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Letter
Grade
A B C D F
Grade Point Average (GPA)
1. The above mentioned numerical equivalents will be used in computing the GPA from report card letter grades.
2. The following grades are not included in GPA calculations:
a. (“I”)
b. (“F”)
Principal’s List/Honor Roll
1. The purpose of the school wide principal’s list/honor roll program is to recognizes and honor High School students who
have attained outstanding academic success and to provide positive reinforcement that inspires all students to strive
even harder and perform at their highest level in all subjects.
2. The AUS High School will implement this honor roll system that recognizes students for high academic achievement at
the end of each quarter during the school year. The school recognizes student for performance at two levels: Principal’s
List and Honor Roll.
3. Students qualifying for each level of honor roll will be identified based on grades entered on student report cards in
High School. The following criteria will be used to identify students at each level:
a. Principal’s List: Students with at least a 4.0+ GPA with no grade on the report card below an (“A”).
b. Honor Roll: Students with a 3.0+ GPA with no grade on the report card below a (“B”).
Report Cards
Report cards for High School will be distributed four times a year on a quarterly basis.
Progress reports will be issued each mid-quarter.
The following information will appear on the High School report card:
a. School Name
b. Academic Year
c. Course Titles
d. Course Grades Earned
e. Student Grade Level
f. Absences from School
g. Tardiness from School
h. Teacher’s Names
i. Comments
Academic Practices
Teachers will provide independent practice on daily work (daily assignments and homework activities). Teachers will
provide brief progress checks (short quizzes; reviews or warm-ups).
The academic grade will reflect a student’s achievement of standards for the subject.
All teachers will report academic achievement separate from student dispositions (participation, behavior, time
management, etc.).
Primarily summative assessments will be used as evidence to determine student achievement of standards.
In cases of inconsistent student performance, teachers will rely on their professional discretion to decide whether
additional assessments are needed.
Alternative assessments will be used when appropriate as determined by the teacher. Upon early attainment of a
standard, extension work will be provided.
Contacting Teachers
Students are encouraged to contact and consult teachers with questions or for extra help or challenges. Teachers are flexible to
assist students before or after school. Please plan ahead and schedule a time to meet before as teachers need time to prepare
for the school day. Parents, please only meet with teachers before or after school if you and the teacher have agreed to a
prearranged meeting. Parents should always check in with the office before meeting with a teacher in the classroom.
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