AthLEAD Advantage Programs
Physical and Health Development Program (P.H.D)
The Physical and Health Development (P.H.D.) program will prepare every student for a lifelong commitment to physical activity, health, and well-being based on two premises. The quality and productivity of every individual’s life can be enhanced through participation in a comprehensive, inclusive, and sequential physical education program. Secondly, every student can learn when provided with high-quality standards-based instruction along with the appropriate instructional resources and sufficient time.
Overarching Goals of AthLEAD Advantage P.H.D.
As young adults these individuals are physically active and fit. They understand the benefits of regular physical activity and know how to plan and implement their own fitness-and-wellness programs.
They also enjoy the social interactions that arise out of their involvement in physical activity and take responsibility for their interactions with others. They will maintain an active and healthy lifestyle throughout their lives.
Decisions about how students achieve mastery of the model content standards are best left to collaboration between AthLEAD teachers and site administrators.
Overarching Standards for Kindergarten - Grade Eight
The five overarching model content standards for elementary and middle school students are as follows:
Overarching Standard 1: Students demonstrate the motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.
Overarching Standard 2: Students demonstrate knowledge of movement concepts, principles, and strategies that apply to the learning and performance of physical activities.
Overarching Standard 3: Students assess and maintain a level of physical fitness to improve health and performance.
Overarching Standard 4: Students demonstrate knowledge of physical fitness concepts, principles, and strategies to improve health and performance.
Overarching Standard 5: Students demonstrate and utilize knowledge of psychological and sociological concepts, principles, and strategies that apply.
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“ The AthLEAD Advantage staff were thoughtful in their lessons with our students and made sure that athleticism went hand in hand with community building, respect of others and healthy lifestyles. They met on a consistent basis with school administration to ensure students’ needs were met and to address any issues brought up by stakeholders. A truly collaborative partnership! ”