Student Focus Groups - Round 2

• All students from the first round of focus groups were invited to participate.
• John Scopelleti met with 10 ninth-graders, 13 tenth-graders, 13 eleventh-graders, and 4 twelfth-graders. (A more specific demographic breakdown is available on the second tab of this Sheet.)
• Focus groups were held during Period 9 and were completely voluntary.
• Students overwhelmingly expressed support for the new grading practices. They agreed that the new system is more fair, accurate, and helpful.
• They pointed to the need for community education about what will change and why it’s being changed.

Student Focus Groups - Round 1

• Students volunteered in Wellness class and via a survey to participate in a focus group.
• Focus groups are held during Period 9 and are completely voluntary.
• John Scopelleti has met with 10th, 11th, and 12th graders already.
• 9th graders and make-up focus groups will be scheduled in January 2023.
• Some students have shared some powerful anecdotes about how grades are stressful, confusing, personal, and not focused on learning.