6146.1

Instruction
Grading/ Assessment Systems

The philosophy of this district operates on the premise that students respond more positively to the opportunity for success than to the threat of failure. The district seeks, therefore, through learner objectives and its instructional program, to make achievement both recognizable and possible for students. Achievement will be emphasized in the process of evaluating student performance. Evaluation of student progress is a primary responsibility of the teacher. The highest possible level of student achievement is a common goal of both school and home. A close working relationship between home and school is essential to the accomplishment of this goal. Regular communication with parents or guardians, utilizing a variety of means, about the scholastic progress of their student is a basic component of this working relationship. It is the responsibility of the school and individual staff members to keep parents or guardians well-informed. Regularly used report cards, combined with scheduled parent-teacher conferences and other communication vehicles help promote a process of continuous evaluation of student performance. The grading and reporting systems as developed by the administration and faculty are subject to the approval of the Superintendent and/or Board of Education.

(d. 5124-Reporting to Parents)