10^th Physical Education Policies and Grading Procedures

A.   Attire

• Each student is required to have a change of clothing.  The clothing must meet the school dress code.  The following are some suggestions:

            T-shirt             Sweats             Shorts              Sneakers

• The following are not permitted in class for safety and security reasons:

            Hats                 Jewelry             Food/Drink/Gum

B.  Grading

• 25% is skill evaluation and written tests on rules and strategies
• 75% is class participation

C.  Class Participation

• Proper class participation includes the following:
  • Attendance
  • Dressing appropriately
  • Reporting to squad on time
  • Actively participating in each activity including warm-up
  • Participating in at least 60% of the class periods during a marking period

D.  Non- Appropriate Behavior

• A student will lose participation points for the following behavior during class:
  • Inappropriate attire
    
  • Abusive language
  • Unsportsmanlike conduct
  • Dangerous behavior
  • Abuse of equipment
  • Lack of respect for peers and teachers
  • Leaving the gym or class unexcused

E.  Deduction of Points

• A student will lose five (5) participation points from their grade if they are not prepared for PE class, display inappropriate conduct, and/or have unexcused absences during the marking period. 

F.  Miscellaneous

***If unable to participate for a week or more a doctor’s note is required***

***Must have a parent’s note to be excused because of illness***

***Make sure all your valuables are locked up in the locker room during class***