
Specialized Skills and Movement Patterns
1. Design and demonstrate a routine that includes a variety of movement patterns individually and with a partner or small group (e.g., dance, gymnastics).
2. Demonstrate the critical elements of specialized locomotor and non-locomotor skills in a variety of physical activities (e.g., fitness, track and field, martial arts) in a controlled setting.
3. Perform basic folk/square/line-dance sequences to music.
Grade Eight
Specialized Skills and Movement Patterns
1. Design and demonstrate a routine that combines complex movement patterns (e.g., traveling, rolling, balance, weight transfer) into a smooth, flowing sequence individually and with a partner or group.
2. Demonstrate the critical elements of specialized locomotor and non-locomotor skills in a variety of physical activities (e.g., fitness, track and field, martial arts).
3. Perform a variety of simple dance sequences individually and with a partner or small group.
Grades 6-8
Standard 1
Demonstrates competency in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.
Benchmark B: Demonstrate critical elements of specialized manipulative skills in a variety of settings.
Grade Six
Application of Specialized Manipulative Skills
1. Send, receive, dribble and shoot in game-like practice using appropriate critical elements.
2. Strike an object (with hand or implement) in game-like practice using appropriate critical elements.
3. Strike and field an object (with foot, hand or implement) in game-like practice.
4. Send an object to a target in game-like practice using appropriate critical elements.
Grade Seven
Application of Specialized Manipulative Skills
1. Send, receive, dribble and shoot using appropriate critical elements in practice and small-sided invasion game settings.
2. Strike an object (with hand or implement) using appropriate critical elements in controlled practice and singles/small-sided net/wall games.
3. Strike and field an object (with foot, hand or implement) using appropriate critical elements in controlled practice and small-sided striking/fielding games.
4. Send an object to a target in controlled practice and individual/small-sided games.
Grade Eight
Application of Specialized Manipulative Skills
1. Send, receive, dribble and shoot in practice and apply these skills to invasion games to achieve successful game-related outcomes.
2. Strike an object (with hand or implement) in controlled practice and apply these skills to net/wall games to achieve successful game-related outcomes.
3. Strike and field an object (with foot, hand or implement) in controlled practice and apply these skills to striking/fielding games to achieve successful game-related outcomes.
4. Send an object to a target in controlled practice and apply these skills to target games to achieve successful game-related outcomes.
Grades 6-8
Standard 2
Demonstrates understanding of movement concepts, principles, strategies and tactics as they apply to the learning and performance of physical activities.
Benchmark A: Apply tactical concepts and performance principles in physical activities.
Grade Six
Tactics and Principles
1. Demonstrate understanding of basic tactics related to off-the-ball movements while participating in game-like settings (e.g., when and where should I move?).
2. Demonstrate basic decision-making capabilities in a variety of physical activities (e.g., when and where do I execute?).
3. Describe and explain elements of performance principles as they relate to movement (e.g., the effects of different body positions on rotation in gymnastics).
Grade Seven
Tactics and Principles
1. Demonstrate transfer of performance principles across activities to aid learning (e.g., sending principles: throw/tennis serve/volley serve).
2. Demonstrate understanding of basic tactics related to defending space while participating in game and sport activities (e.g., when, where and how do I move?).
3. Explain similarities of skill application and movement patterns across activities (e.g., sending, receiving and movement).
Grade Eight
Tactics and Principles
1. Demonstrate developing understanding of tactics related to decision-making (e.g., shoot, pass, dribble hierarchy) in game and sport activities.
2. Demonstrate developing understanding of tactics related to creating space (e.g., moving opponents and/or the ball) in game and sport activities.
Grades 6-8
Standard 2
Demonstrates understanding of movement concepts, principles, strategies and tactics as they apply to the learning and performance of physical activities.
Benchmark B: Demonstrate knowledge of critical elements and biomechanical principles for specialized skills.
Grade Six
Principles and Critical Elements
1. Demonstrate understanding of movement principles through knowledge of critical elements (key points) of specialized locomotor and non-locomotor skills/movements.
