GRADING
· Teachers will complete grades for their classes each marking period and will complete Progress Reports bi-monthly
· Teachers determine the weight of each type of assignment
For ELA, Social Studies, Science, Physical Education, Health and Foreign Language the percentages is as follows:
Homework- 25%, daily work/classroom participation (which should include portfolios and\or writing folders- 40%, projects- 15%, test/quizzes- 20%)
For Math the percentages is as follows:
Homework- 25, daily work/classroom participation (which should include portfolios and/or writing folders – 35%, projects – 10%, test/quizzes – 20%)
· Teachers will also give Scholars a grade for conduct (E-excellent, G-good, S-satisfactory, N-needs improvement, U- unsatisfactory)
The following is the official grading policy:
A+ = 98-100 Level 4 = Exceeding Grade Level (A+ - A -)
A = 97-94
A- = 93-90
B+ = 89-87 Level 3 = Meeting Grade Level Standards (B+ - B-)
B = 86-84
B- = 83-80
C+ = 79-77 Level 2= Approaching Grade Level Standards (C+ - C)
C = 76-73
D = 72-70 Level 1= Far Below Grade Level Standards (D – F)
F = Below 70
ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND INTEGRITY
Academic achievement is a primary goal of Frederick Douglass Academy III. Scholars are exposed to differentiated curriculum, accelerated course work, enriched instructional activities and cooperative learning experiences. Therefore, we especially honor those scholars who achieve academic excellence through our Honor Roll.
Honor Roll
It is a great distinction to be awarded an Honors certificate at Frederick Douglass Academy III. This award represents more than just scholastic achievement; it also symbolizes an individual of character and perseverance. Honors scholars must maintain a 90 or above and a Satisfactory conduct mark in all subjects.
Honor Code
In all aspects of Frederick Douglass Academy III life, we focus on living with personal integrity. Cheating, plagiarizing, or giving or receiving unacknowledged assistance in academic work and lying and stealing are unacceptable behaviors in this community.
Plagiarism
1. Plagiarism is the unacknowledged use of another’s words or ideas:
a) If you use another’s words you must use quotation marks, and you must indicate whose words they are
b) It is not enough to change the words of your source. You must give credit for the ideas you get from any other source
c) Computer programs fall under plagiarism rules
2. Using unauthorized notes or other aids, or copying from another Scholar’s work during the test
3. Giving unauthorized aid to another Scholar; allowing another Scholar to copy or use one’s test, paper, or homework.
4. Use of help on homework or take-home tests that is beyond the limits specified by the teacher.
Scholars can avoid the charge of plagiarism by acknowledging sources in many ways. If a Scholar has any questions about academic honesty, it is his/her responsibility to ask a teacher BEFORE submitting the assignment.
Teachers should review methods of citing sources when giving assignments and should set clear expectations about what kind of help is appropriate.
Referrals
ACADEMIC PROBATION
· Any Scholar who earns a grade lower than 75 in two or more subjects will be placed on academic probation.
· A meeting will be held, with the Principal/Dean of Scholars, Teacher Coordinators, Teacher(s) involved, Guidance Counselor, and Parent(s)
· A plan will be developed to address the Scholar’s needs and support him/her academically
BEHAVIOR PROBATION
· If a Scholar earns an N (needing improvement) or U (unsatisfactory) rating in conduct in two or more subjects, he/she will be placed on behavior probation
· A meeting will be held, with the Principal/Dean of Scholars, Teacher Coordinators, Teacher(s) involved, Guidance Counselor, and Parent(s)
The Scholar will be placed on a daily behavior contract and must obtain teacher and parent signatures
ATTENDANCE
· Regular student attendance is important. Teachers should track the attendance of their Scholars and make referrals as needed. If a Scholar misses two or more consecutive days, the Guidance Counselor should be notified and is responsible for contacting the child’s home to determine the reason for the absences and notify the secretary of the result of the conversation in writing.
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR REFERRALS
· Should any Scholar need to speak with a guidance counselor or social worker for academic, social, or personal reasons, teachers can complete a Guidance Referral Form for the Scholar.
If a scholar has an appointment with a guidance counselor or social worker s/he must have a written pass from the counselor. If a scholar does not have a pass their counselor or social worker will take them out of class.