Grading System

A = 90 – 100 B = 80 – 89 C = 74 –79 D = 70 – 73 F = <70

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENTS (TOTAL 45%) 30% - Performances/Rehearsals	See the Rehearsals and Performance Policy in the Band Handbook
15% - Projects/Written & Playing Tests	Projects focusing on music history, theory, composition, or careers will be assigned throughout the year and written tests will be given as periodically.
CLASSROOM ASSESSMENTS (TOTAL 35%) 5% - Rehearsal Competency	Be prepared for class. If you do not play for ANY reason on a given day (except a medical reason accompanied by a doctor’s note) 5 points will be deducted from this portion of your grade. This same rule applies if you are UNPREPARED for ANY reason (no reeds, no pencil, no music, etc.). Two “free” days will be given to cover emergencies. If there is a “long term” problem (e.g. broken bone, etc.), the “Project” percentage will be increased to 30%, and a revised project will be assigned. The director will consider exceptions on an individual basis.
30% - Pass-offs	Pass-off excerpts consisting of scales, rhythms, and playing exercises from method books or concert selections will be required each semester. See About Pass-offs for more details.
COMPREHENSIVE FINAL EXAM (TOTAL 20%)
10% - Written Final 10% - Peformance Final	Semester test covering all material for semester