United States · Common Core State Standards
6th Grade PE & Health
A comprehensive physical education and health course designed to transition students into lifelong fitness and informed health decision making. Students develop complex motor skills while exploring the social and emotional dimensions of personal wellness.
Mastering Motion and Mechanics
Students refine locomotor and non-locomotor skills through specialized movement patterns and rhythmic activities.
Exploring how body control and center of gravity influence athletic performance and stability.
Developing coordination through choreographed movement and rhythmic patterns.
Understanding how to navigate open and closed spaces during physical activity.
The Science of Personal Fitness
An introduction to the components of fitness and how to design a personal health plan.
Identifying and measuring cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, endurance, flexibility, and body composition.
Monitoring heart rate and understanding the benefits of aerobic exercise.
Learning to create SMART goals for physical improvement and habit formation.
Invasion Games and Team Tactics
Developing offensive and defensive strategies within team sports and cooperative play.
Learning how to create scoring opportunities through passing, cutting, and communication.
Mastering man to man and zone defense concepts to prevent scoring.
Examining the role of fair play, respect, and integrity in competitive environments.
Nutrition and Fueling the Body
Analyzing dietary choices, nutrients, and the impact of marketing on food selection.
Understanding the roles of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals.
Decoding nutrition facts panels to make informed purchasing decisions.
Analyzing how advertising and social media shape our food preferences.
Mental and Emotional Well-being
Exploring stress management, self regulation, and building healthy relationships.
Identifying personal stressors and practicing coping mechanisms like mindfulness.
Defining the characteristics of positive friendships and effective communication.
Understanding different perspectives and fostering an inclusive environment.
Safety and Risk Prevention
Promoting personal safety through injury prevention and substance use awareness.
Learning proper warm up, cool down, and equipment use to stay safe.
Examining the effects of tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs on the adolescent brain.
Navigating the impact of screen time and online interactions on health.