National PE Standards

SHAPE America's National Standards & Grade-Level Outcomes for K-12 Physical Education define what a student should know and be able to do as result of a highly effective physical education program. States and local school districts across the country use the National Standards to develop or revise existing standards, frameworks and curricula. 

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Standard 1 - The physically literate individual demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.

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Standard 2 - The physically literate individual applies knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies and tactics related to movement and performance.

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Standard 3 - The physically literate individual demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.

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Standard 4 - The physically literate individual exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.

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Standard 5 - The physically literate individual recognizes the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.

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Citation: National Standards for K-12 Physical Education Copyright 2013, SHAPE America –Society of Health and Physical Educators, 1900 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191, www.shapeamerica.org.All rights reserved.