High School Physical Education I
Course Description
This course focuses on developing students’ physical fitness, movement skills, and understanding of lifelong health and wellness. Students will participate in a variety of physical activities, including team and individual sports, fitness training, and recreational games designed to improve cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, and coordination.
Course Big Ideas
- Regular physical activity builds the foundation for a healthy lifestyle and lifelong well-being.
- Understanding how to set, monitor, and achieve personal fitness goals promotes accountability and self-discipline.
- Mastering fundamental movement and sport-specific skills enhances performance and confidence in physical activities.
- Working effectively with others fosters communication, respect, and sportsmanship both on and off the field.
- Applying proper techniques, rules, and safety procedures ensures safe participation in all physical activities.
- Awareness of how the body responds to exercise helps students make informed decisions about physical fitness and health.
Course Essential Questions
- How does regular physical activity contribute to a healthy lifestyle?
- How can setting personal fitness goals improve motivation and performance?
- What factors influence your ability to achieve and maintain fitness goals?
- How do practice and repetition lead to skill mastery in physical activities?
- Why is it important to learn and apply proper techniques in sports and exercise?
- How does teamwork contribute to success in physical activities?
- What role do communication and respect play in effective team dynamics?
- Why are warm-ups, cool-downs, and proper use of equipment essential for safe participation?
Course Competencies
- Demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.
- Applies correct technique in individual, dual, and team activities.
- Uses movement concepts (space, speed, direction, and balance) effectively during gameplay and practice.
- Understands and applies principles of fitness (FITT, overload, progression, specificity) to personal workouts.
- Participates regularly in moderate to vigorous physical activity.
- Assesses personal fitness levels and sets realistic goals for improvement.
Course Assessments
- Observation of student performances
- Fitness Assessments
- Fitness Logs