Report cards are given each
quarter of the school year. The first and third quarter are considered
midterm or progress reports and are not final grades. Second and fourth
quarters mark the end of each semester and as such the grades that are
earned are final and part of each student’s permanent school record.
Grading Descriptions
Grades should be considered an indication of student accomplishment in
each subject matter. They do not necessarily reveal potential or
capability. The following are basic definitions of each grade:
Grade “A”
Indicates quality work, which is outstandingly superior to that of other
students. Those who receive the “A” grade should not only complete all
assignments, but also show enthusiasm in the subject area and exhibit
the ability to analyze and apply principles learned.
Grade “B”
Indicates high quality work and mastery of the subject. This grade
reflects above-average achievement and some ability to analyze and apply
principles. The “B” grade is considered a recommending grade for
colleges and universities.
Grade “C”
Indicates that the work of the class has been done in an acceptable
manner and that the student secured a satisfactory knowledge of the
material of the course. The student has not, however, gone beyond the
expected assignment but has done the minimum amount required.
Grade “D”
Indicates below average accomplishment and/or grasp of the subject
matter. A student who earns a “D” grade has done only the minimum
amount, has been somewhat negligent in turning in assignments, and/or
has not done well in examinations and quizzes.
Grade “F”
Indicates that the quality and/or quantity of work is so far below what
is expected of the class that it cannot be considered adequate for the
granting of credit.
Grading Scale
Grades are also related to points or percentiles achieved on tests,
quizzes, reports, homework, and other assignments. The following is the
grading system used for all subjects:
|
A+ |
100-99 |
C |
77-72 |
|
A |
98-92 |
C- |
71-70 |
|
A- |
91-90 |
D+ |
69-68 |
|
B+ |
89-88 |
D |
67-62 |
|
B |
87-82 |
D- |
61-60 |
|
B- |
81-80 |
F |
59-0 |
|
C+ |
79-78 |
INC |
Incomplete |
Grade
Point Average Information
The Middle School report card contains several types of information.
Academic grades reflect students’ achievement in each curricular area.
The grades range from A+ to F and each grade carries a weight as seen in
the chart below:
|
A+ |
4.3 |
C+ |
2.3 |
|
A |
4.0 |
C |
2.0 |
|
A- |
3.7 |
C- |
1.7 |
|
B+ |
3.3 |
D+ |
1.3 |
|
B |
3.0 |
D |
1.0 |
|
B- |
2.7 |
D- |
0.7 |
|
|
|
F |
0.0 |
The weights
of these letter grades are used as one factor in determining students’
grade point averages. The number of meeting times per cycle and thus the
amount of credit given the course must also be factored into the
equation. Most classes (core classes and exploratory classes) meet three
days one week and two days the other week and receive five credits per
semester. Thus, to determine GPA, the products of the weight of each
grade and the amount of credit for the course, are added together and
divided by the total number of credits for the semester. Grade point
averages are established and printed at the end of each semester,
January and June.
