Homework and Grading

At Russell Middle School each student is expected to complete assigned schoolwork. Independent practice is critical to mastery of learning; therefore, it is our expectation that students who come to class without having completed homework be scheduled additional opportunities to complete the work. If students are missing an assignment they will be assigned a consequence through the following schedule:

• 1 freebie

• 30 minute detention

• 30 minute detention

• Major Office Referral

All students will have the opportunity for reteaching and retaking assessments. Students will have five school days to retake the assessment after the original assessment is returned to them. Students must complete a retake form for re-teaching prior to retaking the assessment. If students choose not to complete the retake form and tasks they will not be allowed to retake the assessment.

Students will have an opportunity to earn grade through assignments, in- class activities, assessments, projects, and weekly learning checks. All grades are posted on the Synergy Portal.

1 93%-100%

2 85%-92%

3 77%-84%

4 69%-76%

5 68% & Below

For more information about academic opportunities for success, please see the student handbook.