Grades are not necessarily an accurate gauge as to whether learning has taken place. However, since much emphasis is placed upon grades, a student's academic grade should reflect the teacher's most objective assessment of the student's academic achievement. Academic grades should not be used as a threat in order to maintain classroom decorum. Students have the right to be informed of the teacher's grading criteria, which is consistent with district guidelines, at the beginning of each grading period.
Students have the right to receive an academic grade that reflects their achievement.
Students have the right to receive a conduct and effort grade in each class consistent with their overall behavior and effort. Students have the right to achieve academic success based upon their own initiative and ability without interference from others. Students have the responsibility for asking teachers in advance of a graded assignment for an explanation of any grading criteria or practice which they may question or which may need clarification. Students have the responsibility for maintaining reasonable standards of academic performance commensurate with their ability. Students have the responsibility for making every effort to improve their performance upon receipt of notification of unsatisfactory performance.