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This policy update emphasizes fair grading practices, encourages diverse forms of student assessment, and prohibits zero grades for missing work. It also highlights the use of rubrics, time guidelines, and considerations for extracurricular activities. The next steps include generating a school homework plan, ensuring consistency across grades, and fostering effective communication.
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Homework Policy BP 6154 and AR 6154
Important changes • BP/AR 5121 • Grades shall be based primarily on the degree of student master of course content standards • Student learning is demonstrated by class work by class work, portfolios, labs, papers, oral and written performances, project and teacher observation. • Students can not receive a zero for missing work • Rubrics will be used for individuals grades in group work
Assignments beyond the timeline • Independent reading • Projects • Test preparation • Advanced courses including Advanced Placement and Honors • Band • Sports • Other extra Curricular activities, i.e., drama and cheerleading
Next Step • Generate a school homework plan to present for Back to School Night. • Make sure it is the same for the grade with collaboration developed with the Principal • Needs to include • Consistencies within courses and departments • The maximum percentage that no-academic factors can affect course grades • Course advancement prerequisites • Homework feedback and accountability • Communication with students, parents/guardians, and teachers
What about grading? Coming soon…