Academics

The grading system at DELTA High School is process and product based. This means all subjects are taught within the framework of demonstration of mastery of standards and the process by which mastery was attained. These philosophies strike at the heart of the content areas and explicitly outline what students should know and be able to do. Teachers have designed units, lessons, and assessments; all with the goal of supporting students in their development of flexible thinking within these essential standards.

Grading will be consistent using two grading categories (product and process). Product grades are worth approximately 70% and process grades are worth approximately 30% of the total grade. Departments will be given the opportunity to change their percentages from a minimum of 60% to a maximum of 80% for product and 20% - 40% for process.

Product grades refer to the demonstration of learning/knowledge. Examples of product include tests, quizzes, projects, and homework.

Process grades refer to the process of learning. Examples of process grades are grammar used, work ethic, participation, attendance, group work, and timeliness of submission.

90 -100 = A

80-89 = B

70-79 = C

60-69 = D

0 – 59 = F