Grading Policy

Grading Policy 2014-2015

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Writing, reading and oral language will be graded on a point scale using a rubric.  Most assignments are worth 100 points but some final projects will be worth more depending on the assignment, standards of learning, level of difficulty and the students’ ability.  Effort is always recognized.

Students must complete all assignments and receive a grade for each.   Grades are based on differentiated instruction meaning that all students are expected to reach high standards and a variety of instructional practices are in place to assure this outcome.  Not all instruction is necessary for all students.  Grades are sometimes given for completion of practice work. 

Grades are updated weekly and can be checked by parents and students as often as necessary. A grading period length is every 9 weeks with a midterm at 4 ½ weeks. 

(Note: These % are rough equivalents and may change from grading period to grading period depending on curriculum, instruction and the students’ mastery.)

                                     

Tests & Quizzes                                               20%    

Reading and Writing projects                        40%

Classwork/Participation                     30%

Homework                                         10%