This is why the 10-point grading scale should be a nationwide policy. It will motivate students to know that they have reached the traditional threshold that will result in success.

The S.C. Department of Education is considering adopting a new grading system for public schools, replacing the current seven-point grading scale with a 10-point scale.

PORTSMOUTH — The high school's grade scale committee is recommending a modified 10-point grade scale to be implemented next ... B and C letter grades, but keeps standard for passing at 70 percent.