Category: Standards-Based Grading

STUDENT MADNESS BEYOND MARCH

Courtney Fenner April 14, 2025

The Rider’s Revelation The alarm buzzes at 5:15 a.m. Stephanie growls to herself and thinks, “But I just got to sleep!” At least that’s what

WHAT STUDENTS LOVE ABOUT THEIR TEACHERS’ GRADING

Courtney Fenner February 26, 2025

If you’ve read this blog before, it might seem like all we do is focus on the challenges in education–so many aspects that need transformation!

Three Surprise Benefits of Standards-Based Grading

Courtney Fenner January 27, 2025

New Year, New Possibilities Ahh, the first month of a brand new year! Everything feels new and promising, a blank slate, or, in the words

Boy writing in a notepad doing his school work such as spelling.

Beyond Points: Reimagining Homework for Authentic Learning in the AI Era

Chris Love September 30, 2024

As the manager of the coaching team at Crescendo Education Group, I’ve had the privilege of being a part of, and witness to, so many

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Navigating Shared Decision-Making in Schools: The Complexities of Grading Policies

Joe Feldman April 11, 2024

Who makes decisions in schools? Principals frequently promote “shared decision-making” or “distributed leadership” as a signal to teachers that their voices matter. A principal knows