Grading Protocols

Bellport High School
Final Grade Calculation 
Each of the four marking period grades will represent 25% of the Final Grade for a
full-year course, and each of the two marking period grades will represent 50% of the
Final Grade for a one-semester course.

Marking Period Grade Categories 
For all courses, the calculation of the Marking Period Grade will be determined by using the following categories and percentages:
❖ 30% Assignments – this may include class assignments, science labs, performance tasks, concert participation,
and other student work
❖ 50% Assessments – this may include summative tests and quizzes, projects, music lesson participation, and other assessments
❖ 20% Participation and Engagement – This category will measure on-task effort and active presence. These tasks
will be comprised of in class formative activities that are graded on completion not accuracy. These formative
activities may not be made up due to unexcused absences. This may include homework, student reflections, and
other activities

Marking Period Grade Safety Net 
Full-Year Courses
❖ A Safety Net of 55 will apply to Marking Periods 1, 2, and 3
❖ There will be no Safety Net for Marking Period 4
One-Semester Courses
❖ Semester 1: A Safety Net of 55 will apply to Marking Period 1, with no Safety Net for Marking Period 2
❖ Semester 2: A Safety Net of 55 will apply to Marking Period 3, with no Safety Net for Marking Period 4
Course Weights 
All courses will receive a weighted final average as outlined in the Course Description Guide.
❖ Regents - 1.0
❖ Honors - 1.05
❖ Advanced Placement - 1.1