HEALTH EDUCATION GRADING POLICY

In order to receive a passing grade in Health Education class, students must atten and participate in 2/3 or more of the class periods in each marking period.  The numerical grade will be determined as follows:

60% of Grade

1. Handout management and participation.  First time in each marking period without lesson handout is excused; thereafter, there will be a 4 point deduction from the numerical grade each time the student attends class without handout package.

2. Attend regularly.  Cuts are counted as a double "0".  (8 point deduction)

3. Participation is always expected in handout work and activities.  During each activity the teaher will observe and evaluate whether or not the student:

A. Shows sustained effort.

B. Works to maximum ability level.

c. Demonstrates a good attitude.

40% of Grade

1. Testing - written, oral, and/or group dynamic work.

Grade Cut Offs

A  90-100%

B  80-89%

C  70-79%

D  60-69%

F  59% or less

A plus or minus indicates the upper or lower level of the letter grade, with the exception of A+, F+, or F-.

Extra credit may be earned and excused absences may be made up by making arrangements with the teacher.

The final semester grade will be a combination of the two activity grades within a semester.  To receive credit towards graduation, students must participate in at least 2/3 of the class periods within a semester and receive a passing grade.