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APPENDIX J (1): Guidelines for Grading Elementary ELs
These guidelines have been written so that ELs can be accurately assessed based on their abilities to
perform academic tasks. They allow ELs to be assessed in their general education classes based on their
current English language proficiency level rather than being penalized for their lack of English language
proficiency.
There are two options on the report card:
1. Along with grades, EL is in the pull down menu for all subject areas on the report card. The
report card key reads “EL=English Learner, needs more time to acquire the English language.”
2. There is a check box on report cards. It reads “This student is an English Learner. The student’s
work was accommodated to meet his/her level of English Proficiency.” This box should be
checked when accommodations are being made in the classroom.
Non-English Speaking (NES) English Learners:
The student’s First Marking Period:
• No grades-only EL for subject areas
• No effort grades required, but may be included
The student’s Second Marking Period:
• No grades-only EL for subject areas (math computation may be graded)
• Add effort grades
After the student’s Second Marking Period, grades can be added when appropriate.
Levels 1-5 English Learners Being Pulled for Services:
No grade lower than a C or P should be given to an English Learner, unless the report card descriptor
indicates grade level. If an EL cannot earn these grades on his/her own, classroom accommodations
NEED to be made. If the EL is receiving accommodations in the classroom, grades NEED to be
accompanied by a checkmark in the English Language Learner Box.
Only exceptions: (Must consult with ELD staff and/or Principal)
• When the grade is because of a lack of student effort
• When the lower grade is not due to English proficiency
• A student that is not progressing at all, even with accommodations, and is possibly being
considered for Special Education
Level 4-6 English Learners Not Being Pulled for Services:
No grade lower than a C or P should be given to an English Learner, unless the report card descriptor
indicates grade level.
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