Physical Education
Graduation requirement: 2 years, or the equivalent of six sports seasons
Most students fulfill their graduation requirement in grades 9 and 10. The credits can be earned through involvement in:
- the McLean School athletic program
- after-school physical education class
- independent study
Athletic Program
McLean School is a member of the Potomac Valley Athletic Conference (PVAC). The athletic program offers the following varsity teams for students in grades 9 through 12:
| Fall | Winter | Spring |
| boys soccer | girls basketball | girls softball |
| girls volleyball | boys basketball | boys lacrosse |
| co-ed cross country | co-ed wrestling | co-ed track and field |
| dance team |
Physical Education
Physical education classes meet after the academic day, three days a week. Each season offers weight training/conditioning in the school’s weight room. Part of the class may also be devoted to more traditional team sports such as indoor soccer, street hockey, basketball, or volleyball.
Independent Study
With the permission of the Athletic Director, a student may propose a contract for an out-of-school activity, not offered by McLean, in which the student already has an interest. Independent study involves a supervised activity for a minimum of 3 hours a week.