La Habra High School
Foreign Language Department

Physical Education Standards
PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

The student will:

determine a movement-related goal and develop a practice plan to meet that goal.
apply the correct technique for fundamental movement patterns in activities of choice.
create a new movement-related game.
analyze movement performance using scientific principles of movement to learn or improve movement skills.
demonstrate different movement and motor skills.
create an individualized wellness program for various stages of life.
participate in a health-related fitness test.

The student will:

plan appropriate movement-related activities according to individual differences.
assess current level of fitness and movement skill ability.
participate regularly in movement-related physical activities.
use physical activities as a means of reinforcing interpersonal relationships.
develop a positive mental attitude and self-esteem.
appreciate and value the aesthetic features of movement.
appreciate how aesthetic features contribute to movement activities.
appreciate the act of practicing to master a movement skill.

The student will:

demonstrate appropriate interpersonal skills in a movement-related experience.
demonstrate an understanding and respect for other people in physical activity settings.
demonstrate appropriate social behavior in a coed movement-related experience.
understand that physical activity provides opportunities for enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction.
analyze the relationship between a movement activity, its culture of origin, and how it was evolved.
describe the historical and current interrelationship between physical education and issues in a global society.
demonstrate an understanding of how movement activities influence modern culture.

The student will:

analyze movement performance.
apply the fundamental movement skills in individual and dual sports, outdoor education, self-defense, and dance.
develop a practice plan for himself/herself, taking into consideration his/her stage of development.
create a variety of offensive/defensive strategies for a new individual/dual game.
analyze movement performance using application of levers to learn or improve a movement skill.
analyze the mechanical principles involved in a fitness workout.
analyze individual/dual performance using scientific principles of movement in order to improve skills.
assess personal fitness.
apply principles of training to monitor and adjust activity levels to meet individual fitness needs.
set goals for improvement or maintenance of personal fitness.
understand the relationship between nutrition and a healthy lifestyle.

The student will:

understand the relationship between the development of the sensory system and selection of developmentally appropriate activities.
identify ways in which personal characteristics, performance styles, and activity preferences will change over the life cycle.
identify personal physical activities which provide enjoyment and challenge.
appreciate the importance of commitment and dedication for effective movement-related performance.
set personal goals and work toward their achievement.
create a safe environment for his/her own skill practice.
keep the importance of winning and losing in perspective relative to other established goals of participation.
appreciate the aesthetic features of movement, its use in art forms, and its cultural and ethnic diversity.

The student will:

understand the effects of group dynamics as it relates to movement activities.
apply leadership skills during a movement-related experience.
acknowledge outstanding performance of opponents as well as of his/her own team.
diffuse potential conflicts through positive communication.
acknowledge and respect stylistic differences in performance.
demonstrate appropriate social behavior in a coed movement-related experience.
analyze the influence of events in world history on sports, games, and modern Olympics in society today.
analyze the physical education programs and careers in the United States and around the world.
recognize the historical roles of games, sports, and dance in the cultural life of a population.