A. Scaling Grades - Scaling of any kind is NOT the practice of the department. There will be no "dropping" of the lowest (quiz or other) grade. Individual cases involving a specific exam, etc. must secure department head approval.
B. Homework - ALL written homework will be collected, checked and counted in the student's grade in some specific manner predetermined by the teacher and explained to the classes.
C. Extra Credit - Students are not allowed to seek ADDITIONAL work for the specific purpose of raising a grade. Rather, these students will be encouraged to spend extra time and effort on assigned work in order to improve grades.
D. In-class Reading - As examples of many varied teaching techniques both in-class reading and reading aloud will be utilized sporadically at the discretion of individual teachers. Using either technique as a standard practice for a regular class requires the department head's approval.
E. Vocabulary and Grammar Lessons - The study of both vocabulary and grammar are an integral part of EVERY English course. As such, vocabulary lessons will be taught on a WEEKLY basis while formal grammar units may be taught in conjunction with composition and writing requirements.
F. Writing Guidelines - As outlined in the PROGRAM OF STUDIES booklet, the writing guidelines for each English course are specific and will be followed. Generally, each week each student will experience some kind of writing exercise commensurate with his ability and elected level.
G. Guidelines for Grading Students in Writing Seminar
- Students will have one required writing assignment per six-day writing cycle. The assignments will be grade-level appropriate and follow the form of the curriculum guidelines.
- Students will also work on their individual writings portfolios one day out of each six day writing cycle.
- Other class period time may be used to work on assigned reports or term papers from a variety of courses, college entrance essays, creative pieces, or analytical work.
- If absent from class, the student may receive credit for the day by submitting a piece of acceptable writing.
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