Additional Information

Additional Resources

The feedback system at Blake Middle School is based on research and informed by the experiences of students, teachers, and other stakeholders. Below are resources that help provide a further understanding of the Blake's assessment practices and the updates being implemented.

Foundational Resources

Blake Standards-Based Reporting Adaptat...equently Asked Questions 5.13.22.pdf

Frequently Asked Questions

May 2022

Priority Standards Converstion Algorithm (May 2022)

Priority Standards Conversion Algorithm

Priority Standards--> Letter Grades

May 2022

SBR_REPORT_4.16.21-_FINAL.pdf

Analysis of Standards-Based Practices Report

April 2021

Medfield School Committee Informational Workshop

April 2021

Blake Middle School and Medfield High School Grading Practices- May 2022

Differences between HS & Blake Grading Practices

May 2022

Blake_Feedback_ Info Session - 5.11.22.pdf

Family Information Meeting (Slides)

May 2022

Recording-Part 1

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May 2022

Recording- Part 2

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May 2022

Educational Research and Other Literature

LehmanETalABSTRACT2018.pdf

Lehman et al. (2018)

Journal Article

"The results of this study provide evidence that a standards-based grading system, as opposed to a traditional-based grading system, is more closely aligned with the results of the Scholastic Math Inventory standardized test. This finding is important for leaders of K-12 mathematical instruction, for leaders of higher education mathematical instruction, and for policymakers of mathematical instruction because it adds to the argument that a standards-based approach to grading should replace the traditional approach to grading" (p.12-13).

Freschette_2017_Abstract.pdf

Freschette (2017) Dissertation

"Results showed that students felt more motivated to reach mastery on identified standards, were more aware of their strengths and weaknesses, and felt that their classrooms were more student-centered under a standards-based approach" (p. ii).

LewisABSTRACT2019.pdf

Lewis (2019)

Journal Article

"This paper also discusses the potential ways the assessment structure of Standards Based Grading can foster a more equitable learning environment, such as through reducing anxiety and stereotype threat in students" (Abstract).

KnightCOOPER2019.pdf

Knight & Cooper (2019) Journal Article

"Findings indicated that despite some infidelity and an initial implementation dip, systemic (Standards-Based Grading) changes made teaching clearer, more purposeful, and more conducive to student needs while enhancing student growth mindset and ownership" (Abstract).

MunozGUSKEY2015ABSTRACT.pdf

Munoz & Guskey (2015) Journal Article

"Making clear connections between standards, assessment, grading, and reporting that are concisely reported work for the betterment of ALL students" (p. 64).

Yarborough & Fedesco (2020)

"The aim of this guide is to explore some of the literature on motivation and offer practical solutions for understanding and enhancing student motivation." (Homepage)

Contact Information

Nathaniel Vaughn

Principal, Blake Middle School

nvaughn@email.medfield.net

Christine Power, PhD

Director of Instruction and Innovation

Medfield Public Schools

cpower@email.medfield.net