Midland Park Public Schools Physical Education Grade 9

Midland Park Public Schools

Physical Education

Grade 9

Prepared by:

Maureen Fister Donatien

Superintendent of Schools:

Marie C. Cirasella, Ed.D.

Approved by the Midland Park Board of Education on

January 7, 2020

Born on Date September 2014

Revised Date November 2019

Grade 9

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Course Description:

The goal of physical education is to develop healthy, responsible students who have the knowledge,

skills, and dispositions to work together in groups, think critically, and participate in a variety of activities

that lead to a lifelong healthy lifestyle. The freshman Physical Education program focuses on the

development of healthy attitudes and behaviors as well as a variety of physical activities that enhance

fitness for all students. We believe in the development of the concepts of wellness, cooperation, and

teamwork in order to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to promote lifelong health

and wellness.

Suggested Course Sequence:

Unit Topic Duration

1 Fitness 4 Weeks

2 Games and Team Sports 10 Weeks

3 Individual / Dual / Lifetime Sports

6 Weeks

Pre-requisite: 8th Grade Physical Education

9th Grade Physical Education

Unit #1 - Overview

Content Area: Physical Education

Unit Title: Unit 1 – Fitness

Grade Level: 9

Unit Summary: Fitness education is a major component of the physical education program, focusing on helping students

acquire knowledge and higher-order understanding of health-related physical fitness, as well as habits of physical activity

and other healthy lifestyles that lead to good health-related physical fitness, health and wellness.

21st Century Themes and Skills:

9.2.12.C.3 Identify transferable career skills and design alternate career plans.

Interdisciplinary Connection:

NJSLSA.R1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences and relevant

connections from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text.

NJSLSA.R7. Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse media and formats, including visually and quantitatively,

as well as in words.

New Jersey Social and Emotional Learning Competencies

Self-Awareness

● Recognize one’s feelings and thoughts

● Recognize the impact of one’s feelings and thoughts on one’s own behavior

● Recognize one’s personal traits, strengths, and limitations

● Recognize the importance of self-confidence in handling daily tasks and challenges

Self-Management

● Understand and practice strategies for managing one’s own emotions, thoughts, and behaviors

● Recognize the skills needed to establish and achieve personal and

educational goals

● Identify and apply ways to persevere or overcome barriers through alternative methods to achieve one’s goals

Social Awareness

● Recognize and identify the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of others

● Demonstrate an awareness of the differences among individuals, groups, and others’ cultural backgrounds

● Demonstrate an understanding of the need for mutual respect when viewpoints differ

● Demonstrate an awareness of the expectations for social interactions in a variety of settings

Responsible Decision-Making

● Develop, implement, and model effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills

● Identify the consequences associated with one’s actions in order to make constructive choices

● Evaluate personal, ethical, safety, and civic impact of decisions

Relationship Skills

● Establish and maintain healthy relationships

● Utilize positive communication and social skills to interact effectively with others

● Identify ways to resist inappropriate social pressure

● Demonstrate the ability to prevent and resolve interpersonal conflicts in constructive ways

● Identify who, when, where, or how to seek help for oneself or others when needed

Unit # - Standards

Standards (Content and Technology):

CPI#: Statement:

NJSLS Standards

2.5.12.A.1 Explain and demonstrate ways to apply movement skills from one game, sport, dance, or

recreational activity to another (e.g., striking skills from/to tennis, badminton, ping pong,

racquetball).

2.5.12.A.2 Analyze application of force and motion (weight transfer, power, speed, agility, range of motion)

and modify movement to impact performance.

2.5.12.A.4 Critique a movement skill/performance and discuss how each part can be made more interesting,

creative, efficient, and effective.

2.5.12.B.1 Demonstrate and assess tactical understanding by using appropriate and effective offensive,

defensive, and cooperative strategies. Apply a variety of mental strategies to improve

performance.

2.5.12.B.3 Analyze factors that influence intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and employ techniques to

enhance individual and team effectiveness.

2.5.12.C.1 Analyze the role, responsibilities, and preparation of players, officials, trainers, and other

participants and recommend strategies to improve their performance and behavior. Develop rule

changes to existing games, sports, and activities that enhance safety and enjoyment.

2.5.12.C.2 Develop rule changes to existing games, sports, and activities that enhance safety and enjoyment.

Career Ready Practices

CRP1 Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and employee.

CRP2. Apply appropriate academic and technical skills.

CRP3 Attend to personal health and financial well-being.

CRP4. Communicate clearly and effectively and with reason.

