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Achievement Grade - 

This grade reflects your mastery of the knowledge, skills and understanding of the

science content. There are THREE categories in the achievement grade:

• 50 % Major Assessments
• Tests/Quizzes will always be announced so that there is ample time to prepare.  Please do not wait until the last minute to study.

• 30% Minor Assessments 
• Labs will be completed regularly and reflections questions will be given to show understanding.
• Alternative assessments will be used to show understanding beyond a formal in class assessment.  

• 20% Classwork:
• Classwork activities throughout the year that will be assessed.

Accountability Grade - 

The accountability grade represents the work habits and effort you have demonstrated. Accountability includes preparedness for class, organizational checks, following directions, and homework when graded for effort only..

• 50% Homework/Daily Assignments

• Assignments will be checked daily.
• If the assignment is completed following the directions given AND “turned in” -  full credit - 10/10
• If the assignment is not completed following the directions given or turned in late – 7/10
• If the assignment is not turned in  – no credit - 0/10 - until you turn in the assignment then - 5/10

• 50% Preparation

• This includes having all your supplies with you to class each day, following classroom routines and procedures, keeping work organized, following directions on assignments and participating in class activities.