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In PA, we use a numeric system for grading, not letter grades. Please look at the presentation below to learn more.

Grading in PA

Here is the presentation shown at curriculum night. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

Curriculum Night 2022

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FALL: Screening and Initial Data Review

Administration of the Cognitive Abilities Tests to all students in Grades 2 and 5
Review of standardized test scores on file
Review of District assessments
Review of observational classroom data

WINTER: Data Collection

Administration of additional ability and/or achievement tests for students whose prior standardized test scores or classroom performance falls within the top 10% of academic peers
Review of:
- Classroom assessments
- District assessments
- Student artifacts
- Teacher/Parent input

SPRING: Data Analysis

Completion of Student Profile
SPRING: Decision
Students whose profile score falls within the qualification range are recommended for the program. Parents will be notified of placement decisions by letter mailed from the school.
A principal, teacher or parent can initiate a placement review for any student whose scores fall within the review range.
Parents who receive a letter that their child has not been recommended for PA placement may contact the school’s Student Services Coordinator (elementary) or Guidance Counselor (middle school) to discuss the placement review process.
The final placement decision rests with the school academic team.

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