GRADING SCALE
The below letter grading scale is used in Grammar School for most subjects. Some subjects may receive a developmental grade of M, D, B:
| RANGE | LETTER VALUE | DEFINITION |
|---|---|---|
| 90-100 | A | Excellent |
| 80-89 | B | Surpassing |
| 70-79 | C | Satisfactory |
| 65-69 | D | Unsatisfactory |
| Below 65 | F | Unacceptable (failing) |
BEHAVIORAL EVALUATION
The “M, D, B” scale is used for behavioral evaluation. Geneva places a high emphasis on the behavior of students and their efforts to learn and apply biblical standards. It is important to evaluate students and convey information to parents regarding behavioral aspects of their student’s growth. Behavior is a daily cumulative grade for all classes including art, Latin, motor lab, music, lunch, and PE. Cumulative behavior is reported in the homeroom in FACTS according to the following scale:
- M – Our standard at Geneva is high and we desire students to ultimately Meet the Expectations, both consistently and independently, that we have placed before them. This score may take several quarters to earn.
- D – We recognize that students may need more time to reach this goal. Therefore, you will notice the mark of Developing on some of your student’s grades. This means that they are not there YET but with additional correction, practice, support and effort they may obtain the high standard of Geneva. Expect to see D marks on the report card.
- B – If your student receives a mark of Below Expectations, we are communicating that your student requires frequent support and correction. Consider it a gift to know the areas in which they need to grow and improve. Early intervention and correction are effective in the learning process and will lead to future success.
ART, MUSIC, MOTOR LAB, PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SCIENCE
The “M, D, B” scale above is also used for assessing Grammar students’ participation in science, fine arts, motor lab and physical education classes.