Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and
parents.
- Do I have to change today?
- What are we doing today?
- Why do we have to learn skills?
- Why do we have to take physical education?
- What is an unprepared?
- How do I make up an unprepared?
- How do I secure my belongings in the locker room?
Do I have to change today?
Students are always required to change on a daily basis unless the student posseses a medical excuse from the nurse or doctor's note.
What are we doing today?
Students will receive knowlege of the day's activity prior to beginning class or at the end of the previous class. The teacher will inform all
students at the same time so that there is no repetition and no confusion.
Why do we have to learn skills?
Skills are the building blocks required to progress through an activity. All students in physical education are taught skills to ensure proper
knowledge of each activity and to ensure the safety of each and every student.
Why do we have to take physical education?
The state of New Jersey requires that all students, grades K-12, participate in physical education. All students at the secondary level must
pass 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade P.E. in order to graduate from high school. Further, physical education provides each student with the
knowledge and skills necessary for lifelong physical activity, health, and wellness.
What is an unprepared?
An unprepared is a mark given to a student that has not changed for class. This means that the student does not have the proper sneakers
and/or clothing necessary to participate in P.E. This student is not allowed to participate in class for the day. Each unprepared is worth
5 points off of the students FINAL average. Only 2 unprepared marks can be made up at the end of each marking period.
How do I make up an unprepared?
Please refer to the Unprepared Make Up Information Link on this page.
How do I secure my belongings in the locker room?
Each student is provided a lock and locker at the beginning of the year. Students are responsible for securing their clothing and valuables at
the beginning and end of each period. Students are NOT to share lockers and should NOT give out their lock combination. Further, students
should make sure that their lock is locked at the end of the period. It is common for students to leave their lockers unlocked. If a student
loses a school issued lock, he/she will be fined and will be responsible for bringing in their own lock to use for the rest of the year.