1. What is the Beeman Broward Grade Calculator?

The Beeman Broward Grade Calculator combines quarter grades, midterm, and final exam into a final grade for Broward County schools following the district's specific grading policy and the 2/3 rule requirement.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Broward County formula:

Where:

• Q1 — Quarter 1 grade points
• Q2 — Quarter 2 grade points
• Midterm — Midterm exam points
• Final — Final exam points

2/3 Rule: If a student earns less than 2/3 of the total possible exam points, the final grade is automatically F regardless of the total points.

3. Importance of Grade Calculation

Details: Accurate grade calculation is essential for student progression, graduation requirements, and academic planning in Broward County schools.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter all point values as earned. Points should be entered based on the grading scale used by the teacher (typically out of 100 points per quarter/exam).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the 2/3 rule?
A: Students must earn at least 2/3 of the total possible exam points (midterm + final) to pass, regardless of their quarter grades.

Q2: How are points converted to letter grades?
A: Typically: A=360+ points, B=320-359 points, C=280-319 points, D=240-279 points, F=below 240 points.

Q3: Are all components weighted equally?
A: Typically, each quarter and exam contributes equally to the total points, but specific teachers may use different weighting.

Q4: What if I don't know my exact points?
A: Contact your teacher for precise point values as the calculation requires accurate data.

Q5: Does this calculator work for all Broward County schools?
A: While it follows district guidelines, individual schools or teachers may have variations in their grading policies.