Grading Policy 2016-17
Grading Policy 2016-17 Pride In Excellence
Granger ISD 2016-17 Grading Guidelines ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT: GRADING REGULATIONS GRADES 1.
All grades (taken) on assignments, tests, and/or projects shall be recorded in the TxGradebook electronic grade book. Parents can access student grades through TxConnect.
2.
Grades taken on assignments, tests, and/or projects shall be calculated and recorded to reflect students’ mastery of the curriculum/TEKS. Grades shall be calculated on assignments, tests, and/or projects in of the following method: a. Actual numerical grade earned FOR THE NINE WEEKS: 100 is the highest grade that can be recorded. The lowest passing grade is 70. The grading scale is: A = 90-100 B = 80-89 C = 75-79 D = 70-74 F = Failing (Below 70)
3.
Minimum Number of Grades: For each nine-week report card period, the minimum number of grades to be used in calculating the nine-week average for each core subject and/or course is as follows: a. Grades PK-2: A minimum of 9 grades per subject per nine weeks. b. Grades 3-5: A minimum of 9 grades per subject with three being major/test/project grades. c. Grades 6-12: A minimum of eighteen (18) grades per subject with three being major/test/project grades- with a minimum of two grades posted per week.
4.
Daily Work: The method of grading daily work will be left to the discretion of the teacher. Page 2
5.
Make-up work: Students will be given one (1) day for each day absent to complete and turn in make-up work without penalties or detention. Students shall be expected to make up assignments and tests after absences. Students shall begin “missing work/zero policy guidelines” (see #12) for any assignment or test not made up within the allotted time. Within this framework, the maximum time allowed shall be determined at the discretion of the teacher according to the individual circumstances.
6.
Make-up tests: Make-up tests should be administered and supervised by the teacher. It is recommended that make-up testing be done before or after school, or during the student’s lunch period. Teachers do have the discretion to allow students to complete a make-up test during class time; however, the student may miss important instruction when making up the test during class time. Students shall begin “missing work/zero policy guidelines” (see #12) for any tests not made up within the allotted time.
7.
Make-up work for truant students: Students shall begin “missing work/zero policy guidelines” (see #12) for any tests or assignments after a truancy. For purposes of this regulation, truancy is defined as being absent from school without the parent’s permission or absent from school without the principal’s permission.
8.
Unexcused Absences: For elementary campuses, the grade for make-up work after an unexcused absence will be calculated at the teacher’s discretion as in “missing work/zero policy guidelines” (see #12). Unexcused absences may include but are not limited to parent-planned trips, vacations, and non-school sponsored events/activities that occur during school days. Students who are counted present for the day are not penalized for leaving after attendance is taken. For secondary campuses, contact the campus principal regarding unexcused absences.
9.
Homework: Homework is for the purposes of repetition, enrichment, or reinforcement of topics covered in class. Assignments should be related to the TEKS objectives taught and be an extension of the lesson. The teacher is responsible for assigning effective, well-planned, homework assignments that aid the student in the mastery of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) resulting in the development of college and/or career readiness. Grades for homework are considered daily grades. Excessive homework is discouraged and teachers are not to overburden students with redundant tasks. The key to successful homework is quality not quantity. Homework will not be assigned as punishment.
10.
Late Assignments/Late Work: Late work is classified as work not turned in on time, but not due to an excused or unexcused absence. The guidelines for late work apply to students not turning work in on time. Late assignments/late work guidelines do not apply to make-up work/tests unless the make-up work is not turned in according to make-up work time allocations for excused absences.
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a. PK-K: No deductions for late work b. Grades 1-5: For late assignments that are not considered make-up work, the following guidelines apply: c. -a maximum 25 point deduction within the zero policy guidelines time frame d. Grades 6-12: For late assignments that are not considered make-up work, the following guidelines apply: e. -a maximum 25 point deduction within the zero policy guidelines time frame 11.
Dropping grades: Teachers may drop daily grades during the six weeks. This policy does not apply to test grades.
12.
