Blanchet Catholic School Policies-Grading

Academics/Grading

The academic year includes two semesters. Progress reports will be mailed to parents every four-five weeks. At the end of each semester, a report card is mailed to parents evaluating progress in each subject area. Notice of these dates will be given in the school newsletters. Only the final grade for the semester is recorded and used to calculate the cumulative grade point average (GPA).

Awards

Academic awards are an important part of the Blanchet Catholic School experience. Each semester the school identifies those students who made the Honor Roll based on grade point averages. In addition to the Honor Roll, Blanchet recognizes student achievement with an annual award issued by each department at the mid-high and high-school levels. These awards, as well as scholarships and many other outside awards, are presented and celebrated at the awards assemblies.

Academic Probation

A student is placed on academic probation when he or she receives less than a C- average for a semester grading period. A student who is on academic probation must earn at least a C- average for the next semester grading period; otherwise, he or she will be academically expelled. Students must maintain at least a C- average to participate in extracurricular activities.

Academic Honesty

Honesty is the minimal expectation of all Blanchet students in the performance of all academic work. Cheating and plagiarism are forms of academic dishonesty. This includes copying the homework of classmates. Academic dishonesty is a severe infraction and students involved will be dealt with severely. Punishment may include detention, suspension and possible expulsion.