2. Describe and explain critical elements of specific sport skills (e.g., shooting hand under the ball) and movement skills (e.g., tuck the chin on the chest as you roll).
Grade Seven
Principles and Critical Elements
1. Demonstrate understanding of movement principles through knowledge of critical elements (key points) of specialized manipulative skills and movements.
2. Describe and explain critical elements required for the application of specific sport and movement skills in controlled settings (e.g., practice settings).
Grade Eight
Principles and Critical Elements
1. Demonstrate understanding of movement principles through knowledge of critical elements (key points) of combined (locomotor, non-locomotor and manipulative) skills and movements.
2. Describe and explain critical elements required for the application of specific sport and movement skills in a dynamic environment (e.g., games).
3. Detect and correct errors in personal performance based on knowledge of results (e.g., analysis of contact and release point in sport skill execution).
4. Detect and correct errors based on knowledge of results and biomechanical principles (e.g., analysis of contact and release point in sport skill execution).
Grades 6-8
Standard 3
Participates regularly in physical activity.
Benchmark A: Engage in regular physical activity inside and outside of school to meet national recommendations for daily physical activity.
Grade Six
Participate
1. Participate in moderate to vigorous self-selected activities to meet the minimum daily expectations for physical activity.
2. Develop awareness of the opportunities inside and outside of school for participation in a broad range of activities that may meet personal needs and interests.
3. Develop a list of available school and community activities.
Grade Seven
Participate
1. Spend a portion of each day participating in physical activity inside or outside of class.
2. Identify community resources for physical activity to meet personal needs.
3. Participate in various physical activities that are part of the school or community.
Grade Eight
Participate
1. Participate in a variety of moderate or vigorous physical activities to meet national recommendations for physical activity.
2. Spend a portion of each day participating in physical activity inside or outside of school.
3. Develop and refine physical activity choices inside and outside of school.
4. Select areas of interest from school and community resources that can fulfill physical activity needs.
Grades 6-8
Standard 3
Participates regularly in physical activity.
Benchmark B: Create and monitor a personal plan for physical activity
Grade Six
Plan
Monitor
1. Establish personal physical activity goals to meet the minimum daily expectations for physical activity inside and outside of school.
2. Organize time to meet/exceed national recommendations for physical activity at least five days during the week.
3. Track progress toward daily physical activity goals using assessment tools (e.g., log, planner, pedometer, stopwatch).
Grade Seven
Plan
Monitor
1. Establish personal physical activity goals to meet the minimum daily expectations for physical activity.
2. Organize time to meet/exceed national recommendations for physical activity at least five days during the week.
3. Monitor physical activity to assess achievement of national daily recommendations for physical activity.
Grade Eight
Plan
Monitor
1. Set realistic goals utilizing assessment tools (e.g., log, pedometer, heart rate monitor).
2. Develop a time-management schedule that emphasizes physical activity and active recreational activities.
3. Monitor progress towards physical activity goals and plan for continuous physical activity.
Grades 6-8
Standard 4
Achieves and maintains a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
Benchmark A: Meet or exceed criterion-referenced health-related physical fitness standards.
Grade Six
Fitness
1. Perform fitness activities using appropriate principles and practices.
2. Meet criterion-referenced standards for the components of health-related fitness.
Grade Seven
Fitness
1. Perform fitness activities using appropriate principles and practices.
2. Meet criterion-referenced standards for the components of health-related fitness.
Grade Eight
Fitness
1. Perform fitness activities using appropriate principles and practices.
2. Meet criterion-referenced standards for the components of health-related fitness.
Grades 6-8
Standard 4
Achieves and maintains a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
Benchmark B: Understand the principles, components and practices of health-related physical fitness.
Grade Six
Components, Principles and Practices
1. Identify areas of improvement from fitness test results and identify and develop a plan to improve areas of deficit.
2. Use various forms of technology tools to monitor physical activity (e.g., heart monitor, pedometer).
3. Understand the components of health-related fitness (body composition, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, muscular endurance, muscular strength) and participate in specific fitness activities to benefit these components.