Missing Work/Zero Policy Guidelines: Students should not receive a zero for work not turned in until the following procedures have been followed: 1. Student will be placed in teacher detention period and contact the parent with a phone conference and or written correspondence (email or note with parent reply) for any work not turned in. a. All teachers should have specific days of the week to hold 15 to 20 minute detentions before or after school. 2. If a student fails to attend the teacher detention: a. It is now a level two discipline issue b. A discipline referral will be written and the Principal or Assistant Principal will assign after school and /or Saturday school detention until the work is completed. 3. When work is completed late, a reasonable deduction will be made for the late work (a 25 point maximum) late work is a discipline issue not an academic issue. Grades should not be used to punish students but rather a reflection of the quality of work presented. 4. If a student still has not turned in late work within seven (7) days of the original discipline referral, a zero may be given to a student with the approval of the principal.
Remember, late work is a discipline issue not an academic one. Grades should not be used to punish students but rather a reflection of the quality of work presented. We want students to understand that they will do the work and it is easier to turn in work on time rather than go to all the detentions.
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CALCULATING NINE WEEK AND PROGRESS REPORT GRADE AVERAGES: PROGRESS REPORTS TO PARENTS Campuses will send written notice reports to parents of all students regarding the student’s progress in each subject area. The notice must provide for the signature of the student’s parent and be returned to the district. All students in grades 1 - 12 will receive a progress report every three weeks of each nine-week grading period. The progress report issued after the first six weeks of school will be used for UIL eligibility purposes. The progress reports must be signed by the parent/guardian and returned to the teacher. The notice must provide for the signature of the student’s parent and must be returned to the campus; however, these requirements do not apply to married students, emancipated minors, or an adult living apart from his parents. Parent includes a guardian, conservator, or other person having lawful control of a student. (TEC 28.002). By Senate Bill 858, parents of students whose progress is “consistently unsatisfactory” (failing or borderline failing - 75 or below) in foundation courses must be notified by teachers, in writing, at least once every three weeks. Progress reports may be used at any time to notify parents that a student’s grade has fallen to a level that places the student in jeopardy of failing. District personnel responsible for extra-curricular activities will utilize status reports for the purpose of student eligibility.
REPORT CARDS TO PARENTS Grades 1-12 will use TxEIS generated report cards and progress reports. For the 2016-2017 school year, report cards will be sent home with students on October 20th, January 5th, and March 23rd and. Final report cards will be issued on May 25th and sent via US mail if not picked up. However, a student may not receive their final report card if their record is not cleared. The district shall send out a report card to parents every grading period. The notice provides a place for the signature of the student’s parent. Teachers shall request a conference with parents any time the student is in jeopardy of failing a course.
Determining Averages: Page 5
1. In all grades, the report card will reflect the grade assigned by the classroom teacher. 2. No test and/or project shall make up more than 25 percent of the grading period grade. 3. Individual grades on assignments, progress reports, and report cards are reported as the actual grades earned.
For the report card and/or progress report average: PreK-Grade 2
In grades PK-2, in each nine-week, grades (including homework, class work, projects, and tests) are considered equally when the grade is computed.
Grades 3-5
In grades 3-5, the following percentages apply for report card/progress report grade calculation: 40% homework and class work 60% assessments/tests
Grades 6-8
In grades 6-8, no test and/or project should make up more than 25 percent of the grading period grade and the following percentages apply for report card grade calculation: 40% homework, daily, and class work 60% assessments/tests/ term papers/projects
Grades 9-12
All subjects, grades 6-8, will administer a semester test for both the fall and spring semester. The average of the two nine-week grading periods shall count 80 percent of the semester average, and the semester test shall count 20 percent.
In grades 9-12, no test and/or project should make up more than 25 percent of the grading period grade and the following percentage apply for report card grade calculation: 40% homework, daily, and class work 60% assessments/tests/ term papers/projects (major grades)
All subjects, grades 6-12, will administer a semester test for both the fall and spring semester. The average of the two nine-week grading periods shall count 80 percent of the semester average, and the semester test shall count 20 percent.
