Understanding Standards-Based Grading
Standards-Based Grading (SBC) assesses how well your child meets specific learning targets using a three-point scale: M (Proficient), P (Partially Meets Standard), and N (Not Meeting). This system focuses on academic mastery rather than averaged scores, providing a clear roadmap of your child’s strengths and areas for growth.
Why SBC Matters for Struggling Learners
Unlike traditional grading, SBC allows multiple assessment opportunities throughout the year to reach “end of year” standards. This flexibility supports struggling students with tailored interventions, tracked via Infinite Campus, ensuring timely support.
Since all standards are considered ‘end of year’ goals, a struggling student might fall behind early, making it critical to intervene before the year’s end.
Laura Lurns · Learning Success expert
Strategies to Support Your Struggling Child
Collaborate with Teachers: Discuss proficiency scales and seek tailored strategies.
Create a Consistent Learning Routine: Use small, manageable tasks to build confidence.
Focus on Mastery, Not Perfection: Celebrate progress from N to P.
Leverage Resources: Monitor Infinite Campus and explore tutoring options.
Encourage a Growth Mindset: Foster resilience with positive reinforcement.
Key takeaways
- Monitor Progress Early: Regularly check grades to spot struggles quickly.
- Collaborate with Teachers: Work with teachers to understand and address gaps.
- Focus on Growth: Celebrate small steps toward meeting year-end standards.
What to Expect and When
Starting 2023-2024, see SBC grades on assignments, assessments, and Infinite Campus. Quarterly grade cards summarize progress—use this feedback to address struggles early.
A Personal Approach to Success
With patience and collaboration, SBC empowers struggling students to achieve proficiency. Your involvement is key to their success.
A supportive home environment can mitigate these effects, per the American Psychological Association.
Laura Lurns · Learning Success expert
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Your school district must evaluate your child free of charge if you ask in writing, whatever your income and whatever the outcome (US, 34 CFR 300.111 and 300.301(b)). That route takes time and answers a different question than you do. This one starts today, from what you already know.
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A screener is a starting point, not a diagnosis. If your child might need formal accommodations (an IEP or 504 plan), or you suspect a vision, hearing or medical cause, pursue a professional evaluation too. That is the only route to those supports.
