Should schools eliminate "D" grades?

"D" grades, should they even have the honor to be called a grade? I think not, "D" grades should be eliminated from school grading because it provides enough COMPENSATION to the students that think they do not have to apply themselves. It is a lazy way of passing and as a matter of fact, it is not really passing, it is the bridge between passing and failing. Also it is irrelevant for teachers to give "D" grades to students that do not put effort into their own grade. Another reason is because if INITIALLY the student starts the year with no "D" grades being availiable, then the student will create a habit of either earning "F" and below grades or "C" and above grades. For example, Shanika went to a middle school where "D" grades were not acceptable and she feels good that she now has the habit of working for good grades. Also if the bar of expectation is risen then the bar of passing students will to because students will INTERACT with the teacher so that they can not fail. So in conclusion, "D" grades should be eliminated from school grading.

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Academic Language Week 29 - School Conferences

Should parents face jail time for missing their child's school conference? I think parents should not face jail time for missing their child's school conference because it is not reasonable! One reason is that it really isn't that much of a deal to go to your child's school. Another reason is that parents might have work and they should not miss hours of work because hey need money for their daily life, such as buying groceries and refill the gas in your car. Parents might not be able to TRANSFER themselves to the child's school because for their personal reasons. Additionally, the parent might be able to SEEK other ways to keep in touch with the student's school not only my going there, but by calling. There are a lot of RESOURCES to the parents, and a lot consequences other then gonig to jail. In conclusion, I honestly think parents should NOT face persion.

Trayvon Martin Paragraph

Do you think George Zimmerman should be charged with murder for shooting Trayvon Martin? George Zimmerman should be charged with murder for shooting Trayvon Martin. For example, Trayvon Martin hasn't done anything wrong ti make George feel threatened. This shows that George had no right to shoot Trayvon. This also shows that George just wanted to shoot Trayvon because of the way he dressed and probably of the his race too. Additionally, Trayvon had only Skittles and an Iced Tea can, there is not way he wouldv'e ever done anything to make George shoot him. This shows that George is guilty! George was the one who followed Trayvon. This also shows that George isn't an innocent  "loser" because if he really felt threatened and in gander, he wouldv'e ran instead of "following" Trayvon. It is important for teenagers to follow this story because this could happen to any of us or your loved ones.

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Academic Language Week 27 - Drug-Sniffing Dogs

Should Global Positioning System (GPS) devices be required for habitually truant students? No, GPS devices should not be required for habitually truant students. One reason is that it can cause a distraction. Another reason is that it won't be fair for the students who are actually CONDUCTING themselves well. Additionally, one ELEMENT of this problem is that students might just ditch and not care about nobody.  Also, teachers should be ADMINISTRATING  about tests instead of paying attention to students who are making negative choices. 

Rain, Vacation, or Zombies vs Vampires Blog Post Paragraph

Rainy days are relaxing. For example, you would sit home rapped up in your blanket drinking hot coco. This shows that you are comfortable and relaxed and enjoying the outside weather. Additionally, it will be a relaxing day because you get to hear the rain drops and you can smell the fresh air. The sun is there but might not be shiny. The next time it rains, I hope I sit out in the porch with my hot coco in my hand and listening to music enjoying life!