Courses with an End-of-Course Assessment will not be required to give a spring semester exam. Page 6
Final Exam Exemptions for Seniors During the spring semester of their senior year only, seniors may earn an exemption from the final exam of a course if they meet the following conditions:
an 85 or better semester average in the course: demonstrates satisfactory conduct in the course; and No more than 5 absences (either excused or unexcused) in the course for a year-long course and no more than 3 absences for 1 semester course.
Students who earn an exemption will receive the average of their two nine-week grades as their semester average. The exemption does not, however, excuse students from school attendance. Exempted seniors will be required to attend school activities on the day of their final examinations. Students with five absences already, who are absent again after exemptions are approved, are no longer exempt.
Note: Seniors who have been suspended for disciplinary reasons to In-School Suspension or Off-Campus Suspension at any time during the year lose their exemption status.
Grades 1-12 INCOMPLETES An “I” recorded on the six-week report card indicates an incomplete grade that must be cleared up within the appropriate specified time or will become a failing grade. 1. It is recommended that an incomplete should be cleared within 5 days. If an incomplete is not corrected within 3 weeks, it becomes a 0. It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements with the teacher to clear any grade of incomplete. For UIL purposes, an “I” has the same effect as an “F”. Therefore, a student who receives an “I” will become ineligible for play and/or performance. 2. A student receiving an incomplete for a grading period has 3 weeks to convert the incomplete to an earned grade. END OF COURSE (EOC) GRADING POLICY The Texas Education Agency will implement the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) testing program beginning with ninth grade students in the 20112012 school year. Students must show mastery of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills by passing five end-of-course (EOC) assessments (English I, English II Algebra I, Biology, U.S. History before they graduate. Additionally, in order to graduate, students must meet certain performance criteria. Page 7
Passing Requirements for End of Course Assessments High school graduation requirements under HB 5 require students in grades 9-12 to take each of the five EOC assessments for the courses (English I, English II, Algebra I, Biology, U.S. History) in which they are enrolled. Students not meeting the minimum passing score on any EOC test must retake the EOC assessment. Students may retake an EOC assessment for any reason at any scheduled test administration. Transfer Students Students transferring into Granger ISD must take and pass the EOC assessments for each course in which they are enrolled. Students Taking High School Courses while in Middle School Students who take high school credit courses while enrolled in middle school will be required to take the EOC assessments that correspond to those courses.
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Granger ISD 2016-17 Semester Exam Testing Schedule High School Thursday, Dec 15, 2016
Tuesday, Dec 13, 2016 8:00-8:50
2nd period review
8:00-9:44
1st period Exam
8:54-9:44
8th period review
9:48-10:38
7th period Review
9:48-10:38
3rd period review
10:42-12:26
7th period Exam
10:42-12:26
3rd period Exam
12:26-12:56
Lunch
12:26-12:56
Lunch
1:00-1:50
6th period Review
1:00-1:50
5th period review
1:54-3:38
6th period Exam
1:54-3:38
5th period Exam
Wednesday, Dec 14, 2016 8:00-9:44
2nd period Exam
9:48-10:38
4th period Review
10:42-12:26
4th period Exam
12:26-12:56
Lunch
1:00-1:50
1st period Review
1:54-3:38
8th period Exam
Granger ISD 2016-17 Semester Exam Testing Schedule Junior High
Thursday, Dec 15, 2016
Tuesday, Dec 13, 2016 8:00-8:50
2nd period Review
8:00-9:44
1st period Exam
8:54-9:44
8th period review
9:48-10:38
7th period Review
9:48-10:38
3rd period review
10:42-11:32
7th period Exam
10:42-11:32
5th period Review
11:36-12:06
Lunch
11:36-12:06
Lunch
12:06-12:56
7th period Exam (cont.)
12:06-1:50
3rd period Exam
1:00-1:50
6th period Review
1:54-3:38
5th period exam
1:54-3:38
6th period Exam
Wednesday, Dec 14, 2016 8:00-9:44
2nd period Exam
9:48-10:38
4th period Review
10:42-11:32
4th period Exam
11:36-12:06
Lunch
12:06-12:56
4th period Exam (cont.)
