Maintains that a weighted grading system may be more suitable in situations where traditional grading seems inadequate. Describes two categories of weighted systems: the multiplicative system and the additive system. (SR)

Describes a program developed at Christian County High School in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, that utilizes three different levels of instruction with two different curriculums under each level to meet the differing needs of students. (SR)

When traditional grading seems inadequate, a weighted grading system may be more suitable. But a school district interested in trying a weighted system must devise a program reflecting its own needs. Two categories of weighted systems, designated here the multiplicative system and the additive system, are considered. (Author/RK)

Discusses grading in elementary and secondary schools, focusing on the following topics: combining and weighting data, grading criteria, absolute grade standards, relative grade standards, contracting for grades, mastery and continuous progress grading, grading for effort or improvement, report cards, and procedures for grading students. (SR)