1. A high quality physical education program of study leads to the development of knowledge and skills necessary to lead a physically active lifestyle. The Rhode Island Physical Education Framework: Supporting Physically Active Lifestyles through Quality Physical Education outlines the six Standard for physical education and the concepts and skills expected of all students at grade spans K-1, 2-3, 4-5, 6-8, and 9-12.

Rhode Island Physical Education Standard

Vision: As a result of daily, high quality physical education instruction from K-12, all students will have the knowledge and skills to lead a physically active lifestyle.

A physically educated person:

1. Demonstrates competency in many movement forms and proficiency in a few movement forms.

2. Applies movement concepts and principles to the learning and development of motor skills.

3. Understands the implications of and the benefits derived from involvement in physical activity.

4. Applies physical activity-related skills and concepts to maintain a physically active lifestyle and a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.

5. Demonstrates responsible personal and social behavior in physical activity settings.

6. Understands that internal and external environments influence physical activity.

It is the responsibility of each RI school district to develop a K-12 comprehensive and sequential PE curriculum that gives students opportunities to reach the Standard. Whether a teacher selects a sport, game or other activity, the ultimate goal of the task is to help the student learn the concept/skill, allow for sufficient opportunity for the student to practice the task, and give the student the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge/skill. A quality PE program will work across activities/units to address all Standard, and select those that will be formally assessed. Additionally, a cohesive, Standard-based PE program will ensure that students demonstrate growth and progress over time. A glossary of terms to assist you is in the appendix.