State of New Jersey Department of Education

STANDARD 2.2 (INTEGRATED SKILLS) by Grade 6

Strands with Cumulative Progress Indicators

A. Communication

  1. Summarize health information from a variety of valid and reliable health resources.
  2. Present health information using a multimedia approach, adapting the wording and delivery method for the topic and audience.
  3. Demonstrate and evaluate the effective use of communication skills, including refusal, negotiation, and assertiveness.
  4. Describe and demonstrate active and reflective listening.
  5. Compare and contrast the economic and social purposes of health messages presented in the media.

B. Decision Making

  1. Demonstrate effective decision making in health and safety situations.
  2. Analyze the influence of family, peers, and the media on health decisions and investigate how conflicting interests may influence decisions and choices.
  3. Analyze significant health decisions and discuss how the outcome(s) might have been different if a different decision had been made.
  4. Explain how personal ethics influence decision making.

C. Planning and Goal Setting

  1. Use health data and information to formulate health goals.
  2. Develop strategies to support the achievement of short- and long-term health goals.

D. Character Development

  1. Describe actions and situations that show evidence of good character.
  2. Discuss the characteristics of a role model and how role models influence the personal goals and ethical standards of others.

E. Leadership, Advocacy, and Service

  1. Compare various forms of leadership and implement appropriate leadership strategies when serving in a leadership role.
  2. Evaluate personal and group contributions towards the achievement of a goal or task, analyze a group’s ability to improve its performance, and provide appropriate feedback.
  3. Develop and articulate a group’s goals and vision.
  4. Compare the use of cooperative and competitive strategies to achieve a group goal and recommend strategies to keep a group on target and free from conflict.
  5. Discuss how individuals can make a difference by helping others, investigate opportunities for volunteer service, and participate in activities through school or community-based health or service organizations.
  6. Formulate and express a position on health issues and educate peers about the health issue or cause.
  7. Discuss local and state laws that impact personal, family, and community wellness and formulate ways that individuals and groups can work together to improve wellness.

F. Health Services and Careers

  1. Categorize health and fitness services available in the school and community and demonstrate how to access them.
  2. Investigate health and fitness career opportunities.