Page 1 of 5 Health/Physical Ed Curriculum Physical Education 9 The Fairfax County Public Schools Physical Education Program of Studies incorporates the Virginia Physical Education Standards of Learning, which identify concepts, processes, and skills for physical education in Kindergarten through Grade 10 for Virginia's public schools. Last Updated: 07/17/09 02:17 PM The intent of physical education is to help students learn the skills necessary for performing a variety of physical activities and understand the benefits of achieving and maintaining a physically active lifestyle. Students should acquire the knowledge, processes, and skills needed to engage in meaningful physical activity both in the present and for a lifetime. The process of participating regularly in a physically active lifestyle will lead to personal enjoyment, challenge, satisfaction, and a health-enhancing level of personal fitness. In Grade 9, students complete the transition from modified versions of movement forms to more complex applications across all types of physical activities. They demonstrate the ability to use basic skills, strategies, and tactics. Students demonstrate more specialized knowledge in identifying and applying key movement concepts and principles. They assess their skill performance and develop a personal physical activity program aimed at improving it. They apply their understanding of personal fitness to lifelong participation in physical activity. Students demonstrate independence of others in making choices, respect all others, avoid conflict but are able to resolve it appropriately, and use elements of fair play and ethical behavior in physical activity settings. Students demonstrate the ability to plan for and improve components of fitness and achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of personal fitness. Standard 1 PERFORM BASIC MOVEMENT SKILLS Benchmark 1.a Apply Movement Skills to a Variety of Activities Indicator 1.a.1 Perform motor skills in two types of movement forms Indicator 1.a.2 Explain and apply appropriate strategies in a given sport or activity Indicator 1.a.3 Explain and apply appropriate rules in a given sport or activity Benchmark 1.b Design and Implement a Plan for Skill-related Physical Activities Indicator 1.b.1 Design and implement a personal physical activity plan Indicator 1.b.2 Analyze skill performance and utilize feedback to improve skills Indicator 1.b.3 Engage in physical activities that contribute to movement competency
Page 2 of 5 Standard 2 APPLY MOVEMENT PRINCIPLES & CONCEPTS TO SPECIFIC SKILL PERFORMANCES Benchmark 2.a Explain and Apply Scientific Principles to Improve Movement Skills Indicator 2.a.1 Identify the characteristics of highly-skilled performance Indicator 2.a.2 Explain the importance of warm-ups and cool-downs Indicator 2.a.3 Explain the characteristics of safe and effective exercise programs Indicator 2.a.4 Explain and apply the principles of FITT and SOP Indicator 2.a.5 Explain the movement concepts of balance, energy, force, and motion Benchmark 2.b Use Movement Principles and Concepts to Improve Performance Indicator 2.b.1 Apply appropriate skill technique to enhance performance Indicator 2.b.2 Apply biomechanical principles to enhance performance Indicator 2.b.3 Analyze performance and utilize feedback to improve movement skills Indicator 2.b.4 Apply the motor learning process Indicator 2.b.5 Analyze skills, rules, and strategies in the performance of activities Standard 3 DEMONSTRATE PERSONAL FITNESS PLANNING Benchmark 3.a Demonstrate Program Planning Skills for Personal Fitness Plan Indicator 3.a.1
Page 3 of 5 Utilize SMART goal setting skills in a personal fitness plan Indicator 3.a.2 Assess and analyze personal fitness levels Indicator 3.a.3 Create and implement a fitness plan Benchmark 3.b Apply Principles of Training in Accordance with Personal Goals Indicator 3.b.1 Utilize FITT and SOP in creating a personal fitness plan Indicator 3.b.2 Explain and apply appropriate exercise recommendations & guidelines Indicator 3.b.3 Explain and calculate target heart rate and training zones Benchmark 3.c Utilize Scientific Principles for Improvement of Personal Fitness Indicator 3.c.1 Develop strategies for improving personal fitness Indicator 3.c.2 Apply the health-related components of fitness in a fitness program Indicator 3.c.3 Describe the health benefits in each of the components of fitness Indicator 3.c.4 Identify and apply methods for increasing flexibility Indicator 3.c.5 Define terminology associated with muscular strength and endurance Indicator 3.c.6 Identify basic muscular anatomy and muscle actions Indicator 3.c.7 Explain common myths associated with weight training Indicator 3.c.8 Explain body composition, body mass index & healthy body weight Benchmark 3.d Utilize Technology in a Personal Fitness Plan
Page 4 of 5 Indicator 3.d.1 Utilize technology to create a personal fitness plan Indicator 3.d.2 Utilize heart rate monitors and pedometers Benchmark 3.e Identify Consumer Issues Related to Fitness Equipment Indicator 3.e.1 Identify criteria for selecting personal fitness equipment & programs Indicator 3.e.2 Evaluate personal fitness equipment and programs Indicator 3.e.3 Demonstrate appropriate care and use of equipment Standard 4 DEMONSTRATE ESSENTIAL LIFE SKILLS IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY SETTINGS Benchmark 4.a Act Independently and Resist Negative Peer Influences Indicator 4.a.1 Act independently and resist negative peer influences Indicator 4.a.2 Identify & demonstrate safety practices, rules, & procedures Indicator 4.a.3 Demonstrate the ability to work independently through a fitness plan Indicator 4.a.4 Demonstrate independent skill practice and analysis Benchmark 4.b Exhibit Respect for Unique Characteristics and Abilities of Peers Indicator 4.b.1 Demonstrate respect by promoting inclusion and safety of others Indicator 4.b.2 Investigate cultural influences on various sports and activities Benchmark 4.c Act Responsibly to Avoid Conflict
Page 5 of 5 Indicator 4.c.1 Utilize appropriate social interactions and decision making skills Indicator 4.c.2 Describe and demonstrate conflict resolution skills Indicator 4.c.3 Demonstrate sportsmanship and fair play Indicator 4.c.4 Analyze the importance of various rules and safety procedures Standard 5 PARTICIPATE IN SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES Benchmark 5.a Maintain a Record of Daily Participation in Physical Activities Indicator 5.a.1 Participate in and record physical activity in a fitness plan Benchmark 5.b Develop and Evaluate Progress Toward Personal Physical Activity Goals Indicator 5.b.1 Evaluate progress toward goals as part of a personal fitness plan Benchmark 5.c Analyze Physiological and Psychological Benefits of Physical Activity Indicator 5.c.1 Analyze and compare physiological benefits of various activities Indicator 5.c.2 Analyze and compare psychological benefits of physical activity Indicator 5.c.3 Identify opportunities for positive social interaction and enjoyment Essential - Standard, benchmark, or indicator from the VDOE Standards of Learning document. In the absence of VDOE standards for a given course, content subject to testing such as AP and IB can be labeled Essential. Expected - Standard, benchmark, or indicator added by the FCPS Program of Studies to provide a context, a bridge, or an enhancement to the Essential SBIs. Extended - Standard, benchmark, or indicator added by the FCPS Program of Studies generally used to differentiate instruction for advanced learners (Honors/GT)