Grading Structure

Semester I (Part A)

· Marking Period 1: 50%

· Marking Period 2: 50%

Semester II (Part B)

· Marking Period 3: 45%

· Marking Period 4: 45%

· Final Exam (if applicable): 10%

Note:
Both semesters (Part A and Part B) are required to earn full credit for the course. The final exam counts for 10% of the grade for each semester.

MCAP Classes Grading Breakdown

For MCAP (Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program) English 10, Living Systems, Algebra 1, American Government

· Marking Period 3 (MP 3): 40%

· Marking Period 4 (MP 4): 40%

· MCAP Classes Final Exam: 20%

Credit Recovery Options

If students need to recover credits, BCPS offers several flexible programs:

1. Extended Day Learning Program (EDLP)

o After-school, self-paced courses designed to help students recover credits outside of regular school hours.

2. School Programs for Acceleration and Recovery of Credit (SPARC)

o Blended learning opportunities that combine online and in-person classes to recover credits.

Additional Information:

· The curriculum-based assessment schedule was revised to create better alignment with pacing.

· If a student does not attempt any work on an assignment or an assessment in good faith, a zero will be assigned.

** Click here to watch a video about Changes to Grading Policy for Secondary Students