8th Grade Physical Education
Course Description
Physical Education
Curriculum Goals:
- The enjoyment of physical activity
- Gaining movement skills and knowledge through instruction and assessment
- Enjoying peer acceptance through good sportsmanship
- Developing a positive self-image and self-realization
- Understanding health-related & skill-related fitness for life-long participation
This FUN progressive curriculum allows children the opportunity for full and satisfying participation while encouraging them to fully demonstrate their potential.
Skill and team concepts are emphasized in the fifth through eighth grade. Our curriculum goal is designed to meet or exceed the California Physical Education Content Standards. We have implemented C.A.T.C.H. Physical Education. (Coordinated Approach to Children’s Health). Our program consists of skill related and health related fitness activities.
Units of Study
Introduction Speedball/Soccer Hockey
Fitness assessment Volleyball Tumbling
Gymnastics Character Counts Football
U.S. Games Skill Assessment Creative Dance
Basketball Jump Rope Emergency Preparedness