When parents of elementary school students receive their first report cards of the 2013-14 school year this fall, they’ll notice much more detailed information about what their students are learning in school.
The redesigned report cards are one benefit of the new electronic grading system that all public schools across North Carolina have adopted this year. They offer more in-depth information about how well students are understanding and applying the concepts they are being taught.
For example, instead of seeing just a single grade for the subject of mathematics, the parent of a fourth-grade student will also see whether the student has mastered specific skills required for fourth-grade math, such as being able to measure angles.
Students will be evaluated on a 4-point scale, with a score of 1 showing that the student does not yet demonstrate an understanding of the standards, and a score of 4 indicating the student consistently demonstrates in-depth understanding of the concepts being taught.
Every report card will be accompanied by a guide showing parents how to interpret the new information it provides. View the guide and a helpful video online. >>
Report cards are just one way for teachers to communicate with students and parents about a student’s academic achievement, work habits, and classroom behavior. Parents may also request a conference with the teacher to discuss their student’s progress and ways to support their learning in and out of school.
Report card schedule:
Friday, October 11
Modified-calendar schools
Year-round schools
(Tracks 1, 2, 3)
Friday, November 1 (new date due to delay)
Year-round schools
(Track 4)
Monday, November 4
Traditional-calendar schools
Please let me know if you have any questions regarding report cards. Thank you, Mrs. Graf