This week we will be doing activities that will help us answer the following questions:

Kindergarten – 2nd grade

  • Can I move and tag safely without teacher reminders?
  • Can I follow all directions with no reminders?
  • Can I help my classmates follow directions?
  • Can I discuss the importance of safe participation in PE?

3rd grade – 5th grade

  • Can I combine locomotor and manipulative skills while playing invasion games?
  • Can I identify and describe a strategy used for opening space in invasion games?
  • Can I identify and describe a strategy used for closing space (defense) in invasion games?
  • Can I apply both offensive and defensive strategies during invasion games?

Middle School

  • How can I demonstrate my appreciation for physical activity experiences by actively engaging in skill development and cooperating with and encouraging my classmates?
  • Can I provide encouragement and positive feedback to all of my classmates, regardless of skill and ability?
  • Can I demonstrate the “spirit of the game” by resolving disputes/conflicts quickly and appropriately?
  • Can I work independently with classmates to address both ethical and unethical behaviors, demonstrating “spirit of the game”?

7th Grade Health

  • Am I able to identify the difference between social and binge drinking?
  • Am I able to identify six factors that can affect the BAC of a person?
  • Can I comprehend that heavy drinking among youth has been linked to violent behavior, and trouble with law enforcement authorities?
  • Am I able to discuss how alcohol and other drug abuse has consequences for the health and well being of the user and for those around them?