Pepper Pong
Standards-Based Assessment Rubric
4-point scale aligned to SHAPE America standards. Use as-is or adapt for your district.
| Criteria | 1 — Emerging | 2 — Developing | 3 — Proficient | 4 — Advanced | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motor Skills (S1) | Inconsistent contact; drops frequently | Makes contact most of the time; rallies 3-5 hits | Sustains rallies 10+; uses forehand and backhand | Varies speed/spin; uses placement strategically | |
| Movement Concepts (S2) | Chooses ball speed randomly | Selects appropriate ball speed for skill level | Adjusts strategy based on opponent; understands placement | Reads opponent patterns; applies spin and deception | |
| Social Skills (S3) | Needs reminders about sportsmanship | Follows rules; shows basic courtesy | Communicates with doubles partner; encourages opponents | Leads warm-ups; coaches peers; resolves disputes | |
| Personal Development (S4) | Participates when directed | Sets basic goals (beat personal rally record) | Self-selects challenge level; practices independently | Invents games; mentors others; plays voluntarily outside class |
Additional Assessment Methods
Rally Count Tracking
Students log personal best rally counts across sessions to show growth over time.
Skill Progression Cards
Students check off completed challenges — self-assessment plus teacher verification.
Peer Evaluation
Doubles partners rate each other on communication and teamwork.
Exit Tickets
Quick 3-question reflection: What did I improve? What is my next goal? What standard did we work on?
Overall Assessment