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Grading Policy 2010-2011
Grades will be calculated based upon the percentage of total points earned. In a total points system, category titles such as “essay” and “test” are used for the purposes of record keeping and communication; there is no assigned value to each category. Each assessment will have a point value ranging anywhere from 5 points to 500 points—all of which are combined into the total.
à Homework: o WILL NOT be accepted late when student is present. o Will be assigned nearly every night, including weekends. o May consist of reading, writing assignments, grammar, vocabulary, studying for a quiz or test. à Essays and Creative Writing Pieces: o Will be assigned with an accompanying RUBRIC! o Will go through multiple drafts. o Will be self-assessed by the student using the rubric throughout the writing process. o Will be stored in the writing folder. à Tests and Exams: o Will conclude major units of study. o Will assess major unit objectives and solicit responses to essential questions. à Quizzes: o May be a SURPRISE—while most will be planned. o Are assessment tools and thus some will count (summative) and some will not (formative). o May be comprised of vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, literary terms, etc. à Participation: o Involves every facet of student performance. o Includes preparation for discussions and positive interaction with classmates. o Requires a willingness to share ideas and respond appropriately to multiple points of view. o Will be self-assessed periodically and negotiated between the student and teacher.
Make-up Work: Ã It is the student’s responsibility to see me and acquire the assignments he or she missed. Ã It is also the student’s responsibility to make up assignments in a timely manner. Ã If a student is absent one day, the homework assignment needs to be handed in within two days. Ã If a student has an unexcused absence on the day a major essay or project is due, the essay or project must still be turned in order to receive full credit. Ã If a student is absent for a longer period of time, we will arrange a schedule for the completion of the missed work. Ã If a student does not meet with me and assignments are missed as a result, the student will receive a zero for any missed assignments (including tests and quizzes). Ã Tests and quizzes need to be made up no later than a week from the student’s return.
Extra Help: Ã I will be available after school daily until 2:30 and later by appointment when necessary. Ã Students are expected to make an appointment with me in advance. |