4. Give multiple examples of physical activities that meet basic requirements for each health-related component.
5. Recognize the principles of target heart rate.
6. Describe feelings in the body that result from varying frequency, intensity, time and type of physical activity.
7. Apply FITT principle when participating in a physical activity.
8. Identify principles of training such as specificity, overload and progression.
Grade Seven
Components, Principles and Practices
1. Evaluate results of fitness test and develop a plan to improve a fitness component.
2. Determine health-related fitness activities designed to improve or maintain body composition, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, muscular endurance, muscular strength both inside and outside of school.
3. Understand principles of training (i.e., specificity, overload, progression).
4. Apply FITT principle when participating in a physical activity.
5. Apply principles of target heart rate to physical activity.
Grade Eight
Components, Principles and Practices
1. Evaluate results of fitness test and develop a comprehensive program to improve fitness.
2. Apply health-related fitness activities designed to improve or maintain body composition, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, muscular endurance, muscular strength both inside and outside of school.
3. Apply principles of training (e.g., specificity, overload, progression) to maintain or improve health-related fitness.
4. Apply FITT principle when participating in a physical activity.
5. Apply principles of target heart rate to physical activity.
Grades 6-8
Standard 5
Exhibits responsible personal behavior and social behavior that respects self and others in physical activity settings.
Benchmark A: Develop and apply rules, safe practices and procedures in physical activity settings.
Grade Six
Safety and Personal Responsibility
1. Make a conscious decision about playing within the rules, procedures and etiquette of a game or activity.
2. Acknowledge and apply rules to game situations to ensure personal and group safety.
Grade Seven
Safety and Personal Responsibility
1. Make a conscious decision about playing within the rules, procedures and etiquette of a game or activity.
2. Acknowledge and apply rules to game situations to ensure personal and group safety.
Grade Eight
Safety and Personal Responsibility
1. Work cooperatively with peers of differing skill to promote a safe school environment.
2. Recognize causes and demonstrate possible solutions to issues related to a safe school environment and physical activity setting.
Grades 6-8
Standard 5
Exhibits responsible personal behavior and social behavior that respects self and others in physical activity settings.
Benchmark B: Communicate effectively with others to promote respect and conflict resolution in physical activity settings.
Grade Six
Communication and Respect
1. Offer positive suggestions to facilitate group progress in physical activities.
2. Demonstrate cooperation with peers of different gender, race and ability in physical activity settings.
3. Show consideration of the rights and feelings of others when resolving conflict.
4. Accept decisions made by the designated official and return to activity.
Grade Seven
Communication and Respect
1. Offer positive suggestions or constructive feedback to facilitate group progress.
2. Demonstrate cooperation with peers of different gender, race and ability in physical activity settings.
3. Resolve conflict with sensitivity to the rights and feelings of others.
4. Accept and respect decisions made by the designated official.
Grade Eight
Communication and Respect
1. Provide support or positive suggestions to facilitate group progress or success.
2. Demonstrate and encourage respect for individual similarities and differences through positive interaction.
3. Resolve conflict with sensitivity to the rights and feelings of others.
4. Accept and respect decisions made by the designated official.
Grades 6-8
Standard 6
Values physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.
Benchmark A: Engage in challenging experiences that develop confidence and independence.
Grade Six
Self-Challenge and Personal Growth
1. Demonstrate perseverance when challenged by a new physical activity.
2. Attempt to improve attained skills through effort and practice.
3. Identify the physical, social and psychological benefits of participation in physical activities.
Grade Seven
Self-Challenge and Personal Growth
1. Seek personally challenging experiences in physical activity opportunities.
2. Adhere to a practice plan to become a more skilled performer.
3. Investigate and participate in a variety of physical activities to develop personal interest.
Grade Eight
Self-Challenge and Personal Growth
1. Assess personal ability and practice to become a more skilled performer.
2. Determine appropriate level of challenge for own ability and select tasks to maximize performance.
3. Participate regularly in physical activities of personal interest and enjoyment.
4. Encourage others to participate in physical activities that one finds enjoyable.
Grades 6-8
Standard 6
Values physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.
