Lesson Plan
Session 1: Understanding Grade Scales
Students will learn to read percentage grade scales, identify letter-grade thresholds, and understand the minimum grade required to earn high school credit.
By mastering how grades translate into credit eligibility, students develop self-monitoring skills to track their progress and set goals for success now and in high school.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Launch & Warm-Up
2 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Grade Scales
4 minutes
Step 3
Explore Credit Thresholds
3 minutes
Step 4
Quick Debrief
1 minute
Slide Deck
Understanding Grade Scales and High School Credit
Lesson Objectives
Percentage to Letter Grade Chart
Credit-Earning Threshold
Example Calculation
Reflection & Next Steps
Worksheet
Discussion
Activity
Script
Lesson Plan
Session 2: Projecting Grade Goals
Students will learn to calculate the grade they need on upcoming assignments to reach the minimum percentage required for high school credit and set actionable study goals.
By projecting future grades and identifying target scores, students build goal‐setting and self‐monitoring skills that help ensure they stay on track for credit in high school.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Recap & Warm-Up
2 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Projection Concept
3 minutes
Step 3
Individual Practice
3 minutes
Step 4
Partner Reflection & Debrief
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Projecting Grade Goals
Lesson Objectives
Grade Projection Formula
Example Calculation
Your Turn: Practice
Worksheet
Discussion
Script
