High School Grading Debate

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Listen Monday, Jun. 16, 2008 at 12:06 p.m. in Education

As school lets out for the summer and teachers prepare report cards, a debate is simmering in Fairfax County over what it takes to get an A. Some parents are worried that a tough grading scale makes their kids less competitive for college admissions. We explore how local high schools grade their students and how colleges interpret those grades.

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Guests

Marcy Newberger

Co-founder, Fairgrade

Pat Murphy

Assistant Superintendent, Department of Accountability, Fairfax County Public Schools

Barmak Nassirian

Associate Executive Director, American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers

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