Grading

Standards Based Grading

What is SBG (Standards Based Grading)

A system of instruction, assessment, grading and reporting based on student demonstration of mastery levels (E, M, P, N) for each of the grade-appropriate (or modified for special education students) standards. Although grading is in the name, it should be a mindset and a way of teaching


Performance Levels

Excelling Beyond the Standard (E)

Students at the Excels Level:

demonstrate a broad in-depth understanding of complex concepts and skills

make abstract, insightful, complex connections

demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills effectively and independently by applying efficient strategies to real-world situations

communicate effectively and thoroughly, with sophistication


Meeting the Standard (M) This is the goal!

Students at the Meeting level:

can usually demonstrate understanding independently

make meaningful connections among important ideas or concepts and provide supporting evidence of understanding

apply concepts and skills to solve problems using appropriate strategies

communicate effectively


Progressing Toward the Standard (P)

Students at the Progressing level:

may be receiving support and interventions

demonstrate a partial understanding of basic concepts and skills

make simple or basic connections among ideas, providing limited evidence of understanding

apply concepts and skills to routine problem-solving situations

communicate in a limited fashion


Needs Improvement (N)

Students at the Needs Improvement level:

have received support and multiple interventions

demonstrate a minimal understanding of basic concepts and skills

occasionally make obvious connections among ideas providing minimal evidence of understanding

have difficulty applying basic knowledge and skills

communicate in an ineffective manner


Insufficient Evidence (I)

Students with an Insufficient Evidence:

Have not submitted enough evidence to determine a performance level



Work Habits

  1. I come to class prepared with materials and ready to learn.

  2. I show effort by being focused, on task, and actively participating during lessons.

  3. I complete my work in a timely manner.

  4. When collaborating with my team or partner, I am prepared and contribute respectfully.

  5. I respect myself, others, and my environment by demonstrating self-control and good character.