Ditching Grading Periods with Mike Kelly Transformative Principal 086

Mike Kelly - Principal Eyer Middle School. East Penn School District. Mike on Twitter: @principalmkelly Mike’s Blog

The importance of blogging and reflection, sharing learning.
Personal growth mindset post.
The end of marking periods.
Starting removal of marking periods in 6th grade!
Arbitrary dates to complete learning on certain topics.
Extended learning program greatly reduces academic failures.
Many additional clubs and activities are offered.
“Required” extended learning program.
Perception of ELP.
Time and support are the variables and learning is the constant.
How to prepare for big changes in schools.
Parent concerns about end of marking periods.
Start with small parent groups.
How to gain teacher support for the end of marking periods.
The case against 0
The power of 0
Retesting and redo
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