Physical Education TEKS Summary for
Commissioner Nelson
Physical Education. Chapter 116
The purpose of Physical Education is for
students to acquire the knowledge and skills for movement that provide the
foundation for enjoyment, continued social development through physical
activity, and access to a physical active life-style.
Kindergarten:
The focus for Kindergarten students is on learning basic body
control while moving in a variety of settings. Students become aware of
strength, endurance and flexibility in different parts of their bodies and begin
to learn ways to increase health-related fitness.
Grade 1
First grade students continue to develop basic body control,
fundamental movement skill, and health-related fitness components such as
strength, endurance, and flexibility. Students can state key performance cues
for basic movement patterns such as throwing and catching. Students continue to
learn rules and procedures for simple games and apply safety practices
associated with physical activities.
Grade2
Students learn to demonstrate key elements of fundamental
movement skills and mature form in locomotive skills. Students learn to describe
the function of the heart, lungs, and bones as they relate to movement. Students
are introduced to basic concepts of health promotion such as the relationship
between a physical active life-style and the health of the heart. Students learn
to work in a group and demonstrate the basic elements of socially responsible
conflict resolution.
TEKS FOR HEALTH EDUCATION
In health education, students acquire the
health information and skills necessary to become healthy adults and learn about
behaviors in which they should and should not participate. To achieve that goal,
students should first seek guidance in the area of health from their parents;
personal behaviors can increase or reduce health risks throughout the life span;
health is influenced by a variety of factors; students can recognize and utilize
health information and products; and personal/interpersonal skills are needed to
promote individual, family and community health.
Kindergarten:
Students are taught basic
factors that contribute to health literacy. Students learn about their bodies
and the behaviors necessary to protect them and keep them healthy. Students also
understand how to seek help from parents and other trusted adults.
Grade 1
Students learn more about their bodies and how care for
themselves. Students also begin to learn that relationships exist between
behaviors and health, and that there are community helpers such as nurses and
doctors who help them stay healthy. Students also learn skills to help them make
friends, resolve conflicts, and solve problems.
Grade 2
Students learn age-appropriate skills to help them stay
healthy and safe. Students are taught, in a basic way, that there are external
factors that influence our health, and that the students can take
responsibility for protecting their health. Students are taught ways to
communicate in a healthy way with friends, families, and classmates.
* For further details click on TEA website
below.
http://www.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/chapter116/index.html
