The performance levels in this document describe how well a student in New Brunswick's High School Foundation Program must do to achieve a certain level (needs improvement, acceptable, proficient, superior). The performance levels apply at the point when the student writes off or challenges an outcome or elaboration. They serve as standards that will help teachers assess and evaluate student work and assist students and parents by clearly describing the requirements of the various levels on the continuum of achievement. The performance level descriptions are presented by academic subject: language arts (English, French, social studies); fine arts (visual arts, music); mathematics, science, and technology; and life role development (physical education, career and life management).