6.+Grading+Policy

=Mrs. Shepherd's ELA 7 Grading Policy = =It is my goal for your grade to accurately reflect your literacy skills as well as your effort. Both will help to determine your future success. As outlined by the Common Core standards, I will measure your achievement in three strands of literacy: =  • Reading  • Writing  • Conversation (Listening & Talking)

Within these subdivisions, assignments are broken into three grading categories:
 • How well you've mastered Literacy Skills (Reading, Writing, & Talk) - 80%  • Your effort and good Work Habits - 20%

How are assignments scored?
Work is scored using rubrics in relation to a set standard. Scores will be classified as one of the following:

Exceeding the standard (95-100) Meeting the standard (85-95) Approaching the standard (75-85) Area of Concern (65-75) No Evidence (50)

Sometimes an assignment will receive the comment "area of concern" (65) if work is extremely far from the standard. This is a good indication that a student should revise the work and/or needs additional instruction in this area. The comment "no evidence" (50) means an assignment has not been completed; this work should be turned in as soon as possible.

Is there a late policy?
Your meaningful completion of work in a timely fashion factors into your overall grade within the "habits" category. Continual engagement in the process of learning is an important key to your future success. I will be happy to meet with you and plan ways for you to complete independent work on time.

How can I improve my grade?
Your grade is a reflection of your habits and skills. First, use scored rubrics and your progress report to decide what area(s) need improvement. Second, make a plan. Third, act on your plan! You are always welcome to revise notebook work or polished pieces and resubmit them, along with a note or reflection about what you've improved. If you'd prefer to confer with me about possible solutions, please request a conference!