CRP5. Consider the environmental, social and economic impacts of decisions.

CRP6. Demonstrate creativity and innovation.

CRP8. Utilize critical thinking to make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.

CRP9 Model integrity, ethical leadership and effective management.

CRP11. Use technology to enhance productivity.

Educational Technology Standards

8.1.12.A.3 Collaborate in online courses, learning communities, social networks or virtual worlds to discuss

a resolution to a problem or issue

Unit Essential Question(s):

● How would a proper workout program contribute to a

healthy lifestyle?

● How total health is measured using the 5 components of

fitness?

Unit Enduring Understandings:

● An appropriately designed workout

program prepares the body for safe and

effective activity

● How does the F.I.T.T. principle affect a long-term fitness

plan?

● The FITT principle are specific components

of a workout program designed to monitor

an effective and progressive workout.

Unit Learning Targets/Objectives:

Students will…

● Students will explain the benefits of exercise to their physical, mental, and social health.

● Students will identify basic principles of exercise.

● Students will discuss the importance of setting realistic fitness goals.

● Students will practice and create realistic fitness program.

● Students will demonstrate and distinguish the difference between anaerobic and aerobic exercises

● Explain and use assessment techniques to identify fitness strengths and weaknesses.

● Describe and apply the FITT principle to improve personal fitness

● Explain the modifications one would make to a fitness plan based upon age, genetics, gender, or injury.

● Demonstrate how to apply all appropriate safety procedures; identify risks

Evidence of Learning

Formative Assessments:

● Teacher observation

● In Class Discussion

● Written Quiz : Fitness (Multiple Choice)

● 2 Rose & a Thorn : Strength and Cardio Training

● One Word Summary: Fitness Testing

Summative/Benchmark Assessment(s):

● Final Fitness Grade : According to MPHS Physical Education Department Grading Rubric

Alternative Assessments:

● Personal Fitness Plan

Resources/Materials :

https://www.shapeamerica.org/upload/Instructional-Framework-for-Fitness-Education-in-Physical-Education.pdf

https://www.parkhill.k12.mo.us/UserFiles/Servers/Server_62416/File/Academic%20Services/Board%20Ap

proved%20Cu

https://stretchcoach.com/articles/fitt-principle/

https://www.shape.com/fitness/tips/how-guarantee-your-workout-always-working

https://www.livestrong.com/article/421773-four-phases-of-exercise/

Modifications:

Special Education Student/504

● Allow errors

● Rephrase questions, directions, and explanations

● Allow extended time to answer questions

● Provide one-on-one assistance

At-Risk Students

● Provide extended time to complete tasks

● Consult with Guidance Counselors and follow

I&RS procedures/action plans

https://www.shapeamerica.org/upload/Instructional-Framework-for-Fitness-Education-in-Physical-Education.pdf

https://www.parkhill.k12.mo.us/UserFiles/Servers/Server_62416/File/Academic%20Services/Board%20Approved%20Cu

https://www.parkhill.k12.mo.us/UserFiles/Servers/Server_62416/File/Academic%20Services/Board%20Approved%20Cu

https://stretchcoach.com/articles/fitt-principle/

https://www.shape.com/fitness/tips/how-guarantee-your-workout-always-working

https://www.livestrong.com/article/421773-four-phases-of-exercise/

● Accept participation at any level

● Consult with Case Managers and follow IEP

accommodations/modifications

English Language Learners

● Assign a buddy, same language or English speaking

● Allow errors in speaking



● Give instructions/directions in writing and orally, as

needed

● Use of translation dictionaries to locate words in native

language

● Modified assessments/assignments, as needed

● Allow spelling errors

● Consult with classroom teacher(s) for specific

behavior interventions

● Provide rewards as necessary

Gifted and Talented Students

● Provide extension activities

● Build on students’ intrinsic motivations

● Consult with parents to accommodate

students’ interests in completing tasks at

their level of engagement

Suggested Pacing Guide

Lesson

Name/Topic

Lesson Objective(s) Time frame (day(s) to complete)

Fitness Testing

Assess personal level of fitness 2 days

Phase of

Exercise

Demonstrate a variety of warm ups,

workout, and cool down options and

explain how they can reduce injury

1 day

Components of

Fitness

Discuss the five components of fitness

(cardiovascular, muscle endurance,

muscle strength, flexibility, body

composition) and participate in

components of fitness on a daily basis

through specific fitness exercises and/ or

sports and games.

