EPISODE · Oct 20, 2025 · 41 MIN
145 - Grading Mistakes Teachers Make in Middle and High School
from Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators · host Christian Principals Podcast
Summary: In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll delve into the intricacies of grading in middle and high schools. They discuss common pitfalls such as grading for compliance over mastery, the importance of transparent grading criteria, and the need for feedback that fosters student growth. The conversation also highlights the role of school-specific mission statements in shaping grading practices and the significance of providing opportunities for students to learn from their mistakes. The episode concludes with a heartfelt prayer for educators and a spotlight on Dr. Alan G. Harris from Hope Christian School. This episode's Christian Administrator Spotlight goes out to Al Harris at Hope Christian School in Hanover, PA, and we also remember Josh Fenkhart, Lori Coblentz, and Meg Flowers in their times of need as fellow admin. Keywords: Grading philosophy, student growth, feedback, compliance vs. mastery, Christian education, school mission, grading criteria, educational leadership.Find Us On: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianPrincipalsPodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cprincipalspod/Email: [email protected]: www.christianprincipalspodcast.comX: @CPrincipalsPod LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/christian-principals-podcast/Visit www.herzogfoundation.com to learn more about what the Herzog Foundation provides for YOUR Christian School!
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Summary: In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll delve into the intricacies of grading in middle and high schools. They discuss common pitfalls such as grading for compliance over mastery, the importance of transparent grading criteria, and the need for feedback that fosters student growth. The conversation also highlights the role of school-specific mission statements in shaping grading practices and the significance of providing opportunities for students to learn from their mistakes. The episode concludes with a heartfelt prayer for educators and a spotlight on Dr. Alan G. Harris from Hope Christian School. This episode's Christian Administrator Spotlight goes out to Al Harris at Hope Christian School in Hanover, PA, and we also remember Josh Fenkhart, Lori Coblentz, and Meg Flowers in their times of need as fellow admin. Keywords: Grading philosophy, student growth, feedback, compliance vs. mastery, Christian education, school mission, grading criteria, educational leadership.Find Us On: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianPrincipalsPodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cprincipalspod/Email: [email protected]: www.christianprincipalspodcast.comX: @CPrincipalsPod LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/christian-principals-podcast/Visit www.herzogfoundation.com to learn more about what the Herzog Foundation provides for YOUR Christian School!
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