Assessment:

A percentage grade will be given to students based on their performance related to the outcomes covered each term. As in past years, students will be assessed using the 1-4 scale. Efforts will be made for students to have multiple opportunities to illustrate their understanding of each outcome most of the time. At the end of the term, all 4,+3, 3, +2, 2, +1 and 1's will be considered before the final overall grade is determined.

Level 4 In-depth knowledge and understanding of content and concepts. Able to extend the application of related skills.

Level +3

Level 3 Competent knowledge and understanding of content and concepts. Appropriate application of the related skills.

Level +2

Level 2 Developing knowledge and understanding of content and concepts. Developing in the application of the related skills.

Level +1

Level 1 Limited knowledge and understanding of content and concepts. Limited application of related skills.

Grade 7 and 8 report cards will use a percentage grade.

90—100% — Demonstrates excellent understanding and application of concepts and skills in relation to the learning outcomes.

80—89% — Demonstrates very good understanding and application of concepts and skills in relation to the learning outcomes.

70—79% — Demonstrates good understanding and application of concepts and skills in relation to the learning outcomes.

60—69% — Demonstrates satisfactory understanding and application of concepts and skills in relation to the earning outcomes.

50—59% — Demonstrates limited understanding and application of concepts and skills in relation to the learning outcomes.

Below 50% — Has not met minimum requirements of the course.

INS- Insufficient evidence to determine a grade.

P- In progress until all components of the course is completed.