How to Add Grades Per Learning Period in the Scout Gradebook

Last updated: February 27, 2026

This guide explains how to configure your gradebook to calculate grades Per Learning Period Average, organize assignments correctly, enter Learning Period grades, and confirm they are reflected in the overall course average.

Overview

When using Per Learning Period Average, Scout calculates the overall course grade based on the final grade entered for each Learning Period (LP), rather than calculating directly from individual assignment averages.

Step 1: Configure the Gradebook to “Per Learning Period Average”

Before entering grades, confirm your section is set to use this calculation method.

How to Configure

  1. Navigate to A students profile -> Gradebook Tab

  2. Select the desired section

  3. Click Configure Gradebook

  4. Locate Calculation Method

  5. Select Learning Period Average

  6. Click Save

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Once saved, Scout will calculate overall grades based on Learning Period grades.

Important: If this setting is not enabled, the gradebook will continue calculating from total points averages

Step 2: Group Assignments by Learning Period

Assignments must be assigned to a Learning Period for proper organization and reporting.

Select learning period as the assignment grouping in the gradebook and you'll be able to see all the assignments for that learning period. You can mark them as done, or bulk give them a grade from this view as well

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You can click the checkboxes to perform bulk actions on the assignments, like marking them all as submitted on the last day of the LP, or giving them all a grade.

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Step 3: Add a Grade for Each Learning Period

After assignments are organized and the Learning Period has concluded, you can enter final LP grades.

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Step 4: Confirm the Overall Average Updates

Once Learning Period grades are entered:

  • Scout automatically recalculates the Overall Course Grade

  • The Overall Grade column updates immediately

  • The grade is reflected in:

    • The Gradebook view

    • Student records

    • Report cards (if applicable)

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No additional action is required.