Enhance grade messaging logic to handle conditional grades and improve numeric comparisons for performance feedback

app.py

@@ -177,17 +177,29 @@ def main():
                     else:
                         st.write(remarks)
                 
+                # Handle grade messages
                 if not pd.isna(grade):
-                    if grade >= 1.9 and grade <= 3.0:
-                        message = f"Keep up the good work! Your grade of {grade:.2f} shows dedication. Consider seeking additional support to further improve your performance."
-                        st.markdown(f"<p class='message'>{message}</p>", unsafe_allow_html=True)
-                    
-                    elif grade > 3.00:
-                        message = f"Your grade of {grade:.2f} indicates that you did not meet the passing requirements. Please consult with your instructor to discuss options for improvement and potential remediation."
+                    # Check if grade is "-" (conditional)
+                    if str(grade).strip() == "-":
+                        message = "Your grade is currently marked as Conditional. This means your final standing will depend on your performance in the final term. Work hard to achieve a passing grade!"
                         st.markdown(f"<p class='message'>{message}</p>", unsafe_allow_html=True)
                     else:
-                        message = f"Congratulations! Your outstanding grade of {grade:.2f} demonstrates exceptional performance. Keep up the excellent work!"
-                        st.markdown(f"<p class='message'>{message}</p>", unsafe_allow_html=True)
+                        # Try to convert grade to float for numeric comparisons
+                        try:
+                            grade_numeric = float(grade)
+                            if grade_numeric >= 1.9 and grade_numeric <= 3.0:
+                                message = f"Keep up the good work! Your grade of {grade_numeric:.2f} shows dedication. Consider seeking additional support to further improve your performance."
+                                st.markdown(f"<p class='message'>{message}</p>", unsafe_allow_html=True)
+                            
+                            elif grade_numeric > 3.00:
+                                message = f"Your grade of {grade_numeric:.2f} indicates that you did not meet the passing requirements. Please consult with your instructor to discuss options for improvement and potential remediation."
+                                st.markdown(f"<p class='message'>{message}</p>", unsafe_allow_html=True)
+                            else:
+                                message = f"Congratulations! Your outstanding grade of {grade_numeric:.2f} demonstrates exceptional performance. Keep up the excellent work!"
+                                st.markdown(f"<p class='message'>{message}</p>", unsafe_allow_html=True)
+                        except (ValueError, TypeError):
+                            # If grade cannot be converted to float, skip numeric comparison
+                            pass
                 
                 if remarks == "Conditional":
                     warning_message = "Warning: Your current status is Conditional. You need to pass or achieve a higher grade in the final term to improve your standing."