A 100 - 94 Excellent
B 93-87 Above Average
C 86-77 Average
D 76-70 Below Average
F 69 -0 Failing
NC Not Complete
PK3 and PK4 students will receive an evaluation/progress report mid-year during Parent/Teacher Conferences and at the end of the year.
K-3rd grade students will receive an evaluation/report card quarterly, as posted through FACTS. Three to four weeks before they are issued, deficiency reports will be sent only to those 1st-3rd grade students in danger of failing a subject for that quarter.
Students in K-3rd grades are administered DIBELS tests at the start of the school year, midyear and at the end of the year. Additionally, 3rd graders take the Terra Nova standardized test which is required by the Office of Catholic Schools for Diocesan students, beginning in 3rd grade.
The promotion of each student based upon the criteria established in these guidelines:
Kindergarten - To be promoted, the student MUST meet 3 of the 5 following criteria:
Student demonstrated a minimum of 80% on Reading report card skills.
Student demonstrated a minimum of 80% on Reading end-of-the-year test.
Student demonstrated a minimum of 80% on Math report card skills.
Student demonstrated a minimum of 80% on Math end-of-the-year test.
Teacher / Administrator recommendation for promotion.
Note: Absences of 15 days or more can affect student promotion
1st-3rd Grades - To be promoted, the student MUST meet the following criteria:
Achieve a “D” average or higher in Reading and Math in the 4th quarter & also as the final average
Example: A student with a C in the first quarter and F's the next three fails the subject, even if the average is higher than an F... it is BOTH the grade in the 4th quarter and the final average that must reflect passing grades.
Failure in Reading and Math constitutes the student failing the grade
A student with ONE failure in Reading OR Math must attend academic intervention over the summer as approved by the principal and teacher. Student may pass based on the progress made
Meet attendance requirements. Absences of 15 days or more can affect student promotion
The following awards are given to students at the end of each school year. These awards are based on grades and character of the students. Students earn the awards in accord with the specific criteria set forth.
PRINCIPAL’S AWARD (1st-3rd grades)
Straight A’s on the report card for each quarter, the entire year, including conduct
A/B HONOR ROLL AWARD (1st-3rd grades)
A’s and B’s on the report card for each quarter, the entire year, including conduct
PERFECT ATTENDANCE AWARD (K-3rd grades)
Present for every day of the academic year - students are ineligible if arriving after 8:00 A.M. or checking out before 3:00 P.M. for any reason other than a school sanctioned event
RELIGION AWARD (PK4-3rd grades)
Presented to one student in each class who lives life as a true example of our mission statement, “Living the Eucharistic Reality that All Are One In Christ.” This child loves and respects all people and possibly reaches out to those in need of a friend. Religion Award recipients know of Jesus’ love for them and live their lives as an example of what it means to be a child of God.
SPIRIT AWARD (PK4-3rd grades)
Presented to one student in each class who exhibits “True Panda Spirit.” This means they demonstrate their love for St. Edward School and excitedly participate in school events and activities. Spirit Award recipients might be known for telling others all about St. Edward and what a wonderful place it is. They are extremely loyal to the crimson and the gold.
ACCELERATED READER AWARD (1st-3rd grades)
Presented to one student in 1st-3rd grades for earning the most points in that grade level and has met his or her percent correct goal all year.
ELEANOR MURPHY PARKS CITIZENSHIP AWARD (PK3-2nd grades)
presented to a student in each grade level who shows great citizenship by representing the best of being a Panda in school and in the community.
Attitude: Is enthusiastic and respectful of school policies
Academics: Strives to do his/her best
Character: Is friendly, a role model, and has a good relationship with others
Spirit: Participates in school & community activities; exhibits pride in being a Panda
Service: Is helpful
ST. KATHARINE DREXEL AWARD (3rd grade)
Presented to one student in each 3rd grade class who demonstrates qualities similar to those of St. Katharine. Recipients are leaders who have the courage to choose to do what is right in a Christian manner. These students fully respect God, as well as the gift of the Eucharist. They love all people and may be particularly generous to the less fortunate. Selfless giving is a part of who they are and how they live their everyday lives.
FEEDER SCHOOL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is given by Catholic High School to an incoming 4th grade student who is completing 3rd grade at St. Edward School. It includes the cost of tuition for one year, excluding fees. The selection is made by St. Edward School's Administrative Team. The recipient of this award should exemplify Catholic High School’s motto, Acta Non Verba, specifically Christ-like characteristics and honorable traits. This student should demonstrate a willingness to help classmates and school personnel without being asked, treat others with respect and understanding, practice Catholicism, and show eagerness to share faith through active participation. The student should be in good academic standing. Preference will be given with regard to financial need.