School Board member Sara Brescia proposes reverting to the division's 2019 grading policy, a traditional zero-to-100% system. If a student didn't hand in an assignment, they received an "incomplete" grade. Kindergarten to 4th-grade students couldn't receive less than a 50% score for any assignment.
Under the current policy in place, since officials ordered school buildings shuttered due to the coronavirus, teachers cannot grade an assignment or test less than 50% even if a student never attempts it or hands it in. No teacher may impose a deadline on any assignment earlier than the end of the quarter, and students are guaranteed a make-up for full credit on all tests and assignments.
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FREE Leadership Sessions will be conducted at the George Mason University –Arlington Campus for High School Latinas. The program runs from Monday 7/15 through Friday 7/19 from 10:00AM to 3:00PM EST each day (1-week).
Las sesiones de liderazgo GRATUITAS se llevarán a cabo en el campus de George Mason University – Arlington para latinas de secundaria. El programa se desarrollará desde el lunes 15 de julio hasta el viernes 19 de julio, de 10:00 a.m. a 3:00 p.m. EST cada día (1 semana).
Our goal is to equip students with the fundamentals of self-promotion and guide them in shaping their personal brand for future success. What sets this program apart is its integration of self-awareness activities and mentorship by seasoned professionals.
Sessions begin with a thorough assessment of leadership dynamics on July 15th, participants delve into the intricacies of personal branding and etiquette on July 16th, followed by practical guidance on crafting compelling LinkedIn profiles and resumes on July 17th. July 18th emphasizes the art of storytelling through personal statements, while July 19th culminates in portfolio presentations, allowing participants to showcase their newfound skills. The program concludes on July 20th with a memorable graduation ceremony, celebrating the accomplishments of the ELITE Academy’s graduates and their journey towards leadership excellence.
