NYS PE Learning Standards

Standard 1: Personal Health and Fitness 

Students will have the necessary knowledge and skills to establish and maintain physical fitness, participate in physical activity, and maintain personal health.

Key Idea: Students will:

a.       perform basic motor and manipulative skills. They will attain competency in a variety of physical activities and proficiency in a few select complex motor and sports activities.

b.       design personal fitness programs to improve cardiorespiratory endurance, flexibility, muscular strength, endurance, and body composition.


Standard 2: A Safe and Healthy Environment 

Students will acquire the knowledge and ability necessary to create and maintain a safe and healthy environment.

Key Idea: Students will:

a.       demonstrate responsible personal and social behavior while engaged in physical activity. They will understand that physical activity provides the opportunity for enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and communication.

b.       be able to identify safety hazards and react effectively to ensure a safe and positive experience for all participants.

 

Standard 3: Resource Management 

Students understand and be able to manage their personal and community resources

Key Idea: Students will:

a.       will be aware of and able to access opportunities available to them within their community to engage in physical activity.

b.       be informed consumers and be able to evaluate facilities and programs.

c.        be aware of some career options in the field of physical fitness and sports.