Grading Philosophy:

To remain fair in my grading practices and to ensure high expectations, I use the Criterion-Referenced Grading System. The scale does not change regardless of the quality, or lack thereof, of the students’ work. For example, An “A” (Excellent) would need to not only meet but far surpass every criterion and expectation laid out for a given assignment. A “C” (Average) would merely meet the criteria and expectations of the assignment. It is not an “effort-based” grading system but instead fairly assesses the work the student turns in.

English III (Inclusion) Grading Percentages:

• All work is point-based, depending on the depth of the assignment. This course is differentiated for IEP and/or ELL students.

English III CP Grading Percentages:

• Assignments (homework/classwork) = 40%

  • These grades are typically calculated as daily grades for work. Students who pour into their daily work will perform better on tests.

• Participation = 10%

• Projects = 25%

• Assessments = 25%

English III ACP Grading Percentages:

• Homework/classwork) = 25%

  • These grades are typically calculated as daily grades for work. Students who pour into their daily work will perform better on tests.

• Assessments = 25%

• Projects = 15%

• Quizzes = 15%

• Summer Work = 10%

• Final = 10%

AP English Language and Composition:

• Daily Work / Class Work = 25%

• Multiple Choice = 25%

• At-Home Writing = 25%

• At-School Writing = 25%