There are five National Physical Education standards set by SHAPE America, a Society of Health and Physical Educators.

These National Standards & Grade-Level Outcomes for K-12 Physical Education help define what a student should know and be able to do as a result of a highly effective Physical Education program.

The Marathon Kids program naturally integrates into the standards and grade-level outcomes. To print a pdf copy click here.

SHAPE: Society of Health and Physical Educators	Marathon Kids
Standard 1: The physically literate individual demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.	Participants will: Perform and practice a variety of motor skills and movement patterns depending on activities selected for warm-ups, running games, running/walking laps, and cool-down activities.
Standard 2: The physically literate individual applies knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies, and tactics related to movement and performance.	Two of the six evidence-based pillars of the program are Goal Setting and Tracking. Participants will: Evaluate their performance and reflect on their contribution to the club. Review and assess their own data as it relates to reaching their own goals and also helping their class, grade and club reach their cumulative goals. Enjoy self-paced movement. Learn vocabulary and strategies to improve endurance and overall health.
Standard 3: The physically literate individual demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.	The program is designed to teach kids that being physically active is a fun, social activity that only requires a pair of shoes. Participants will: Experience a motivating and encouraging environment. Feel a part of a team, their individual effort contributes to the overall goal. Learn that consistency is key to staying physically active. Develop a growth mindset through intrinsic motivation, achieving goals, and feeling an improvement in their endurance.
Standard 4: The physically literate individual exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.	Three of the six evidence-based pillars of the program are Modeling the Way, Social Support, and Celebrating. Participants will: Observe adults who model healthy behaviors and respect for all participants. Learn from observing others through the social environment, real-life situations, and watching their peers be successful. Observe others’ work ethic, determination, and social interaction while getting to celebrate others’ achievements and feel a part of a team.
Standard 5: The physically literate individual recognizes the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and/or social interaction.	Participants will: Have fun participating and feel included Experience a motivating group that encourages staying active. Get to socialize while being physically active

*SHAPE America. (2013). National Standards for K-12 Physical Education. Reston, VA: Author. These are currently being updated.

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