student progress report system kent school district 2009-2010
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Student Progress Report System
Kent School District
2009-2010
Purpose of Reporting System
• The KSD student progress reporting system– Provides timely, accurate, meaningful
information– Focuses on student progress in relation to
standards– Communicates student progress toward
future goals
Terminology• EL: Essential Learnings• Learning Standards • GLE: Grade Level Performance Expectations -
detailed• PE: Performance Expectations - detailed• Standards-based Grading• Norm-referenced Grading
What is Standards-Based Grading?
• Grading in comparison to a standard
• Example: Driver’s License process
How is it different?
• Norm-referenced Grading: grading in comparison to the performance of others in the group
• Example: Tour de France bicycle race
Q1. What is a “standard”?
A1. A standard is a learning goal established by Washington State. Each subject has specific standards or learning expectations.
Q2. Why do we need a standards-based report card?
A2. Standards-based grading more accurately indicate your child's academic knowledge and skills in comparison to state learning standards.
Q3. What do the grading symbols of 4-3-2-1 mean?A3 Level of student proficiency
4 = Advanced: Exceeds state standard
3 = Proficient: Meets state standard
2 = Basic: Approaches state standard
1 = Below state standard
Bicycle Rubric
4 Child races bicycles
Exceeds state standard
3 Child rides independently
Meets state standard
2 Child rides with help
Approaches state standard
1 Child rides withanother person
Below state standard
Q4. How will I know if my student is passing?
A4. A score of a 3 or 4 means your child is passing and has met or exceeded the state learning standard.
Contact Information
Student Progress Report SystemKent School District
12033 SE 256th StreetKent, WA 98031
Bob Isenberg, Director of AssessmentPhone: 253-373-7080
Email: [email protected] Ristau, Executive Director, K-6
Phone: 253-373-7454Email: [email protected]