1. Hellison’s 5 Levels
Knowledge of accepting personal responsibility to maintain a physically and emotionally safe and non-threatening environment.

2. Purpose
To take responsibility for your own well being and for contributing to the well being of others.
The levels are adapted and based on Don Hellison’s Model of “Teaching Responsibility through Physical Activity”

3. Level One: Irresponsible/Egocentric
Blames others
Name calling
Disruptive
Interrupts
Rude
Makes excuses
Does not play by the rules   
Aggressive behavior
Doesn’t listen to teacher/classmates
Doesn’t participate

4. Level Two: Self Control/Respect
Does not call names
Controls temper
Does not disrupt class
Listens, but doesn’t actively participate
Really does not put forth any effort
Cruising in neutral, but not bothering anybody
Tuned out of activity or lesson

5. Level Three: Involvement/Participation
Listens and follows directions
Shows at least minimal respect
Stays on task only when teacher is watching
Willing to try and are involved in activities
Participates with reservation and apprehension

6. Level Four: Self Responsibility/Self Direction
Puts forth 100% effort for self
Shows respect
Makes good choices
Honest and fair
Admits mistakes and apologizes
Works on activities independent of teachers       
Works with other to settle argument quickly

7. Level Five: Caring Exhibits all of level four
Works with everyone in the class, willing
Compliments (when appropriate)
Encourages others
Takes care of equipment
Asks and provides assistance to teacher and other students
Concerned with the progress of others
Has team goal in mind

8. The Levels at a Glance
Level 1 Egocentric, lack of self-control, non-team player.
Level 2 Respecting the Rights & Feelings of Others Self-control and peaceful conflict solving.
Level 3 Effort and Cooperation: Getting along, being self– starter, trying new tasks.
Level 4 Self-Direction: Being on-task, setting and sticking to personal goals and resisting peer pressure.
Level 5 Helping Others and Leadership: Showing caring, sensitivity and concern for others in the class.
Level 6 -Taking Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility OUTSIDE PE: Integrating values into other areas of life—being role models.