1 Day

FITT

Describe the F.I.T.T. principle and explain

how these aspects relate to the progression

of physical activity. (frequency, intensity,

time, type)

1 Day

Safety issues with

fitness

Select proper equipment and apply all

appropriate safety procedures; identify

risks

1 Day

Endurance Games

Analyze characteristics of sport and

physical activities that are personally

enjoyable, challenging and fulfilling;

differentiate between intrinsic and

extrinsic reasons for participating.

7 Days

Strength and

Cardiovascular

Training

Understand fitness concepts and skills and

integrate them into everyday routine

supporting wellness

10 Days

Teacher Notes:

Additional Resources:

UDL Guidelines: Presentation

Methods

UDL Guidelines: Action and

Expression Methods

UDL Guidelines: Engagement

Methods

● Present information through

multiple media

● Provide background knowledge

● Offer alternatives for visual

information

● Offer alternatives for auditory

information

● Clarify vocabulary

● Optimize access to tools and

technologies

● Use multiple media for communication

● Guide appropriate goal-setting

● Support planning and strategy

development

● Vary the methods for response

● Optimize individual choice and

autonomy

● Minimize threats and distractions

● Foster collaboration and community

● Increase feedback

● Develop self-assessment and reflection


Unit # 2- Overview


Unit Title: Unit 2 : Games and Sports

Grade Level: 9

Unit Summary: The development of skills, an understanding of the strategies, and the tactics and techniques employed in

various activities, allows a student to become more competent in that sport, or hopefully become an educated spectator.

Students will participate in a combination of team sports and cooperative games. Students will be empowered to make

wise choices, meet challenges, and develop positive behaviors in team activities, cooperative games, fitness, and

movement activity for a lifetime.









Self-Awareness





Self-Management



educational goals


Social Awareness









Relationship Skills






Unit # - Standards


CPI#: Statement:

NJSLS Standards



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performance.





















● How can games and sports help develop a healthy

lifestyle? ● Why are skills and game knowledge important to

participate in physical

activities/sports?

● What are the characteristics of good sportsmanship?

● What role does cooperation, effort and teamwork play in physical activities/sports?

Unit Enduring Understandings: ● Physical and cognitive skills are

necessary to successfully participate

in a variety of physical activities

● Efficient movement improves performance.

● Rules and etiquette in physical activities/ sports can make the experience both enjoyable and successful

● Cooperation, sportsmanship, and preparation are necessary for successful

performance of movement.


Students will…

● Demonstrate and apply movement patterns from one game, sport, dance, or recreational activity to another

● Explain and apply game rules, safety, and scorekeeping during game play

● Determine whether a particular activity would be compatible with your personal fitness ● Knowing and understanding concepts of movement will improve performance in a specific skill and provide the

foundation for transfer of skills in a variety of sports and activities. ● Implementing effective offensive, defensive, and cooperative strategies is necessary for all players to be

successful in game situations ● In order for all participants and spectators to experience the maximum benefit form games and sports, everyone

must demonstrate a knowledge and commitment to sportsmanship, rules and safety guidelines.



● Teacher observation - skill and modified game play

● Class Discussion

● Written Quiz : Multiple Choice Team Sports

● Rate on a Scale : Skill and strategies

● Modified Game Play


● Final Activity Grade : According to MPHS Physical Education Department Grading Rubric


● Self-Assessment : Skill Development

●


https://www.strength-and-power-for-volleyball.com/basic-volleyball-skills.html

http://www.wovc.org/TI/Skills/vbprog.pdf

https://msu.edu/~bakers12/Softball%20Unit%20Plan.html

https://www.thepespecialist.com/teaching-basketball-ball-handling-dribbling/

https://www.charlaphysed.com/speedball.html

https://www.soccerxpert.com/soccer-drills.aspx

http://www.hohokus.org/hohokus/Teacher%20Web%20Pages/Physical%20Education%20Department/Te

am%20Handball%20Unit/

Modifications:


● Allow errors







At-Risk Students







https://www.strength-and-power-for-volleyball.com/basic-volleyball-skills.html

http://www.wovc.org/TI/Skills/vbprog.pdf

https://msu.edu/~bakers12/Softball%20Unit%20Plan.html

https://www.thepespecialist.com/teaching-basketball-ball-handling-dribbling/

https://www.charlaphysed.com/speedball.html

https://www.soccerxpert.com/soccer-drills.aspx

http://www.hohokus.org/hohokus/Teacher%20Web%20Pages/Physical%20Education%20Department/Team%20Handball%20Unit/

http://www.hohokus.org/hohokus/Teacher%20Web%20Pages/Physical%20Education%20Department/Team%20Handball%20Unit/







