<p>oh dear, well I know in high school anyway, midterm grades were often lower than final reports. I don’t know if they graded more harshly midterms or D actually needed it as motivation.
I think it is a violation of FERPA however to notify parents of grades unless the student has signed a release. even though parents are footing the bill oftentimes, they are considered a third party when the student is an adult.</p>