Benchmark B: Select physical activities that promote self-expression and provide opportunities for social and group interaction.
Grade Six
Social Interaction and Self-Expression
1. Participate in activities which allow students to set and achieve individual and team goals.
2. Participate in a variety of non-competitive activities of interest (e.g., initiatives, cooperative games, orienteering, rollerblading).
3. Describe the role participation in physical activities has in getting to know oneself and others.
4. Work positively toward outcomes in small group settings (e.g., solve an initiative, work on a cooperate task, modify a game or an activity though group discussions).
5. Resolve conflicts that arise with others without confrontation.
Grade Seven
Social Interaction and Self-Expression
1. Describe ways to use the body and movement to communicate ideas and feelings (e.g., demonstrate rhythmic activity that conveys a particular feeling).
2. Recognize physical activity as a positive opportunity for social and group interaction.
3. Praise peer performance showing appreciation of others.
4. Resolve conflicts that arise with others without confrontation.
Grade Eight
Social Interaction and Self-Expression
1. Describe how engaging in physical activity promotes awareness of self and others.
2. Identify and describe personal feelings resulting from participating in physical activity (e.g., journals, class discussions, activity calendars).
3. Engage in cooperative and competitive physical activities voluntarily and regularly.
4. Assume a variety of roles as a team member (e.g., leader, record keeper, equipment manager).
5. Invite peers to become group members in physical activities.
Demonstrates competency in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.
Benchmark A: Demonstrate movement skills and patterns in a variety of activities.
Grade Six
Specialized Skills and Movement Patterns
1. Design and demonstrate a routine that includes variety of movement patterns (e.g., dance, gymnastics) with smooth transitions between movement patterns.
2. Demonstrate the critical elements of specialized locomotor and non-locomotor skills in a variety of physical activities (e.g., fitness, track and field, martial arts, outdoor activities, aquatics, cycling, rollerblading).
3. Perform simple dance sequences.
Grade Seven
Specialized Skills and Movement Patterns
1. Design and demonstrate a routine that includes a variety of movement patterns individually and with a partner or small group (e.g., dance, gymnastics).
2. Demonstrate the critical elements of specialized locomotor and non-locomotor skills in a variety of physical activities (e.g., fitness, track and field, martial arts) in a controlled setting.
3. Perform basic folk/square/line-dance sequences to music.
Grade Eight
Specialized Skills and Movement Patterns
1. Design and demonstrate a routine that combines complex movement patterns (e.g., traveling, rolling, balance, weight transfer) into a smooth, flowing sequence individually and with a partner or group.
2. Demonstrate the critical elements of specialized locomotor and non-locomotor skills in a variety of physical activities (e.g., fitness, track and field, martial arts).
3. Perform a variety of simple dance sequences individually and with a partner or small group.
Grades 6-8
Standard 1
Demonstrates competency in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.
Benchmark B: Demonstrate critical elements of specialized manipulative skills in a variety of settings.
Grade Six
Application of Specialized Manipulative Skills
1. Send, receive, dribble and shoot in game-like practice using appropriate critical elements.
2. Strike an object (with hand or implement) in game-like practice using appropriate critical elements.
3. Strike and field an object (with foot, hand or implement) in game-like practice.
4. Send an object to a target in game-like practice using appropriate critical elements.
Grade Seven
Application of Specialized Manipulative Skills
1. Send, receive, dribble and shoot using appropriate critical elements in practice and small-sided invasion game settings.
2. Strike an object (with hand or implement) using appropriate critical elements in controlled practice and singles/small-sided net/wall games.
3. Strike and field an object (with foot, hand or implement) using appropriate critical elements in controlled practice and small-sided striking/fielding games.
