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Intermediate Marking Code

• Religion (grades 4 – 6) – A, B, C, D, or F
• Integrated Language Arts (grades 4 – 6) – A, B, C, D, or F
• Mathematics (grades 4 – 6) – A, B, C, D, or F
• Science (grades 4 – 6) – A, B, C, D, or F
• Social Studies (grades 4 – 6) – A, B, C, D, or F
• Art (grades 4 – 6) – E, P or I
• Music (grades 4 – 6) – E, P or I
• Physical Education (grades 4 – 6) – E, P or I
• Technology (grades 4 – 6) – E, P or I

The Marking Code for this area will be N if no plan is in place and E, P or I indicating the level of progress made toward the plan’s goals.

Academic Evaluations

A student earning an “A” in a course demonstrates exceptional mastery of the course objectives by:

• preparing all assignments promptly, thoroughly and carefully
• being quick and resourceful in utilizing suggestions
• working independently
• showing consistent interest and  initiative
• demonstrating a high standard of commitment, clarity and application
• showing leadership in learning

A student earning a “B” in a course demonstrates proficient mastery of the course objectives by:

• preparing all assignments carefully
• being conscientious and dependable
• utilizing some suggestions
• working independently
• showing sufficient interest and initiative
• demonstrating standards of commitment
• using good study habits for routine assignments

A student earning a “C” in a course demonstrates basic mastery of the course objectives by:

• preparing most assignments
• requiring teacher direction and motivation
• showing limited ability in following subjects beyond the minimum requirements
• working on study habits

A student earning a “D” in a course demonstrates below basic mastery of the course objectives by:

• not completing required assignments
• consistently requiring direction and motivation from the teacher
• not completing minimum requirements
• lacking study habits

A student earning an “F” in a course fails to accomplish the minimum requirements for continued progress by:

• failing to complete required assignments
• not responding to direction and/or motivation from the teacher
• showing no evidence of  study habits

In marking the skill under each content area labeled “Work Reflects Ability or Beyond”, use “Yes” or “No” to indicate progress.

This formal reporting document will be distributed three times during the school year. Each trimester will be comprised of approximately 12 weeks of instruction.  Midway through each trimester, a progress report will be sent to parents indicating any area of concern. If not progess report is sent, then your child is progressing appropriately.

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