Improving Academic Results

Menihek High School

Menihek High School is
dedicated to providing our students with the opportunity to demonstrate their
commitment to their education.  Each
time a student is evaluated there is an opportunity for the student to
indicate how much of the curriculum outcomes they have mastered.  Any time a student does not perform to
their own expectations or capabilities, we offer
ways for them to improve on their performance.

Menihek High School has
always given students extra chances to improve upon their academic
performance.  Parents, and even
students, may not have been fully aware of this.  As a result we have formalized the process
by which students can improve their academic results in all subject areas.

As a school, we believe in
and stand by giving students a chance to improve marks received on all unit
tests, formal exams and assignments.
It is the responsibility of the student to inform their teacher any
time they wish to improve a particular mark.

The school will assist;
however, the ultimate responsibility rests with the student.  To help ensure their success, it is
important to note that:

·
When Students are absent from class, they
are responsible for getting notes and handouts and inquiring about any other
important information given to the class during their absence.

·
All Students are strongly encouraged to see
their teachers for extra help when necessary.

Curriculum
areas can vary greatly in the types of evaluation used.  As such, each of our four academic
departments (English, Math, Science and Social Studies) has
tailored mechanisms to fit its own needs.

English Language Arts

If
a zero (0) has been entered as a result of not completing or submitting work,
or if a student wishes to improve any particular mark, they may consult with
their teacher as to how to proceed.
Any or all of the following conditions may apply at the discretion of,
and in consultation with, student and the teacher, in the best interest of
the student.

1.         All class notes
pertaining to that unit must be up to date.  The teacher can be consulted regarding
the best way for the student to accomplish this.

2.         Any related
assignments must be completed.  A
Zero (0) will be recorded for missing assignments until they are submitted
for grading.

·
Assignments will be accepted up to the testing
deadline for a term.  Following
this, students must consult with their teacher to determine how to make up
for missed work.

3.         A redo of a test
or assignment will be scheduled at a time that is convenient for the teacher.

4.         At the discretion
of the teacher, and in consultation with the student, marks can be
redistributed to the midyear or final exams in lieu of redoing a separate
test or assignment.

Mathematics

If
a zero (0) has been entered as a result of not completing or submitting work,
or if a student wishes to improve any particular mark, they may consult with
their teacher as to how to proceed.
Any or all of the following conditions may apply at the discretion of,
and in consultation, with student and the teacher, in the best interest of
the student.

1.
Under normal
circumstances, the student should approach the teacher to discuss       conditions of
retest within two weeks of receiving grade on a test or assignment.

2.         All class notes pertaining
to that unit must be up to date.
The teacher can be consulted on the best way for the student to
accomplish this.

3.         Any related
assignments must be completed.

4.         All assigned
homework for that unit has be completed.

5.         Additional
practice exercises may be assigned.

6.         Students must
arrange for extra help with the teacher or a tutor if deemed necessary.

7.         A redo of a test
or assignment will be scheduled at a time that is convenient for the teacher.

8.         At the discretion
of the teacher, and in consultation with the student, marks can be
redistributed to the midyear or final exams in lieu of redoing a separate
test or assignment.

Science

If
a zero (0) has been entered as a result of not completing or submitting work,
or if a student wishes to improve any particular mark, they may consult with
their teacher as to how to proceed.
Any or all of the following conditions may apply at the discretion of,
and in consultation, with student and the teacher, in the best interest of
the student.

1.         Late Assignment
(not passed back):

The
assignment will be accepted

2.         Late Assignment
(passed back):

A
replacement assignment will be given or the student will complete the
original assignment after school in the presence of the teacher.

3.         Missed Test:

·
Student writes
outside of class time on a date decided upon by teacher.

·
Student is
given ample time to rearrange work schedule to be able to write the test.

4.         Missed Lab:

·
Student does lab
after school at a time prearranged by teacher.

·
Student is
given ample time to rearrange work schedule to be able to do the lab.

5.         Low Mark:

·
(Re-writes) on
Test after completing extra work and /or by attending a tutorial or
tutorials.

·
Ample notice will
be given for students to arrange their schedules to accommodate writing the
test.

6.         Failing Mark on
First Term:

In
courses leading to a midyear and final exam, if there is a low mark first
term but an improvement on the midyear, the teacher may replace first term
mark with midyear mark.

7.         Overall Wishing
Improvement:

Extra
assignments or projects can be created for replacement marks

Social Studies

If
a zero (0) has been entered as a result of not completing or submitting work,
or if a student wishes to improve any particular mark, they may consult with
their teacher as to how to proceed.
Any or all of the following conditions may apply at the discretion of,
and in consultation, with student and the teacher, in the best interest of
the student.

1.         Tests:

·
Students must
ask for extra help for after school. This is to be arranged at the teacher's
convenience.

·
Students must
have review sheets completed (if given).

·
Students are to
write the test after school on the designated day.

2.         Assignments:

·       Assignments with no right/wrong answers will be
accepted up to the testing deadline for the term.

·
Assignments
will be accepted at a later date and credit given upon completion.

·       Assignments with right/wrong answers that have been returned
to students cannot normally be passed in for credit.  In consultation with their teacher, a
replacement assignment will be given or the  student will do the original
assignment after school in the teacher’s presence