Elementary Physical Education Kindergarten
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Number of Credits
1
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Estimated Completion Time
2 Semesters
Description
In the Physical Education Kindergarten course, students learn the foundational skills of throwing, catching, kicking, striking, dancing, swimming, and performing basic gymnastics. Students also learn about healthy foods, teamwork, and sportsmanship. They will read storybooks and learn how to have fun by staying active and creating healthy habits.
Follow the link below for the Department of Education description for this course:
Segment One
- Safety
- Locomotor movements
- Underhand and overhand throwing
- Catching
- Flexibility
- Cardiovascular health
- Strength
- Nutrition
Segment Two
- Sportsmanship
- Teamwork
- Nutrition
- Striking
- Kicking
- Dance
- Gymnastics
- Swimming
- Fitness resources
- Improving movement
Students will need the following materials: printer, cell phone or scanner, notebook, pencils, erasers, scissors, crayons, glue, tape, ruler, printer paper, colored-paper, fitness items, household objects, general art supplies, and outdoor materials.
Besides engaging students in challenging curriculum, the course guides students to reflect on their learning and evaluate their progress through a variety of assessments. Assessments can be in the form of practice lessons, multiple choice questions, writing assignments, projects, oral assessments, and discussions. Core courses will use the state-approved grading scale and Special Area courses will use an S or U grading scale.
Courses subject to availability.