Students are expected to work for the highest marks commensurate with their abilities. Students who work to their full potential often receive more opportunities for academic advancement.
The Extension uses a letter grading system with quality point equivalents. The letter grades, their percentage equivalent, their quality points equivalent, and their qualitative descriptions are as follows:
| A+ |
95% - 100% |
4.5 |
A scholastic performance that signifies the highest level of achievement in the subject and indicates an exceptional interpretation of concepts particular to the content area. |
| A |
90% - 94% |
4.0 |
Strong and exceeds the basic objectives of the course deemed necessary to engage in advanced-level work. |
| B+ |
85% - 89% |
3.5 |
A level of mastery and performance that approaches the excellence of an “A” grade. |
| B |
80% - 84% |
3.0 |
Is strong and exceeds the basic objectives of the course. |
| C+ |
75% - 79% |
2.5 |
A performance below the expectations of the teacher and school. |
| C |
70% - 74% |
2.0 |
Some, but not all, of the basic objectives of the course have been achieved. There might be necessary skills and knowledge to pass the subject in GED. |
| D |
0% - 69% |
0.0 |
Definite Failure. |
Reports
At the end of each term students are expected to pick up report cards on their scholastic and disciplinary progress. When circumstances require it, other reports will be distributed. Students are invited to confer at any time with teachers and school authorities concerning their progress.
