Students receive report cards three times a year beginning in Kindergarten. Number grades are given through 5th grade, and letter grades are introduced in certain subjects in 4th grade.
Formal Reporting Periods for grades K-5:
- October: Parent/Teacher Conference
- End of 1st trimester: First Trimester Report Card
- End of 2nd trimester: Second Trimester Report Card
- March: Parent/Teacher Conference
- End of 3rd trimester: Third Trimester Report Card
For grades K-5, number grades do not correlate to letter grades. Rather, they are an indication of how a child is progressing in each area. Next is a brief description of each number:
4: Exceeds Expectations – The student is exceeding grade-level and teacher expectations in this area. The student is working beyond what is expected in ability and/or effort. Receiving a “4” is out of the ordinary.
3: Meets Expectations – The student is meeting grade-level and teacher expectations in this area. Receiving a “3” indicates that the student is right where he or she should be. Students can feel proud of this grade.
2: Progressing Towards Expectations – The student is progressing towards grade level and teacher expectations in this area. The student is working to meet expectations, but may be struggling. If a “2” is given, the teacher is encouraging more focus in this area.
1: Needs Additional Practice – The student is not meeting grade-level or teacher expectations and needs more practice in this area. If a “1” is given, the teacher is concerned with the student’s progress. Parents are encouraged to set up a conference.
Parents who have any questions or concerns about a given grade may call or email the appropriate teacher to set up a conference. The teachers welcome and expect parent partnership and are very responsive to such inquiries.