4. Send an object to a target in controlled practice and individual/small-sided games.
Grade Eight
Application of Specialized Manipulative Skills
1. Send, receive, dribble and shoot in practice and apply these skills to invasion games to achieve successful game-related outcomes.
2. Strike an object (with hand or implement) in controlled practice and apply these skills to net/wall games to achieve successful game-related outcomes.
3. Strike and field an object (with foot, hand or implement) in controlled practice and apply these skills to striking/fielding games to achieve successful game-related outcomes.
4. Send an object to a target in controlled practice and apply these skills to target games to achieve successful game-related outcomes.
Grades 6-8
Standard 2
Demonstrates understanding of movement concepts, principles, strategies and tactics as they apply to the learning and performance of physical activities.
Benchmark A: Apply tactical concepts and performance principles in physical activities.
Grade Six
Tactics and Principles
1. Demonstrate understanding of basic tactics related to off-the-ball movements while participating in game-like settings (e.g., when and where should I move?).
2. Demonstrate basic decision-making capabilities in a variety of physical activities (e.g., when and where do I execute?).
3. Describe and explain elements of performance principles as they relate to movement (e.g., the effects of different body positions on rotation in gymnastics).
Grade Seven
Tactics and Principles
1. Demonstrate transfer of performance principles across activities to aid learning (e.g., sending principles: throw/tennis serve/volley serve).
2. Demonstrate understanding of basic tactics related to defending space while participating in game and sport activities (e.g., when, where and how do I move?).
3. Explain similarities of skill application and movement patterns across activities (e.g., sending, receiving and movement).
Grade Eight
Tactics and Principles
1. Demonstrate developing understanding of tactics related to decision-making (e.g., shoot, pass, dribble hierarchy) in game and sport activities.
2. Demonstrate developing understanding of tactics related to creating space (e.g., moving opponents and/or the ball) in game and sport activities.
Grades 6-8
Standard 2
Demonstrates understanding of movement concepts, principles, strategies and tactics as they apply to the learning and performance of physical activities.
Benchmark B: Demonstrate knowledge of critical elements and biomechanical principles for specialized skills.
Grade Six
Principles and Critical Elements
1. Demonstrate understanding of movement principles through knowledge of critical elements (key points) of specialized locomotor and non-locomotor skills/movements.
2. Describe and explain critical elements of specific sport skills (e.g., shooting hand under the ball) and movement skills (e.g., tuck the chin on the chest as you roll).
Grade Seven
Principles and Critical Elements
1. Demonstrate understanding of movement principles through knowledge of critical elements (key points) of specialized manipulative skills and movements.
2. Describe and explain critical elements required for the application of specific sport and movement skills in controlled settings (e.g., practice settings).
Grade Eight
Principles and Critical Elements
1. Demonstrate understanding of movement principles through knowledge of critical elements (key points) of combined (locomotor, non-locomotor and manipulative) skills and movements.
2. Describe and explain critical elements required for the application of specific sport and movement skills in a dynamic environment (e.g., games).
3. Detect and correct errors in personal performance based on knowledge of results (e.g., analysis of contact and release point in sport skill execution).
4. Detect and correct errors based on knowledge of results and biomechanical principles (e.g., analysis of contact and release point in sport skill execution).
Grades 6-8
Standard 3
Participates regularly in physical activity.
Benchmark A: Engage in regular physical activity inside and outside of school to meet national recommendations for daily physical activity.
Grade Six
Participate
1. Participate in moderate to vigorous self-selected activities to meet the minimum daily expectations for physical activity.
2. Develop awareness of the opportunities inside and outside of school for participation in a broad range of activities that may meet personal needs and interests.
3. Develop a list of available school and community activities.
Grade Seven
Participate
1. Spend a portion of each day participating in physical activity inside or outside of class.
2. Identify community resources for physical activity to meet personal needs.
3. Participate in various physical activities that are part of the school or community.
Grade Eight
Participate
1. Participate in a variety of moderate or vigorous physical activities to meet national recommendations for physical activity.