1:00-1:50
1st period Review
1:54-3:38
8th period Exam
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Granger ISD 2016-17 Grading Guidelines ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT: GRADING REGULATIONS GRADES 1.
All grades (taken) on assignments, tests, and/or projects shall be recorded in the TxGradebook electronic grade book. Parents can access student grades through TxConnect.
2.
Grades taken on assignments, tests, and/or projects shall be calculated and recorded to reflect students’ mastery of the curriculum/TEKS. Grades shall be calculated on assignments, tests, and/or projects in of the following method: a. Actual numerical grade earned FOR THE NINE WEEKS: 100 is the highest grade that can be recorded. The lowest passing grade is 70. The grading scale is: A = 90-100 B = 80-89 C = 75-79 D = 70-74 F = Failing (Below 70)
3.
Minimum Number of Grades: For each nine-week report card period, the minimum number of grades to be used in calculating the nine-week average for each core subject and/or course is as follows: a. Grades PK-2: A minimum of 9 grades per subject per nine weeks. b. Grades 3-5: A minimum of 9 grades per subject with three being major/test/project grades. c. Grades 6-12: A minimum of eighteen (18) grades per subject with three being major/test/project grades- with a minimum of two grades posted per week.
4.
Daily Work: The method of grading daily work will be left to the discretion of the teacher. Page 2
5.
Make-up work: Students will be given one (1) day for each day absent to complete and turn in make-up work without penalties or detention. Students shall be expected to make up assignments and tests after absences. Students shall begin “missing work/zero policy guidelines” (see #12) for any assignment or test not made up within the allotted time. Within this framework, the maximum time allowed shall be determined at the discretion of the teacher according to the individual circumstances.
6.
Make-up tests: Make-up tests should be administered and supervised by the teacher. It is recommended that make-up testing be done before or after school, or during the student’s lunch period. Teachers do have the discretion to allow students to complete a make-up test during class time; however, the student may miss important instruction when making up the test during class time. Students shall begin “missing work/zero policy guidelines” (see #12) for any tests not made up within the allotted time.
7.
Make-up work for truant students: Students shall begin “missing work/zero policy guidelines” (see #12) for any tests or assignments after a truancy. For purposes of this regulation, truancy is defined as being absent from school without the parent’s permission or absent from school without the principal’s permission.
8.
Unexcused Absences: For elementary campuses, the grade for make-up work after an unexcused absence will be calculated at the teacher’s discretion as in “missing work/zero policy guidelines” (see #12). Unexcused absences may include but are not limited to parent-planned trips, vacations, and non-school sponsored events/activities that occur during school days. Students who are counted present for the day are not penalized for leaving after attendance is taken. For secondary campuses, contact the campus principal regarding unexcused absences.
9.
Homework: Homework is for the purposes of repetition, enrichment, or reinforcement of topics covered in class. Assignments should be related to the TEKS objectives taught and be an extension of the lesson. The teacher is responsible for assigning effective, well-planned, homework assignments that aid the student in the mastery of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) resulting in the development of college and/or career readiness. Grades for homework are considered daily grades. Excessive homework is discouraged and teachers are not to overburden students with redundant tasks. The key to successful homework is quality not quantity. Homework will not be assigned as punishment.
10.
Late Assignments/Late Work: Late work is classified as work not turned in on time, but not due to an excused or unexcused absence. The guidelines for late work apply to students not turning work in on time. Late assignments/late work guidelines do not apply to make-up work/tests unless the make-up work is not turned in according to make-up work time allocations for excused absences.
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a. PK-K: No deductions for late work b. Grades 1-5: For late assignments that are not considered make-up work, the following guidelines apply: c. -a maximum 25 point deduction within the zero policy guidelines time frame d. Grades 6-12: For late assignments that are not considered make-up work, the following guidelines apply: e. -a maximum 25 point deduction within the zero policy guidelines time frame 11.
Dropping grades: Teachers may drop daily grades during the six weeks. This policy does not apply to test grades.
12.
