How does Mr. Williamson determine student grades?
It is important to note that not all assignments count the same in my class. We do A LOT of whole class practice and review. These grades do not count much in each student’s overall grade. Ultimately, these daily practices do lead us to quizzes and major tests, which do count more because these grades more clearly demonstrate each individual student’s independent mastery of the content material. Keeping this in mind, here is how I determine each student’s overall grade: 1st 9 Weeks Unit Tests / Major Projects: 40% Quizzes: 15% Classwork and Homework combined: 30% Midterm: 15% 2nd 9 Weeks Unit Tests / Major Projects: 45% Quizzes: 20% Classwork and Homework combined: 35% STATE EXAM: 25% of the semester final grade. Students must score an 80 or better on the English I state exam to meet the North Carolina exit standards for graduation.
