Academics
Academic Departments |Grading Policy |Guidance
Service Hours | Graduation Requirements
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Grading Scale
Achievement marks are given in letters corresponding to the following percents:
| Grade | Percent | Value |
| A+ | 99-100 | 4.4 |
| A | 95-98 | 4.0 |
| A- | 93-94 | 3.6 |
| B+ | 91-92 | 3.4 |
| B | 87-90 | 3.0 |
| B- | 85-86 | 2.6 |
| C+ | 82-84 | 2.4 |
| C | 77-81 | 2.0 |
| C- | 75-76 | 1.6 |
| D+ | 73-74 | 1.4 |
| D | 70-72 | 1.4 |
| D- | 69 | .6 |
| F | Less than or equal to 68 | |
| I | Incomplete | |
Grades are determined on the basis of all the work of a particular period: daily work, assignments, class participation, and quiz and test grades.
Weighted Grades
Some grades are "weighted" in value. The curriculum guide indicates the weighted values of grades in all courses. Honors and advanced placement (AP) courses use a 5.0 = A weighted system. Modified courses use a 3.0 = A weighted system. students are provided with weighted cumulative grade point averages (GPAs). The weighted CPA is used to calculate class rank. Credit cannot be given for the same academic class twice. Any grade below "C" will not carry an accelerated grade.
Academic Grading System
A |
Superior | The student more than meets the expectations of the teacher. Given the nature of the class, the work is of superior quality. The student has turned work in on time and shows mastery of the subject matter. The student usually works independently. |
B |
Above Average | The student meets the expectations of the teacher. The required work is above average in quality and is turned in on time. |
C |
Average | The student satisfactorily complete the required work. The work is generally done on time and is of average quality. The student shows achievement. |
D |
Below Average, but passing | The student is not doing all the assigned work or is inconsistent in doing work and is dependent on others. |
F |
Failing | The student does not meet minimum standards required for passing. S/he consistently submits unsatisfactory work or does not do all assigned work. The student shows lack of interest, attention, and/or attendance. |
I |
Incomplete | The student fails to complete essential assignments because of extenuating circumstances such as sickness, death in the family, etc. All work must be completed within seven school days or the grade becomes an F. |
Behavior Grading System
P |
Passing | Student meets or exceeds the expectations of the teacher. |
P- |
Some concerns overall. Best to make contact with the teacher. | |
U |
Unsatisfactory | Teacher/parent contact needed. |
Semester Exams/Averages
The semester exam schedule allows for careful reviewing and tutoring. The semester exam grade counts one-fifth and each quarter grade counts two-fifths of each semester grade. Semester grades are recorded on the student's permanent academic record.
Seniors may be exempted from the second semester final exam if they carry an "A" average and upon the approval of the classroom teacher.
Students have access to and are encouraged to utilize the school guidance counselor. The guidance office:
- Assist in maintaining and updating all scholastic and test records, as well as documentation of service hours.
- Assists in fulfilling all transcript and record requests.
- Schedules all students in their classes.
- Ensures all students are scheduled to complete requirements for graduation and, if desired, requirements for college entrance.
- Consults with students and parents as needed.
- Provides for career education and character education activities.
- Provides information and coordination of student participation in test.
- Provides students with college and financial aid counseling.
- Assists in computing and maintaining grades, CPA and class rank.
- Provides information for awards presented by outside agencies as well as scholarships.
- Assists in reviewing and updating the curriculum guide on and annual basis.
- Coordinates the development of a master schedules with the principal.
- Provides personal counseling and makes referrals to outside agencies as appropriate.
- Increases professional competency by attending workshops, taking college courses, reading professional journals, etc.
Students attending RCHS are required to serve 15 hours of volunteer service each year as part of their gradation requirement. Then hours must be applied to community service, and five hours may be applied to school- or church-related activities. sErvice hours must be accrued outside of class time. Service hours must be approved by the guidance counselor, the theology teachers, or the principal. SErvice hours will be reported to parents/guardians quarterly on the report card. Individuals not completing this requirement will not receive end-of-the-year report cards, transcripts, or gradate, until completed. Service hours re coordinated by the guidance counselor.
The number of credits required for graduation from RCHS is 25. The following required courses must be included:
| 4 credits in Theology and Religious Arts | 2 credits in Science |
| 4 credits in English | 3 credits in Math (Algebra I, Geometry are required) |
| 3 1/2 credits in Social Studies: | 1 credit in Arts (chorus, band, art, drama & theatre) |
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2 credits in Physical Education |
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1 credit in Freshman Skills (Study, LIbrary, Computer, Communication) |
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1/2 credit in Health |
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College-bound students must check entrance requirements at individual colleges. most colleges suggest the following as the minimum preparation for admission:
English- 4 years
Science- 3 years of lab science
Math- 3 years beginning with Algebra I
Social Science- 3 years
Foreign Language- 2 years of same language
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