Evaluate risk and safety factors that may affect physical activity preferences. Demonstrate appropriate etiquette, ways of interacting, care of equipment, and safety in the setting of an activity. Accommodate for the differences in skill and performance levels of participants by adapting their behavior and performance to encourage others individual success. Conduct, effort, skill level and knowledge of the activity are evaluated through teacher observation and quizzes. The school issues locks and lockers.
Students provide activity clothing.
All students in grades 6 and 7 partake in the same activities. Eighth grade students are given limited choice in the activities offered. Classes are divided into two groups, and each of the two instructors eventually will teach each student. A high percentage of participation is required to pass, so class make up time is available upon arrangement. Year long, with one quarter presently used for Health Education in grades 7 and 8.