4

Advanced

Performing at a superior level of achievement

Reader consistently and thoroughly comprehends and processes main and subordinate ideas in a variety of written works; consistently engages in thoughtful reflection and draws logical conclusions from written material; consistently makes clear associations between literature and life.

     3

Proficient

Performing at a level of achievement expected to be attained by all students

Reader frequently and effectively comprehends and processes main and subordinate ideas in a variety of written works; frequently engages in thoughtful reflection and draws logical conclusions from written material; usually makes clear associations between literature and life.

     2

Progressing

Making progress towards expected level of achievement

Reader occasionally comprehends and processes main and subordinate ideas in a variety of written works; occasionally engages in thoughtful reflection and draws logical conclusions from written material; sometimes makes clear associations between literature and life.

     1

Needs Imp.

Still learning; still needing to make progress towards expected level

Reader rarely comprehends and processes main and subordinate ideas in a variety of written works; does not yet engage in thoughtful reflection nor draw logical conclusions from written material; makes few clear associations between literature and life.

     4

Advanced

Performing at a superior level of achievement

Writer consistently and thoroughly communicates original thoughts and learned information in a manner appropriate to the audience; demonstrates strengths in organization, content development, and mechanics; analyzes and synthesizes information; expresses ideas in rich and creative language.

     3

Proficient

Performing at a level of achievement expected to be attained by all students

Writer frequently and effectively communicates original thoughts and learned information in a manner appropriate to the audience; demonstrates good organization, content development, and mechanics; analyzes information; expresses ideas in appropriate and creative language.

     2

Progressing

Making progress towards expected level of achievement

Writer occasionally communicates original thoughts and learned information in a manner appropriate to the audience; is beginning to demonstrate good organization, content development, and mechanics; is beginning to show analytical skills; expresses ideas in simplistic language.

     1

Needs Imp.

Still learning; still needing to make progress towards expected level

Writer rarely communicates original thoughts and learned information in a manner appropriate to the audience; shows limited organization, content development, and mechanics; does not yet show analytical skills; expresses ideas in simplistic language.

     4

Advanced

Performing at a superior level of achievement

Speaker consistently and thoroughly engages listeners by communicating appropriate oral messages to audiences; establishes a precise focus; always connects ideas; leaves a strong, positive impression on the listener; consistently understands and respectfully responds to listener feedback.

     3

Proficient

Performing at a level of achievement expected to be attained by all students

Speaker frequently and effectively engages listeners by communicating appropriate oral messages to audiences; establishes a clear focus; usually connects ideas; leaves a good impression on the listener; frequently understands and respectfully responds to listener feedback.

     2

Progressing

Making progress towards expected level of achievement

Speaker occasionally engages listeners by communicating oral messages to audiences; establishes a general focus; sometimes connects ideas; leaves a fair impression on the listener; occasionally understands and respectfully responds to listener feedback.

     1

Needs Imp.

Still learning; still needing to make progress towards expected level

Speaker rarely engages listeners by communicating oral messages to appropriate audiences; has yet to establish a focus; rarely connects ideas; leaves an inadequate impression on the listener; needs to understand and respond respectfully to listener feedback.

     4

Advanced

Performing at a superior level of achievement

Student consistently and thoroughly identifies and describes the problem; gathers, organizes, and presents information from a variety of sources; extends and refines knowledge using appropriate thinking skills; evaluates alternative conclusions; independently identifies and reflects on the strengths and weaknesses of the process..

     3

Proficient

Performing at a level of achievement expected to be attained by all students

Student frequently and effectively identifies and describes the problem; gathers and presents information from a variety of sources; selects and organizes information in support of a conclusion; reflects on the strengths and weaknesses of the process.

     2

Progressing

Making progress towards expected level of achievement

Student occasionally identifies and describes the problem; is learning to gather information from a variety of sources; is working to organize information in support of a probable conclusion; reflects on the process.

     1

Needs Imp.

Still learning; still needing to make progress towards expected level

Student rarely identifies and describes the problem; needs more experience in gathering information; has yet to organize information in support of a probable conclusion; has yet to recognize the necessity for reflection.

     4

Advanced

Performing at a superior level of achievement

Student consistently and thoroughly appreciates cultural and artistic works and experiences; seeks opportunities to expand artistic knowledge; understands and enjoys the aesthetic experience; consistently relates artistic experiences to other disciplines; critically evaluates various art forms.