2. Spend a portion of each day participating in physical activity inside or outside of school.
3. Develop and refine physical activity choices inside and outside of school.
4. Select areas of interest from school and community resources that can fulfill physical activity needs.
Grades 6-8
Standard 3
Participates regularly in physical activity.
Benchmark B: Create and monitor a personal plan for physical activity
Grade Six
Plan
Monitor
1. Establish personal physical activity goals to meet the minimum daily expectations for physical activity inside and outside of school.
2. Organize time to meet/exceed national recommendations for physical activity at least five days during the week.
3. Track progress toward daily physical activity goals using assessment tools (e.g., log, planner, pedometer, stopwatch).
Grade Seven
Plan
Monitor
1. Establish personal physical activity goals to meet the minimum daily expectations for physical activity.
2. Organize time to meet/exceed national recommendations for physical activity at least five days during the week.
3. Monitor physical activity to assess achievement of national daily recommendations for physical activity.
Grade Eight
Plan
Monitor
1. Set realistic goals utilizing assessment tools (e.g., log, pedometer, heart rate monitor).
2. Develop a time-management schedule that emphasizes physical activity and active recreational activities.
3. Monitor progress towards physical activity goals and plan for continuous physical activity.
Grades 6-8
Standard 4
Achieves and maintains a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
Benchmark A: Meet or exceed criterion-referenced health-related physical fitness standards.
Grade Six
Fitness
1. Perform fitness activities using appropriate principles and practices.
2. Meet criterion-referenced standards for the components of health-related fitness.
Grade Seven
Fitness
1. Perform fitness activities using appropriate principles and practices.
2. Meet criterion-referenced standards for the components of health-related fitness.
Grade Eight
Fitness
1. Perform fitness activities using appropriate principles and practices.
2. Meet criterion-referenced standards for the components of health-related fitness.
Grades 6-8
Standard 4
Achieves and maintains a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
Benchmark B: Understand the principles, components and practices of health-related physical fitness.
Grade Six
Components, Principles and Practices
1. Identify areas of improvement from fitness test results and identify and develop a plan to improve areas of deficit.
2. Use various forms of technology tools to monitor physical activity (e.g., heart monitor, pedometer).
3. Understand the components of health-related fitness (body composition, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, muscular endurance, muscular strength) and participate in specific fitness activities to benefit these components.
4. Give multiple examples of physical activities that meet basic requirements for each health-related component.
5. Recognize the principles of target heart rate.
6. Describe feelings in the body that result from varying frequency, intensity, time and type of physical activity.
7. Apply FITT principle when participating in a physical activity.
8. Identify principles of training such as specificity, overload and progression.
Grade Seven
Components, Principles and Practices
1. Evaluate results of fitness test and develop a plan to improve a fitness component.
2. Determine health-related fitness activities designed to improve or maintain body composition, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, muscular endurance, muscular strength both inside and outside of school.
3. Understand principles of training (i.e., specificity, overload, progression).
4. Apply FITT principle when participating in a physical activity.
5. Apply principles of target heart rate to physical activity.
Grade Eight
Components, Principles and Practices
1. Evaluate results of fitness test and develop a comprehensive program to improve fitness.
2. Apply health-related fitness activities designed to improve or maintain body composition, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, muscular endurance, muscular strength both inside and outside of school.
3. Apply principles of training (e.g., specificity, overload, progression) to maintain or improve health-related fitness.
4. Apply FITT principle when participating in a physical activity.
5. Apply principles of target heart rate to physical activity.
Grades 6-8
Standard 5
Exhibits responsible personal behavior and social behavior that respects self and others in physical activity settings.
Benchmark A: Develop and apply rules, safe practices and procedures in physical activity settings.