Missing Work/Zero Policy Guidelines: Students should not receive a zero for work not turned in until the following procedures have been followed: 1. Student will be placed in teacher detention period and contact the parent with a phone conference and or written correspondence (email or note with parent reply) for any work not turned in. a. All teachers should have specific days of the week to hold 15 to 20 minute detentions before or after school. 2. If a student fails to attend the teacher detention: a. It is now a level two discipline issue b. A discipline referral will be written and the Principal or Assistant Principal will assign after school and /or Saturday school detention until the work is completed. 3. When work is completed late, a reasonable deduction will be made for the late work (a 25 point maximum) late work is a discipline issue not an academic issue. Grades should not be used to punish students but rather a reflection of the quality of work presented. 4. If a student still has not turned in late work within seven (7) days of the original discipline referral, a zero may be given to a student with the approval of the principal.
Remember, late work is a discipline issue not an academic one. Grades should not be used to punish students but rather a reflection of the quality of work presented. We want students to understand that they will do the work and it is easier to turn in work on time rather than go to all the detentions.
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CALCULATING NINE WEEK AND PROGRESS REPORT GRADE AVERAGES: PROGRESS REPORTS TO PARENTS Campuses will send written notice reports to parents of all students regarding the student’s progress in each subject area. The notice must provide for the signature of the student’s parent and be returned to the district. All students in grades 1 - 12 will receive a progress report every three weeks of each nine-week grading period. The progress report issued after the first six weeks of school will be used for UIL eligibility purposes. The progress reports must be signed by the parent/guardian and returned to the teacher. The notice must provide for the signature of the student’s parent and must be returned to the campus; however, these requirements do not apply to married students, emancipated minors, or an adult living apart from his parents. Parent includes a guardian, conservator, or other person having lawful control of a student. (TEC 28.002). By Senate Bill 858, parents of students whose progress is “consistently unsatisfactory” (failing or borderline failing - 75 or below) in foundation courses must be notified by teachers, in writing, at least once every three weeks. Progress reports may be used at any time to notify parents that a student’s grade has fallen to a level that places the student in jeopardy of failing. District personnel responsible for extra-curricular activities will utilize status reports for the purpose of student eligibility.
REPORT CARDS TO PARENTS Grades 1-12 will use TxEIS generated report cards and progress reports. For the 2016-2017 school year, report cards will be sent home with students on October 20th, January 5th, and March 23rd and. Final report cards will be issued on May 25th and sent via US mail if not picked up. However, a student may not receive their final report card if their record is not cleared. The district shall send out a report card to parents every grading period. The notice provides a place for the signature of the student’s parent. Teachers shall request a conference with parents any time the student is in jeopardy of failing a course.
Determining Averages: Page 5
1. In all grades, the report card will reflect the grade assigned by the classroom teacher. 2. No test and/or project shall make up more than 25 percent of the grading period grade. 3. Individual grades on assignments, progress reports, and report cards are reported as the actual grades earned.
For the report card and/or progress report average: PreK-Grade 2
In grades PK-2, in each nine-week, grades (including homework, class work, projects, and tests) are considered equally when the grade is computed.
Grades 3-5
In grades 3-5, the following percentages apply for report card/progress report grade calculation: 40% homework and class work 60% assessments/tests
Grades 6-8
In grades 6-8, no test and/or project should make up more than 25 percent of the grading period grade and the following percentages apply for report card grade calculation: 40% homework, daily, and class work 60% assessments/tests/ term papers/projects
Grades 9-12
All subjects, grades 6-8, will administer a semester test for both the fall and spring semester. The average of the two nine-week grading periods shall count 80 percent of the semester average, and the semester test shall count 20 percent.
In grades 9-12, no test and/or project should make up more than 25 percent of the grading period grade and the following percentage apply for report card grade calculation: 40% homework, daily, and class work 60% assessments/tests/ term papers/projects (major grades)
All subjects, grades 6-12, will administer a semester test for both the fall and spring semester. The average of the two nine-week grading periods shall count 80 percent of the semester average, and the semester test shall count 20 percent.
