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Personal Essay 
Personal Essay
Breaking Barriers
Rubric Code: H7W975
By msmelissa
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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Personal Essay: Write a 5 paragraph essay describing a personal barrier/obstacle and the values you chose to use to overcome it.
  Great

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Fair

2 pts

Poor

1 pts

Followed Prompt

Student described a barrier and explained how at least 1 value help him/her work through it.
Great

Topic (barrier) is stated, explained, and clear through multiple examples. At least two values are chosen from "Jackie's Nine Values." Three supporting paragraphs contain evidence to support the topic.
Good

Topic (barrier) is somewhat clear. Supporting evidence is somewhat weak. Values are stated but not defined. Three supporting paragraphs do not support topic.
Fair

Topic (barrier) is weak or not clear. Evidence does not connect to the barrier or values. Supporting Paragraphs do not support the topic.
Poor

No topic (barrier). Evidence does not connect to the topic. Supporting paragraphs are off topic or disconnected.
Organization

Great

Essay is clearly organized. Has clear paragraphs that contain topic sentences, supporting details, and no extra information. Essay has three supporting paragraphs with a minimum of 5 paragraphs. Has a clear introduction and conclusion.
Good

Essay is organized. Paragraphing is clear with a topic sentence, supporting details,and no extra inormation. Essay has moderately supported body paragraphs. Has a topic and concluding paragraph.
Fair

Essay has some order, but needs revision. Attempts to use paragraphs and include a topic sentence with supporting details. Some extra information is included. Body paragraphs are not well supported and introduction/conclusion may be weak.
Poor

Essay is disorganized. Paragraphs lack topic sentences and supporting details. The main idea is missing from paragraphs.The topic is not supported by evidence.
Vocabulary and Voice

Students will use at least 3 vocabulary words and will use approriate voice.
Great

Uses more than 3 vocabulary words. No spelling errors and many verbs or adjectives are used.
Good

Uses 3 vocabulary words. No spelling errors. Many verbs or adjectives are used.
Fair

Uses less than 3 vocabulary words. Minimal spelling errors. Many verbs and adjectives are used.
Poor

No vocabulary words are used. Many spelling mistakes and verbs and adjectives are repetitive.
Conventons, Grammar, and Fluency

Great

Writing is logical and fluid. Many sentences begin differently. No grammar or punctuation errors. Commas are used correctly. ICMS conventions are followed.
Good

Writing is logical and fluid. Many sentences begin differently. Few grammar or punctuation errors. Commas are used correctly. ICMS conventions are followed.
Fair

Writing is logical but not always fluid. Many sentences begin differently. Many grammar and punctuation errors. Commas are used correctly. ICMS conventions are followed.
Poor

Writing is not logical or fluid. Sentences begin similar. Many grammar and punctuation errors. Commas are used incorrectly. ICMS conventions are not followed.
Format

Great

Essay is double spaced in Times New Roman 12 point font. Essay is at least 200 words long and does not exceed 700 words.
Essay is factual and based on students real life experience.
Good

Essay is not double spaced. It is typed in Times New Roman font and is at least 200 words. It does not exceed 700 words. Essay is factual and based on students real life experience.
Fair

Essay is not double spaced and or not typed in Times New Roman. It is between 200 and 700 words. The content is factual and based on students real life exprerience.
Poor

Essay is not double spaced and not typed in Times New Roman. It is less than 200 words or more than 700. The content is questionable and may not be factual or based on students real life experience.



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