needed


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Lesson

Name/Topic


Flag Football ● Improve their level of fitness

● Demonstrate basic skills of flag

football

● Apply the rules of flag football in

modified game play

2 weeks

Softball ● Improve their level of fitness

● Demonstrate basic skills of

softball

● Apply the rules of softball in

modified game play

2 weeks

Soccer ● Improve their level of fitness

● Demonstrate basic skills of soccer

● Apply the rules of soccer in

modified game play

2 weeks

Ultimate Frisbee ● Improve their level of fitness


ultimate frisbee

● Apply the rules of ultimate frisbee

in modified game play

2 weeks

Volleyball ● Improve their level of fitness


volleyball

● Apply the rules of volleyball in

modified game play

2 weeks

Team

Handball

● Improve their level of fitness

● Demonstrate basic skills of team

handball

● Apply the rules of team handball

in modified game play

2 weeks

Basketball ● Improve their level of fitness


basketball

2 weeks

● Apply the rules of basketball in

modified game play

Group Games ● Improve their level of fitness

● Apply the rules of in modified

game play

2 weeks

Floor Hockey ● Improve their level of fitness


hockey

● Apply the rules of hockey in

modified game play

2 weeks

Speedball ● Improve their level of fitness


speedball

● Apply the rules of speedball in

modified game play

2 weeks


Methods


Expression Methods


Methods


multiple media



information


information



technologies




development



autonomy






Unit # - Overview


Unit Title: Unit 3 : Individual / Dual / Lifetime Sports

Grade Level: 9

Unit Summary: In this unit, students are taught basic skills and have the opportunity to enhance their knowledge about

sport, exercise, and other forms of physical activity. The emphasis of this unit is to develop immediate and life-long

benefits and enjoyment of regular physical activity. This unit focuses on skill instruction, knowledge of rules and

etiquette, and strategy for effective play in lifetime and individual activities. The curriculum provides diverse offerings to

meet the individual needs of all students and to develop competency in a variety of activities.









Self-Awareness





Self-Management



educational goals


Social Awareness









Relationship Skills






Unit # - Standards


CPI#: Statement:

NJSLS Standards



racquetball).







performance.





















● Why are skills and game knowledge important to

participate in physical activities/sports?

● What activities fit my personal preferences for movement

and how can I incorporate them into a life-long fitness

plan?

● Why should I participate in individual

and lifetime activities??

Unit Enduring Understandings:

● Research shows that people who participate

in regular physical activity, are more likely to

do so because they feel comfortable and

competent in movement skills

● Discovering enjoyable, vigorous activities to

participate in outside of school increases the

likelihood of lifelong physical activity and

fitness.

● Participation in recreational activities requires

the ability to follow rules, cooperate with

others and apply simple strategy


Students will…

● Explain and apply game rules, safety, and scorekeeping during game play.

● Discuss/analyze the historical and cultural influences on activity.

● Identify and demonstrate all the fundamentals, proper techniques, and skills necessary for each activity

● Demonstrate skill competencies in lifetime activities

● Assess personal and team behaviors for evidence of effective teamwork, effort, and sportsmanship.

● Comprehend and demonstrate safety factors for each activity



● Teacher observation

● Class Discussion

● Written Quiz : Multiple Choice Unit Quiz

● Rate on a Scale

● Misconception Check : Skill

● Modified Game Play


● Final Activity Grade : According to MPHS Physical Education Department Grading Rubric


● Self-Assessment : Skill Scale


http://kurtmcconnell.weebly.com/uploads/1/5/4/8/1548848/golf_unit_plan.pdf

https://www.whscsatx.com/5-basic-badminton-skills-every-beginner-needs-to-learn/

https://allabouttennisforbegginers.wordpress.com/

Modifications:


● Allow errors





At-Risk Students






http://kurtmcconnell.weebly.com/uploads/1/5/4/8/1548848/golf_unit_plan.pdf

https://www.whscsatx.com/5-basic-badminton-skills-every-beginner-needs-to-learn/

https://allabouttennisforbegginers.wordpress.com/









needed


language











Lesson

Name/Topic


Badminton



badminton

● Apply the rules of badminton in

modified game play

2 Weeks

Pickleball



pickleball

● Apply the rules of pickleball in

modified game play

2 Weeks

Tennis


● Demonstrate basic skills of tennis

● Apply the rules of tennis in

modified game play

2 Weeks

Teacher Notes:

Additional Resources:


Methods


Expression Methods


Methods


multiple media



information


information



technologies




development



autonomy





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