Elementary

Kindergarten

• Physical Education 1.1 Demonstrate body and spatial awareness through safe movement.
• Physical Education 3.1 Demonstrate respect for self, others, and equipment.
• Physical Education  3.2 Demonstrate the ability to follow directions.

1^st Grade

• Physical Education  1.1 Demonstrate basic locomotor and nonlocomotor skills and rhythmic and cross-lateral movements.
• Physical Education  3.1 Work independently and with others to complete work.
• Physical Education  3.2 Follow the rules of an activity.
• Physical Education  4.1 Develop movement control for safe participation in games and sports.

2^nd Grade

• Physical Education  1.1 Demonstrate the elements of movement in combination with a variety of locomotor skills.
• Physical Education  1.2 Demonstrate control and balance in traveling and weight-bearing activities using a variety of body parts and implements.
• Physical Education  2.1 Recognize the importance of making the choice to participate in a wide variety of activities that involve locomotion, nonlocomotion, and manipulation of objects outside of physical education class.
• Physical Education  3.1 Demonstrate positive and helpful behavior and words toward other students.
• Physical Education  4.1 Apply rules, procedures, and safe practices to create a safe school environment with little or no reinforcement.

3^rd Grade

• Physical Education 1.1 Perform movements that engage the brain to facilitate learning.
• Physical Education  3.1 Demonstrate positive social behaviors during class.

4^th Grade

• Physical Education  1.1 Identify the major characteristics of mature lcomotor, nonlocomotor, manipulative, and rhythmic skills.
• Physical Education  1.2 Provide and receive feedback to and from peers using the major characteristics of mature locomotor and manipulative skills.
• Physical Education 2.3 Recognize the benefits derived from regular, moderate, and vigorous physical activity. 
• Physical Education  3.1 Identify and describe the benefits, risks, and safety factors associated with regular participation in physical activity.

5^th Grade

• Physical Education 3.2 Choose to participate cooperatively and productively in group and individual physical activities.

Middle School

6^th Grade

• Physical Education 1.2 Participate in activities that require problem-solving, cooperation, skill assessment, and teambuilding.
• Physical Education 2.1 Set personal goals for improving health-related fitness.
• Physical Education 2.3 Identify opportunities in school and in the community for regular participation in physical activity to enhance physical fitness.
• Physical Education 3.2 Work cooperatively and productively in a group.
• Physical Education 4.1 Demonstrate knowledge of safe practices in a physical activity setting.

7^th Grade

• Physical Education 1.1 Combine the critical elements of movement and skills concepts.
• Physical Education 2.1 Develop strategies to communicate ideas and feelings.
• Physical Education 3.1 Implement safety procedures in the utilization of space and equipment.

8^th Grade

• Physical Education 2.1 Identify the personal, physiological, and fitness benefits of participating in a variety of physical activities.

High School

• Physical Education 1.1 Participate at a competent level in a variety of lifelong physical activities.
• Physical Education 1.2 Understand the cognitive impact of movement.
• Physical Education 1.3 Apply rules, principles, problem-solving skills, and concepts to traditional and nontraditional movement settings.
• Physical Education 2.2 Identify community resources to maintain lifelong physical activity.
• Physical Education 2.3 Participate regularly in health-enhancing and personally rewarding physical activity outside of physical education.
• Physical Education 3.2 Demonstrate collaboration, cooperation, and leadership skills.
• Physical Education 3.3 Demonstrate responsible behavior in group settings.
• Physical Education 4.1 Understand the risks and safety factors that may affect participation in physical activity.
• Physical Education 4.2 Demonstrate knowledge of safety and emergency response procedures.

Upon registering for your program, you will receive a confirmation with your program contract, other essential info, and student liability waivers. Students will not be able to participate in a rock climbing program without a waiver signed by a parent/guardian. 

As part of your child’s field trip, they will be rock climbing on a top rope in which the climber is attached to a rope that passes up through an anchor system and back down to a belayer. 

Indoor Rock Climbing:

Please ensure your child is prepared for the trip with the following:

• A signed liability waiver (attached) – Your child will not be able to participate in climbing without this.
• Closed-toed shoes and comfortable clothes for climbing            
• Packed lunch and/or snacks – Please help us protect our carpet and do not pack any drinks other than water.

Outdoor Rock Climbing: We will be outside for the entire program so it is crucial your child come prepared for the day. YEP will provide all necessary climbing and safety gear.

Please ensure your child is prepared for the trip with the following:

• A signed liability waiver (attached) – Your child will not be able to participate in climbing without this.
• Any pertinent medications your child is prescribed such as inhalers and EpiPens
• Sturdy, close-toed walking shoes (tennis or hiking shoes)
• Backpack that can hold your student’s personal gear
• A sack LUNCH & SNACKS—if applicable
• Two (2) full water bottles
• Sunscreen, Sunglasses, and/or Brimmed hat
• Raincoat (please dress appropriate for the weather)
• Warm layer(s)