Courses with an End-of-Course Assessment will not be required to give a spring semester exam. Page 6
Final Exam Exemptions for Seniors During the spring semester of their senior year only, seniors may earn an exemption from the final exam of a course if they meet the following conditions:
an 85 or better semester average in the course: demonstrates satisfactory conduct in the course; and No more than 5 absences (either excused or unexcused) in the course for a year-long course and no more than 3 absences for 1 semester course.
Students who earn an exemption will receive the average of their two nine-week grades as their semester average. The exemption does not, however, excuse students from school attendance. Exempted seniors will be required to attend school activities on the day of their final examinations. Students with five absences already, who are absent again after exemptions are approved, are no longer exempt.
Note: Seniors who have been suspended for disciplinary reasons to In-School Suspension or Off-Campus Suspension at any time during the year lose their exemption status.
Grades 1-12 INCOMPLETES An “I” recorded on the six-week report card indicates an incomplete grade that must be cleared up within the appropriate specified time or will become a failing grade. 1. It is recommended that an incomplete should be cleared within 5 days. If an incomplete is not corrected within 3 weeks, it becomes a 0. It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements with the teacher to clear any grade of incomplete. For UIL purposes, an “I” has the same effect as an “F”. Therefore, a student who receives an “I” will become ineligible for play and/or performance. 2. A student receiving an incomplete for a grading period has 3 weeks to convert the incomplete to an earned grade. END OF COURSE (EOC) GRADING POLICY The Texas Education Agency will implement the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) testing program beginning with ninth grade students in the 20112012 school year. Students must show mastery of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills by passing five end-of-course (EOC) assessments (English I, English II Algebra I, Biology, U.S. History before they graduate. Additionally, in order to graduate, students must meet certain performance criteria. Page 7
Passing Requirements for End of Course Assessments High school graduation requirements under HB 5 require students in grades 9-12 to take each of the five EOC assessments for the courses (English I, English II, Algebra I, Biology, U.S. History) in which they are enrolled. Students not meeting the minimum passing score on any EOC test must retake the EOC assessment. Students may retake an EOC assessment for any reason at any scheduled test administration. Transfer Students Students transferring into Granger ISD must take and pass the EOC assessments for each course in which they are enrolled. Students Taking High School Courses while in Middle School Students who take high school credit courses while enrolled in middle school will be required to take the EOC assessments that correspond to those courses.
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Granger ISD 2016-17 Semester Exam Testing Schedule High School Thursday, Dec 15, 2016
Tuesday, Dec 13, 2016 8:00-8:50
2nd period review
8:00-9:44
1st period Exam
8:54-9:44
8th period review
9:48-10:38
7th period Review
9:48-10:38
3rd period review
10:42-12:26
7th period Exam
10:42-12:26
3rd period Exam
12:26-12:56
Lunch
12:26-12:56
Lunch
1:00-1:50
6th period Review
1:00-1:50
5th period review
1:54-3:38
6th period Exam
1:54-3:38
5th period Exam
Wednesday, Dec 14, 2016 8:00-9:44
2nd period Exam
9:48-10:38
4th period Review
10:42-12:26
4th period Exam
12:26-12:56
Lunch
1:00-1:50
1st period Review
1:54-3:38
8th period Exam
Granger ISD 2016-17 Semester Exam Testing Schedule Junior High
Thursday, Dec 15, 2016
Tuesday, Dec 13, 2016 8:00-8:50
2nd period Review
8:00-9:44
1st period Exam
8:54-9:44
8th period review
9:48-10:38
7th period Review
9:48-10:38
3rd period review
10:42-11:32
7th period Exam
10:42-11:32
5th period Review
11:36-12:06
Lunch
11:36-12:06
Lunch
12:06-12:56
7th period Exam (cont.)
12:06-1:50
3rd period Exam
1:00-1:50
6th period Review
1:54-3:38
5th period exam
1:54-3:38
6th period Exam
Wednesday, Dec 14, 2016 8:00-9:44
2nd period Exam
9:48-10:38
4th period Review
10:42-11:32
4th period Exam
11:36-12:06
Lunch
12:06-12:56
4th period Exam (cont.)
1:00-1:50
1st period Review
1:54-3:38
8th period Exam
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