This document provides interim guidelines for assessment and grading in light of the Basic Education Learning Continuity Plan for the 2020-2021 school year due to COVID-19. It outlines that assessment should be holistic, authentic, and prioritize formative assessment to support student learning. Assessment and grading should be a shared responsibility between teachers, students, and families. Schools should adopt flexible practices to account for the challenges of distance and blended learning while still meeting learning standards. The guidelines are intended to ensure fair assessment and focus on student development during this difficult time.