     3

Proficient

Performing at a level of achievement expected to be attained by all students

Student usually appreciates cultural and artistic works and experiences; takes advantage of opportunities to expand artistic knowledge; enjoys the aesthetic experience; sometimes relates artistic experiences to other disciplines; evaluates various art forms.

     2

Progressing

Making progress towards expected level of achievement

Student occasionally appreciates cultural and artistic works and experiences; needs to take greater advantage of opportunities to expand artistic knowledge; sometimes enjoys the aesthetic experience; rarely relates artistic experiences to other disciplines; is beginning to evaluate various art forms.

     1

Needs Imp.

Still learning; still needing to make progress towards expected level

Student rarely appreciates cultural and artistic works and experiences; needs to take greater advantage of opportunities to expand artistic knowledge; rarely enjoys the aesthetic experience; has difficulty relating artistic experiences to other disciplines; needs to develop skills to evaluate various art forms.

     4

Advanced

Performing at a superior level of achievement

Student consistently and thoroughly affirms the value of establishing and achieving goals; consistently sets clear priorities and expectations that are challenging; maintains an exemplary lifestyle; uses wise judgment to make decisions; consistently leads and contributes as a part of a team; clearly understands the responsibilities of adulthood; consistently accesses opportunities for self-growth.

     3

Proficient

Performing at a level of achievement expected to be attained by all students

Student affirms the value of establishing and achieving goals; usually sets clear priorities and expectations that are challenging; maintains a healthy lifestyle; usually uses good judgment to make decisions; occasionally leads and frequently contributes as a part of a team; understands the responsibilities of adulthood; frequently accesses opportunities for self-growth.

     2

Progressing

Making progress towards expected level of achievement

Student understands the value of establishing and achieving goals; sets priorities and expectations that are reasonable; is working to maintain a healthy lifestyle; occasionally uses good judgment to make decisions; rarely leads and occasionally contributes as a part of a team; is beginning to understand the responsibilities of adulthood; sometimes accesses opportunities for self-growth.

     1

Needs Imp.

Still learning; still needing to make progress towards expected level

Student needs to establish goals, priorities, and expectations that are reasonable; needs to establish a healthy lifestyle; needs help in using good judgment to make decisions; rarely leads and contributes as a part of a team; needs to understand the responsibilities of adulthood; rarely accesses opportunities for self-growth.

     4

Advanced

Performing at a superior level of achievement

Student consistently and thoroughly uses appropriate technologies, within and beyond the curriculum; uses a wide variety of computer applications and the Internet; consistently exhibits the skills necessary to use a variety of hardware and accessories; does comprehensive troubleshooting; is able to teach these skills to others.

     3

Proficient

Performing at a level of achievement expected to be attained by all students

Student frequently and effectively uses appropriate technologies, within and beyond the curriculum; uses many different computer applications and the Internet; exhibits the skills necessary to use a variety of hardware and accessories; does selected troubleshooting.

     2

Progressing

Making progress towards expected level of achievement

Student occasionally uses appropriate technologies, within and beyond the curriculum; uses few computer applications and the Internet; uses some hardware and accessories; does limited troubleshooting.

     1

Needs Imp.

Still learning; still needing to make progress towards expected level

Student rarely uses appropriate technologies, within and beyond the curriculum; uses very few computer applications and the Internet; seldom uses hardware and accessories; has yet to develop troubleshooting skills.

     4

Advanced

Performing at a superior level of achievement

Student thoroughly articulates the purpose of government, the function of a constitution, and the operation of various systems of government; convincingly defends positions relating to civic responsibility and the political process; consistently demonstrates the ability to act thoughtfully and responsibly as a model citizen.

     3

Proficient

Performing at a level of achievement expected to be attained by all students

Student effectively articulates the purpose of government, the function of a constitution, and the operation of various systems of government; defends positions relating to civic responsibility and the political process; frequently demonstrates the ability to act thoughtfully and responsibly as a citizen.

     2

Progressing

Making progress towards expected level of achievement

Student is beginning to understand the purpose of government, the function of a constitution, and the operation of various systems of government; is developing positions relating to civic responsibility and the political process; is learning the responsibilities of a respectful citizen.

     1

Needs Imp.

Still learning; still needing to make progress towards expected level

Student has yet to understand the purpose of government, the function of a constitution, and the operation of various systems of government; needs to understand civic responsibility and the political process.