Mr. O'Brien's PE Class Syllabus
Physical education gives each student the opportunity to learn the value of
healthy activities and habits. In addition, it gives each student an
opportunity to learn about the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle
through the teaching of various life skills within the curriculum.
In addition to the multiple team and individual sports my class will be
expected to complete this year, students will be required to complete 4
Physical Education Projects. Some of the projects will be completed in
groups, and others individually. My goal for the P.E. Projects is to
hopefully show how important it is for everyone to see P.E. class as an
important part of their education.
Assessments may be graded or non-graded. Assessments in Physical Education
occur each time you have class. Assessments utilize our fitness technology
and computers. Assessments that are graded may be categorized and weighed.
Grading Scale
➢ Standard:
o 90% A
o 80% B
o 70% C
o 60% D
o 59% E
Categories:
1. Health Related Physical Fitness
2. Health Related Fitness Knowledge
3. Participation
4. Affective (Work Habits)
Category Details:
1. Health Related Physical Fitness
o Graded Components:
• Attempt and completion of fitness tests
• Reports
• Projects
o Non-Graded Components:
• Performance level on fitness tests
2. Health Related Fitness Knowledge
o Graded Components:
• Written tests
• Reports
• Projects
o Non-Graded Components:
• Discussions
• Polls
3. Participation
o Graded Components:
• Projects
• Presentations
• Activity participation
o Non-Graded Components:
• Observation
• Peer Evaluations
• Self Evaluation
4. Affective (Work Habits)
o This category reflects the student’s level of responsibility, positive
attitude, motivation, and behavior. This includes dressing in attire that is
appropriate for the selected activity and being prepared for each day’s
lesson. Hellison’s Social/Behavioral Rubric will be used.
Medical Excuse
Any student that is excused from participating in P.E. class due to a medical
excuse will be expected to complete a written assignment provided by their
teacher. If the assignment is not complete, the student will receive the
appropriate grade for his or her work.
At any time a student is concerned with his or her grades I am always
available to talk with them about it. I can be reached at (847) 856-4110 or
at mobrien@dist50.net.
