Assignments and Grades

Percentages:     Reading:    20% Reading Counts

              20% 9 weeks exam

              60% all other assignments

              English:     20% 9 weeks exam

              80% all other assignments

Points:

              The number of points each assignment is worth will weight the grades. For example, a test may be worth 100 points, while a homework assignment may be worth 25 points.

Grades:

              Your nine weeks grades will consist of tests, quizzes, Reading Counts, reading logs, the organization of your binder, DOL & journals, formal writing assignments, class work, homework, spelling, vocabulary and participation.

Tests & Quizzes:

              For each unit you will have a test, which are worth 100 points each. I do give pop-quizzes, so stay on top of your work.

Reading Counts:

Your grade will consist of achieving half of your Reading Counts points at the mid-term and for achieving the total Reading Counts points at the end of the term. The other part of the 20% will be for completing your Reading Log and participation.

Reading Logs:

              You will keep track of which books you read, as well as a summary of each. These will be checked every two weeks and are worth 10 points each.

Binder:

              You must have a binder for all of your class work that includes 7 dividers. You must keep your binder neat and organized.