8th Grade
8th Grade Teams
Academics
Info here about state standards, rigor and relevance.
8th Grade Pacing Guides
Click on the content below to review 2021-2022 pacing guides.
Grading
Middle school grading is a traditional grading (numeric) scale. Grades reflect student knowledge and should be indicative of standard mastery. Behavior and effort should not be reflected in student grades. The following grading system shall be used in the Gainesville Middle School.
Grading Scale
A:90-100 | B: 80-89 | C: 70-79 | F: Below 70
Grade Categories and Weighting
Summative: 45% Includes major tests and projects
Formative: 25% Includes quizzes and classroom assessments
Daily Work: 25% Includes classwork and homework
Exams: 5% Midterm and final exams
Assessments