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The Grazing Ram: Why We Should Get Rid of Gradeless Classrooms
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[Editor’s Note: This is the first installment of “The Grazing Ram,” a new opinion column by New Canaan High School sophomore Leo Mikkola-Patel.]
Breakdown of the Gradeless Classroom Grading System
The gradeless classroom grading system is used in some English classrooms at New Canaan High School. This has been in place for a number of years. Throughout the marking period, students complete assignments which are put into the gradebook. These assignments typically are marked as ‘complete’ and have feedback on them, but point values are not attached. During the marking period, teachers assess students on their performance, keeping note on specific categories such as work ethic, timeliness and quality of work. At the end of the marking period, students reflect on their performance throughout the quarter.