John J. Pershing

Math Grading Policy 2014-2015

50% Assessments

·         Unit Assessments

·         Quizzes

·         Vocabulary

30% Portfolio

·         Performance TASK – all components

·         Unit Projects

10% Homework

·         Homework is assigned everyday

·         Homework is NEVER associated with student behavior (positive or negative)

10% Classwork and Participation

·         Students are responsible for being prepared for class each day and participate

·         Notebook Check

·         Exit Passes

Assignment Requirements:

Portfolios promote academic excellence, promotion and student accountability

·         Students must complete Performance Tasks and unit assessments which will then be graded and placed in portfolios

·         Vocabulary quizzes will be administered at the end of each unit and will be graded and returned to students