How It Works

Q: What is the purpose of having these grades?
A: The simple explanation: As the assignments are optional, we need a way to encourage you to submit assignments and critique other members' submissions. Plus, it adds a little more fun!

Q: How do I move to the next year?
A: You receive points for participating in club activities. The points are awarded as follows:
Completing assignment - 5 points
Critiquing submission - 2 points
Creating lesson plan - 10 points
Contests - Club contests will have points awarded for both entries and winners. Each contest will be different though, so you'll have to see the contest journal for more details!

Q: How many points do I need to advance to the next year?
A: You need a certain amount of points to advance to each year. These points are accumulative. (example: To advance from second year to third year, you only need another 20 points, not 30. In other words, you keep your points from year to year)
First Year - 0 points
Second Year - 10 points
Third Year - 25 points
Fourth Year - 40 points
Fifth Year - 60 points
Sixth Year - 80 points
Seventh Year - 110 points
Grad - 150 points
It may seem like a lot, but it'll go pretty quickly I think, especially when you take into account bonus points for contests and other miscellaneous events.

Q: Do we get anything for going up a year?
A: Well, you get the satisfaction of knowing that your hard work is paying off...no? Not doing it for ya?
Ok, I guess we should put up some extra incentive for you guys. Here's what we've got so far:
First Year - Nothing for freshmen, sorry!
Second Year
Third Year
Fourth Year - Once you reach fourth year, you are allowed to submit lesson plans of your very own design!
Fifth Year
Sixth Year
Seventh Year - Upon reaching seventh year, you can choose one of your deviations from your own gallery, and we will feature it in the homeroom journal!
Grad - Massive feature and writeup in the homeroom journal!
That's about all we've got for now. If anybody thinks of any other ideas, drop a note or comment in this journal!


Assignments Doing the assignments is the best way to gain points and experience, so check it out!! Current assignment due: March 1st
Roll Call See your fellow students!
Class Rules Rules on joining, critiquing, and submissions.
Making the Grade A quick explanation of Class 37's grade system.
Extra Credit Contest Info!! Current contest ends: March 1st
Further Reference Links to some awesome tutorials here on dA and other sites!