Series 6000: Instruction

6146.1 Grading System

The primary purpose of grading is to keep parents and students fully informed of a student's progress and to provide a continuous and accurate record of each student's achievement for use in instruction.

The Board of Education shall approve the grading and reporting systems as developed by the administration and faculty and upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.

The Board of Education is in favor of weighted grading for honors and advanced placement courses. The grading system developed by the administration, subject to Board approval shall reflect this position. Parents and students shall be notified annually of this position via the parent/student handbook. 

(cf. 5124 - Reporting to the Parents) 

Legal Reference:    

Connecticut General Statutes

P.A. 99-81 An Act Concerning Weighted Grading for Honors Classes

Policy adopted: October 15, 2007 THOMASTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS Thomaston, Connecticut