Abington Heights Middle School
Physical Education
Pass / Fail Grading
Ø Grading criteria in Physical Education is not the same as the classroom setting where assignments and test scores are objective evaluative methods.
Ø The quality of a student’s active participation and effort are basic to the process of evaluation in Physical Education.
Ø The main purpose of grading in Physical Education is to evaluate a student’s level of participation. The evaluative process, therefore, should be on participation and effort rather than skill level.
Ø We believe that all students can learn, however, not all possess the same performance capabilities. Therefore, we use a grading procedure which reflects this and awards students for their participation and effort.
Ø A change from the traditional letter grade to a process of pass or fail in Physical Education reduces the sensitivity of self image and peer analysis.
Ø We want our students to know that the control of their lifestyle is their responsibility and that active participation in Physical Education will better prepare them for a healthier life.
Grading Procedure
Each session will begin with each student receiving a point value of 100.
Possible Deductions
5 points Unprepared ( Does not change for class).
5 points Non participation (Changes for class but does not get involved during class).
5 points Disciplinary (Failure to follow directions and/or unsafe behavior resulting in removal from class
( P ) A student point total of 75 points or greater will be awarded a passing grade.
( F ) A student point total of 70 points or less will be awarded a failing grade.
(NG) A student is significantly not available for participation. Administrative determination.