There are no formal tests or examinations for our blooming buds of classes Pre-Nursery to V. The development in different skills of these kids is regularly communicated to parents through specially designed Progress and Performance Profiles of each student highlighting their skill acquisition in different domains viz; Language, Cognitive, Self-help skills alongwith their Physical, Personal, Social and Emotional Development through four Activity based Cycle evaluation placed after each theme of their respective curriculum.
Based on the new assessment model by CBSE, the class VI to X Examination has been restored w.e.f the Academic Year 2022-23.
Therefore the following changes are being introduced in the Evaluation Cycle of Grades VI to
X.
| Main Subjects | TERM-1 (100 marks) (1st half of the session) 20 marks Internal Assessment + 80 marks for Half Yearly Exam |
TERM-2 (100 marks) (2nd half of the session) 20 marks Internal Assessment + 80 marks for Annual Exam |
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| Hindi English Mathematics Science Social Science |
PT 1 (20 Marks) • Periodic Test 1 with syllabus covered till announcement of PT - 1 (Weightage out of 10 marks) • Note Book Submission 5 marks • Sub Enrichment Activities 5 marks |
Half Yearly Exam • Written exam for 80 marks with syllabus covered till announcement of Half Yearly exam dates by school |
PT 2 (20 Marks) • Periodic Test 1 with syllabus covered till announcement of PT - 2 (Weightage out of 10 marks) • Note Book Submission 5 marks • Sub Enrichment Activities 5 marks |
Annual Exam Written exam for 80 marks with syllabus coverage as below: Class VI: 10% of 1st term covering significant topics + entire syllabus of 2nd term (Unit 3 & 4) Class VII: 20% of 1st term covering significant topics + entire syllabus of 2nd term (Unit 3 & 4) |
| Soft Subjects Sanskrit French Computer |
PT 1 (10 Marks) (Weightage out of 5 marks) • Note Book Submission 2 marks at term end • Sub Enrichment 3 marks at term end |
Written Exam For | PT 2 (10 Marks) (Weightage out of 5 marks) • Note Book Submission 2 marks at term end • Sub Enrichment 3 marks at term end |
Class VIII: 30% of 1st term covering significant topics + entire syllabus of 2nd term (Unit 3 & 4) |
1. Grading Scale for Scholastic Areas : Periodic Test 1 (PT -1), Half-Yearly Exam & PT – 2 :
| MARKS RANGE | GRADE |
|---|---|
| 91-100 | A1 |
| 81-90 | A2 |
| 71-80 | B1 |
| 61-70 | B2 |
| 51-60 | C1 |
| 41-50 | C2 |
| 33-40 | D |
| 32 & below | E (Needs Improvement) |
As per the new assessment model, 5 marks have been allocated to notebook upkeep and submission. In each unit, the educator shall assess the notebooks towards the end of the unit on the following parameters:
(a) Neatness of handwriting-1 mark
(b) Regularity of submission-1 mark
(c) Task completion-1 mark
(d) Content Accuracy-1 mark
(e) Maintenance of workbook and other subject material (cover, label etc.)-1 mark.
For the final marks, the educator shall take an average of all the four units.
The formative assessments are now replaced with subject enrichment activities or assessments which will be subject specific and aimed at enhancing and understanding and skills of the students.
As per the new assessment model, 5 marks have been allocated for these subject enrichment activities in each term. These activities are different for various subjects as listed below:
| Subject | Enrichment Activity |
|---|---|
| Hindi & English | Speaking and listening skills development activities |
| Science | Practical Lab work and Projects |
| Math | Math Lab activities and Projects |
| Social Science | Map work & Project work |
For the holistic development of the student, co-curricular activities in the following areas will be carried out by the teachers and students will be graded term-wise on a 3-point grading scale (A=Outstanding, B=Very Good and C=Fair). The aspect of regularity, sincere participation, output and teamwork will be the generic criteria for grading in the following co-scholastic activities:
(a) Work Education - Work Education refers to skill-based activities resulting in goods or services useful to the community
(b) Art Education (Visual & Performing Art)
(c) Health and Physical Education (Sports/Martial Arts/Yoga/Scouts & Guides etc.)
The students will also be assessed for the discipline which will be based on the factors like attendance, sincerity, behaviour, values, tidiness, respectfulness for rules and regulations, attitude towards society, nation and others. Grading on Discipline will be done term-wise on a 3-point grading scale (A=Outstanding, B=Very Good and C=Fair)
Grades V to VIII will study English & Hindi as main languages and Sanskrit & French as additional languages to get equal exposure towards Indian & International Language Systems.
