New Grading Policy
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October 20, 2009
Filed under Featured, News
By: Miryssa Espinoza
For those of you who just slide by with a passing grade of D, you might just want to re-think your ways, no more slacking off.
Our English department has a new grading policy for the 2009/2010 school year. The D policy means that in any English classes at Mountain View for 9th, 10th, and 11th graders, you must pass with a C or higher. Anyone with a grade below a C will receive an F for the class on your transcript and have to re-take the class to receive credits for graduation. With this new policy, teachers are looking to bring down the number of failing students and bring them up with better grades.
“I think this policy is fair. I’m smart enough to pass with more than a D.” Says Freshman Finn Leahy. But what about the students who do have trouble in school?
“ I am stressed about this new policy because for other kids, these classes are simple, but for me it’s hard. Maybe it will give me the motivation to work harder though.” Said Junior Michael Richard.
The English department has put fail safes into place. Teachers will be available to help the student if their grade does start slipping to keep them on track. Students can receive help on early release Wednesday’s, and students will have resources to make lists of missing assignments .
The department has been discussing the issue for several months and they even tested the policy in several classes. In tests, teachers found that the number of failing students actually decreased rather than increased in most classes. This policy should be paid attention to if you are an athlete at MVHS. A failing grade could lead to not being able to participate or play for a sports team. Parents should be aware of the change and help their child when needed.
If you have no problems passing classes then there is no need to worry. Although, this policy is a good way to keep your grade above the radar, so don’t let your grade slip and get your work turned in.
i dont see why they have to change the grading policy. I think its horrible because if someone is trying their hardest to pass the class and still have a D, then why flunk them and then make them take the class again next year. i think its so stupid. A D is still passing even tho its low, but come on keeping them there until they pass.