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 How are grades
            determined? All assignments
            are given point values based on the quantity and difficulty of the
            work.  Each assignment can be categorized into one of the
            following types of assignments.  Each category is then weighted
            according to the chart below to determine the final grade: 
 
              
                
                  | Category | Value |  
                  | Homework | 10% |  
                  | Labs/Projects | 25% |  
                  | Tests /Quizzes | 45% |  
                  | Semester Exam | 20% |  Because of this weighting system, it
            can be difficult for students to keep track of their own
            grades.  To minimize this effect, and in an attempt to keep
            both students and parents informed of the student's progress, I post
            the current grades online at least once a week. 
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