Assistant Principal Curriculum News
In Week 11, students will receive an individual report, describing their learning achievements over the semester. A grade from A-E for each subject will be allocated describing how well students have achieved
- the depth of knowledge and understanding and
- the range of skills that students are showing.
The Common Grade Scale describes performance at each of the five grade levels shown below.
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Grade |
Description |
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A |
The student has extensive knowledge and understanding of the content and can readily apply this knowledge. In addition, the student has achieved a very high level of competence in the processes and skills and can apply these skills to new situations. |
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B |
The student has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the content and a high level of competence in the processes and skills. In addition, the student is able to apply this knowledge and these skills to most situations. |
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C |
The student has sound knowledge and understanding of the main areas of content and has achieved an adequate level of competence in the processes and skills. |
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D |
The student has a basic knowledge and understanding of the content and has achieved a limited level of competence in the processes and skills. |
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E |
The student has an elementary knowledge and understanding in a few areas of the content and has achieved very limited competence in some of the processes and skills. |
In addition, students will be assessed on their learning habits. A three-point scale (Consistently, Sometimes, Rarely) will be used to indicate achievement in this area. The learning habits for Semester 2 are:
- Brings all the correct equipment, books, uniform and technology to complete tasks
- Manages time effectively
- Collaborates positively
- Works independently when required
- Completes and submits required work on time
- Seeks clarification or assistance when needed
- Contributes to a positive learning environment
- Engaged with Remote Learning
This semester an individual overall comment will only be written by students’ homeroom teachers highlighting the student's strengths and highlights from the year. Parents are encouraged to attend the parent teacher interviews next week for further feedback on their child’s progress this year.
Sandra Harris
Assistant Principal (Acting)
Curriculum and Achievement