| Main Subjects | TERM-1 (100 marks) (1st half of the session) 20 marks Internal Assessment + 80 marks for Half Yearly Exam |
TERM-2 (100 marks) (2nd half of the session) 20 marks Internal Assessment + 80 marks for Annual Exam |
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| Hindi English Mathematics Science Social Science |
Internal Assessment PT 1 (20 Marks) (July) • Periodic Test 1 with syllabus covered till announcement of PT - 1 (Weightage out of 10 marks) • Note Book Submission 5 marks • Sub Enrichment Activities 5 marks |
Half Yearly Exam (September) • Written exam for 80 marks with syllabus covered till announcement of Half Yearly exam dates by school |
Internal Assessment PT 2 (20 Marks) (November) • Periodic Test 2 • 10 marks with syllabus covered till announcement of PT - 2 (Weightage out of 10 marks) • Note Book Submission 5 marks • Sub Enrichment Activities 5 marks |
Annual Exam (February) Written exam for 80 marks with syllabus coverage as below: Class IX: 100% syllabus of Term I + Term II. Pre-Board(January / February) Written exam for 80 marks with syllabus coverage as below: Class X: 100% of syllabus of Term I + II in Board Examination conducted by CBSE in March 2018. |
| Soft Subjects Information Technology |
PT 1 (10 Marks) (Weightage out of 5 marks) • Note Book Submission 2 marks at term end • Sub Enrichment 3 marks at term end |
Written Exam For | PT 2 (10 Marks) (Weightage out of 5 marks) • Note Book Submission 2 marks at term end • Sub Enrichment 3 marks at term end |
Students of Grade X will take Board Examination in March 2018 as per CBSE guidelines. |
| MARKS RANGE | GRADE |
|---|---|
| 91-100 | A1 |
| 81-90 | A2 |
| 71-80 | B1 |
| 61-70 | B2 |
| 51-60 | C1 |
| 41-50 | C2 |
| 33-40 | D |
| 32 & below | E (Failed) |
As per the new assessment model, 5 marks have been allocated to notebook upkeep and submission. In each unit, the educator shall assess the notebooks towards the end of the unit on the following parameters:
(a) Neatness of handwriting-1 mark
(b) Regularity of submission-1 mark
(c) Task completion-1 mark
(d) Content Accuracy-1 mark
(e) Maintenance of workbook and other subject material (cover, label etc.)-1 mark.
For the final marks, the educator shall take an average of all the four units.
The formative assessments are now replaced with subject enrichment activities or assessments which will be subject specific and aimed at enhancing and understanding and skills of the students.
As per the new assessment model, 5 marks have been allocated for these subject enrichment activities in each term. These activities are different for various subjects as listed below:
| Subject | Enrichment Activity |
|---|---|
| Hindi & English | Speaking and listening skills development activities |
| Science | Practical Lab work and Projects |
| Math | Math Lab activities and Projects |
| Social Science | Map work & Project work |
Schools should promote co-curricular activities for the holistic development of the student. These activities will be graded on a 5-point grading scale (A to E) and will have no descriptive indicators. No up scaling of grades will be done.
| Activity | To be graded on a 5-point scale (A-E) in School |
Areas and objectives (as prescribed in the Scheme of Studies for subjects of Internal Assessment) |
|---|---|---|
| Work Education | First Aid, SUPW etc. | Work education is a distinct curricular area for students for participation in social, economic and welfare activities. Student gets a sense of community service and develops self-reliance. |
| Art Education | Visual Art & Performing Art | Art Education constitutes an important area of curricular activity for development of wholesome personality of the students. Students will select one or more forms of creative arts. |
| Health & Physical Education | Sports/Martial Arts/Yoga/NCC/Scouts & Guide etc. | Health & Physical Activity preferably sports must be given a regular period. Students should be provided opportunities to get professionally trained in the area of their interest. Indigenous sports. Yoga and NCC is encouraged thus creating a sense of physical fitness, discipline, sportsmanship, patriotism, self-sacrifice and health care. |
Discipline significantly impacts career shaping and it helps build character. Sincerity, good behaviour and values develop strength and foster unity and co-operation. Therefore, the element of discipline has been introduced. Class teacher along with the School Counsellor will be responsible for grading the students on a Five-point scale (A to E) incorporating life skills training in the weekly timetable.
The assessment for class XI & XII is carried out by regularly placed Activities, Class-tests, Assignments, Projects, Mock tests and other Term based examinations. Students are also provided with series of Remedial and Enrichment worksheets according to their performance.
St. Mary’s Christian School follows an 8 periods, 5 days-a-week Schedule. This ‘5 days-a-week’ schedule aims at enabling the children spend more time to develop healthier relationships with the parents and others at home. This schedule aims at providing a complete weekend to the child which in turn ensures a complete home nurturing. It also leads to stronger family bonds and relations and there is sumptuous and sufficient time for Self- learning and growth. There is ample time to play, to learn, to discover and experience new things in life. Also, the School organizes various Educational tours and Enrichment workshops for students, teachers and parents on various Saturdays.
To ensure maximum and effective attainment of educational goals, parents are requested to take keen interest in academics and activities being done at School.
Also, provide a quiet and study-oriented environment at home to your child.
Design & follow a holistic timetable for your ward including time for HW, Self-Study, Indoor/Outdoor Playtime, TV, etc.
Wishing your child all the very best for a brilliant Academic Year 2022-23.
Best Regards
Principal