Grade Six
Safety and Personal Responsibility
1. Make a conscious decision about playing within the rules, procedures and etiquette of a game or activity.
2. Acknowledge and apply rules to game situations to ensure personal and group safety.
Grade Seven
Safety and Personal Responsibility
1. Make a conscious decision about playing within the rules, procedures and etiquette of a game or activity.
2. Acknowledge and apply rules to game situations to ensure personal and group safety.
Grade Eight
Safety and Personal Responsibility
1. Work cooperatively with peers of differing skill to promote a safe school environment.
2. Recognize causes and demonstrate possible solutions to issues related to a safe school environment and physical activity setting.
Grades 6-8
Standard 5
Exhibits responsible personal behavior and social behavior that respects self and others in physical activity settings.
Benchmark B: Communicate effectively with others to promote respect and conflict resolution in physical activity settings.
Grade Six
Communication and Respect
1. Offer positive suggestions to facilitate group progress in physical activities.
2. Demonstrate cooperation with peers of different gender, race and ability in physical activity settings.
3. Show consideration of the rights and feelings of others when resolving conflict.
4. Accept decisions made by the designated official and return to activity.
Grade Seven
Communication and Respect
1. Offer positive suggestions or constructive feedback to facilitate group progress.
2. Demonstrate cooperation with peers of different gender, race and ability in physical activity settings.
3. Resolve conflict with sensitivity to the rights and feelings of others.
4. Accept and respect decisions made by the designated official.
Grade Eight
Communication and Respect
1. Provide support or positive suggestions to facilitate group progress or success.
2. Demonstrate and encourage respect for individual similarities and differences through positive interaction.
3. Resolve conflict with sensitivity to the rights and feelings of others.
4. Accept and respect decisions made by the designated official.
Grades 6-8
Standard 6
Values physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.
Benchmark A: Engage in challenging experiences that develop confidence and independence.
Grade Six
Self-Challenge and Personal Growth
1. Demonstrate perseverance when challenged by a new physical activity.
2. Attempt to improve attained skills through effort and practice.
3. Identify the physical, social and psychological benefits of participation in physical activities.
Grade Seven
Self-Challenge and Personal Growth
1. Seek personally challenging experiences in physical activity opportunities.
2. Adhere to a practice plan to become a more skilled performer.
3. Investigate and participate in a variety of physical activities to develop personal interest.
Grade Eight
Self-Challenge and Personal Growth
1. Assess personal ability and practice to become a more skilled performer.
2. Determine appropriate level of challenge for own ability and select tasks to maximize performance.
3. Participate regularly in physical activities of personal interest and enjoyment.
4. Encourage others to participate in physical activities that one finds enjoyable.
Grades 6-8
Standard 6
Values physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.
Benchmark B: Select physical activities that promote self-expression and provide opportunities for social and group interaction.
Grade Six
Social Interaction and Self-Expression
1. Participate in activities which allow students to set and achieve individual and team goals.
2. Participate in a variety of non-competitive activities of interest (e.g., initiatives, cooperative games, orienteering, rollerblading).
3. Describe the role participation in physical activities has in getting to know oneself and others.
4. Work positively toward outcomes in small group settings (e.g., solve an initiative, work on a cooperate task, modify a game or an activity though group discussions).
5. Resolve conflicts that arise with others without confrontation.
Grade Seven
Social Interaction and Self-Expression
1. Describe ways to use the body and movement to communicate ideas and feelings (e.g., demonstrate rhythmic activity that conveys a particular feeling).
2. Recognize physical activity as a positive opportunity for social and group interaction.
3. Praise peer performance showing appreciation of others.
4. Resolve conflicts that arise with others without confrontation.
Grade Eight
Social Interaction and Self-Expression
1. Describe how engaging in physical activity promotes awareness of self and others.
2. Identify and describe personal feelings resulting from participating in physical activity (e.g., journals, class discussions, activity calendars).
3. Engage in cooperative and competitive physical activities voluntarily and regularly.
4. Assume a variety of roles as a team member (e.g., leader, record keeper, equipment manager).
5. Invite peers to become group members in physical activities.