What is Standards-Based Reporting? ! The purpose of standards-based reporting is to

align grading practices with content standards by more accurately measuring and reporting student proficiency in meeting those standards.

! Standards-based reports communicate current levels of proficiency as the student works toward specific learning targets developed from grade level standards.

! Standards-based reporting is different from traditional grading which gives a single letter or number for broad subject categories. Rather, the teacher assigns a proficiency level from 1-4 to indicate a student’s progress toward a standard.

! The report puts the emphasis on learning, rather than comparisons.

! Standards-based reporting clearly separates academic performance from work habits and behaviors that support learning. Both are reported, but separately.

Why a Standards-Based Report Card?

! The state of Illinois is encouraging a move toward standards-based reporting in order to align with standards-based instruction required by the Common Core.

! Research shows that students learn best when they

clearly understand what they are expected to know and do.

! Standards-based reporting clearly communicates

what students know, can do, and need to learn in relation to the standards.

! Reporting/grading is aligned with the Common Core,

state and national standards.

! Student learning is measured by formative checkpoints throughout instruction. There are a variety of opportunities for students to practice and master skills and concepts.

Standards-Based Reporting

A Guide for the D100 Community

 

The vision of District 100 is to rank within the top 25% of districts in the State of Illinois as evidenced by state testing.                

 

A Shift in Thinking Since standards-based grading is based on an expectation of growth, a “1” or “2” early in the year does not indicate poor performance (a “1” does not = “D”, and a “4” does not = “A”). Earning a score of “2” while learning a new concept or skill is appropriate. A “3” shows that a student is meeting the grade level expectation, and a “4” indicates expert application and work above and beyond grade level expectations.

A Message from the Superintendent Berwyn South School District 100 continues to put the needs of all students first. After much collaboration with staff, parents and members of the Berwyn community, we are implementing a new standards-based report card for the fy16 school year. The newly designed report card will align grading practices with the content standards and accurately measure and report student understanding and academic growth. Our strong relationships between staff and families will flourish as we continue to collaborate for the success of all students in District 100.

Stan Fields