The goal of physical education is to develop individuals who have the knowledge, skills, and the passion to enjoy lifetime of physical activity. The five National Standards below provide a framework to help develop physically active individuals, allowing them to apply the knowledge and skills taught in school to their own lives.
Standard 1 - The physically literate individual demonstraes competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.
Standard 2 - The physically literate individual applies knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies, and tactics related to movement and performance.
Standard 3 - The physically literate individual demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve adn maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.
Standard 4 - The physically literate individual exhibits responsible personal adn social behavior that respects self and others.
Standard 5 - The physically literate individual recognizes the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, self-expression, and/or social interaction.