Achievement and Improvement - General Comments:
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If _____ continues to put out the effort he has demonstrated in
the last two reporting periods, he will benefit greatly from his
education.
The following ideas might help him enhance his _____.
I'm hoping that the current level of enthusiasm and progress
will continue.
In all academic disciplines, _____ is improving. She's having a
hard time with____.
She has a long way to go, but if she works hard enough, she
will see results soon.
_____ takes tremendous pride in his work and always completes
it neatly.
_____ is a frequent volunteer who makes significant
contributions to the class. She has a tendency to work too
rapidly, which leads to a lot of unintentional mistakes. At home
and at school, we can assist her in correcting this.
For his age, _____ is a hard worker with outstanding vocabulary
skills. He likes to read and write.
The quality of _____'s work reflects her positive attitude. Thank
you for all of your hard work.
Despite his best efforts, _____ finds it difficult to keep up with
the rest of the class. Can we meet to discuss this?
As we mentioned at our latest meeting, ______'s work is not up
to par. I am confident that with more effort and concentration,
he will quickly improve.
_____ is genuinely interested in everything we do in class. She,
on the other hand, is experiencing some difficulties with .
Please go through this with her every night.
Achievement and Improvement - Academic Achievement:
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In ______, _____ is quite strong.
_____ has received an excellent grade on his report card.
______ is something that _____ knows a lot about.
_____ is a bright and hardworking student who excels in_____
In all of the fundamental subjects, _____ is performing
admirably.
In ______, _____ is working over grade level.
_____ is particularly skilled at______.
Because of her low achievement level, _____ finds it challenging
to keep up with the rest of the class.
In the domains of ____, _____ is capable of reaching a higher
average.
We will concentrate on _____ in the coming term because _____
has had problems learning .
_____ is capable of doing a much better job.
Both you and I must continue to guide and assist _____.
To get her up to _____Â grade level, _____ has been really
cooperative and only needs to improve her social studies skills.
_____ has been getting poor grades on quizzes and tests.
_____ does not work to her full potential.
The material is tough for _____ to comprehend.
Achievement and Improvement - Improvement:
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The independence of _____ is increasing.
_____ has steadily improved.
_____ has been steadily improving.
In ______, _____ has demonstrated a positive attitude toward
wanting to improve.
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_____ appears to be eager to learn more. In _______, _____ has
experienced rapid expansion.
Academically, _____ is making steady progress.
The quality of _____'s work is improving.
_____ has improved her _____ abilities.
_____ has demonstrated a positive desire to improve herself in
_____.
If he were more interested in _______, his performance would
increase.
This reporting period, _____ has made significant progress.
I'm pleased to see that _____ is maturing well, and I hope that
this trend continues.
The classroom attitude of _____ has improved.
Work habits - General Report Card Comments:
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As I have stated in my reports, _______ does not manage his
time effectively in class. Please explain to him that we study in
class and play only at particular times during the school day.
When ______ is able to relax, she produces considerably better
results. She does, however, frequently seek the attention of her
peers, which causes everyone to be distracted.
_________ must continue to improve his work habits, as we
mentioned in earlier meetings. We need to encourage him to
take his work much more seriously.
______ enjoys participating in artistic pursuits. However, I am
concerned about how much time she spends painting when
she has other responsibilities. Could we possibly meet to
explore methods for assisting ________ in resolving this
problem?
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_______ is now working on grade-level material. I am confident,
though, that he is capable of producing superior work. I'm
confident that his work will improve as his attention improves.
______ wastes a lot of his work time daydreaming and then fails
to finish on time. He is capable of doing the work in the time
provided, and he needs to get started.
_______ has done some good work, but it hasn't been
consistent. She is a very gregarious and restless person who
frequently does not complete her assignment on time. Thank
you so much for your assistance at home. Please keep working
with her on this matter.
_______ is very eager to do her work, yet she can be a nuisance
to the other pupils. Despite the fact that she has made
improvement in this area over the last month, she still has work
to do.
______ is having trouble because he frequently speaks out loud,
disrupting the other pupils. He's working on changing this
unhealthy behaviour, and he's made some progress in the last
several weeks.
As I have stated in my reports, _______ does not manage his
time effectively in class. Please explain to him that we study in
class and play only at particular times during the school day.
When ______ is able to relax, she produces considerably better
results. She does, however, frequently seek the attention of her
peers, which causes everyone to be distracted.
_________ needs to continue to improve his work habits, as we
mentioned in earlier meetings. We must motivate him to take
his task more seriously.
______ enjoys participating in artistic pursuits. However, I am
concerned about how much time she spends painting when
she has other responsibilities. Could we possibly meet to
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explore methods for assisting ________ in resolving this
problem?
_______ is now working on grade-level material. I am confident,
though, that he is capable of producing superior work. I'm
confident that his work will improve as his attention improves.
______ wastes a lot of his work time daydreaming and then fails
to finish on time. He is capable of doing the work in the time
provided, and he needs to get started.
_______ has done some excellent work, but it hasn't been
consistent. She is a social butterfly who is often agitated and
frequently fails to complete her tasks on time. I appreciate your
assistance at home. Continue to collaborate with her on this
matter.
_______ is very eager to do her work, yet she can be a nuisance
to the other pupils. She has made progress in this area over
the last month, but she still has work to do.
______ is having trouble because he frequently speaks out loud,
disrupting the other pupils. He's working on changing this
unhealthy behaviour, and he's made some progress in the last
several weeks.
Work habits - listening skills:
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_____ is improving her ability to pay attention to directions.
_____ is working on improving her listening skills.
______Â is learning to listen and share.
_____ pays close attention to what is being said.
_____ is a hard worker who listens carefully.
_____ assesses what she hears.
All instructions must be followed by _____.
Directions are tough for _____ to follow.
Work habits - Quality of work:
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The handiwork of _____ is superb.
_____ appreciates doing nice, meticulous work.
The work of _____ is tidy and precise.
_____ creates vibrant and intriguing artwork.
Work well done is something that _____ is proud of.
_____ is prone to making careless mistakes.
_____ is untidy.
Proofreading is something that _____ must do.
Work habits - Time management:
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_____ is learning to use his free time wisely.
_____ is always efficient with her time.
_____ never finishes assignments in the time provided.
During work hours, _____ is getting more dependable.
_____ is on the verge of being self-sufficient.
_____ is growing more self-sufficient.
On assignments, _____ works autonomously.
_____ is unable to do individual assignments.
_____ is a good listener, but she needs to work faster.
_____ needs to be pushed.
_____ lacks self-sufficiency.
_____ is prone to being easily distracted.
_____ operates at a slow pace.
_____ does not finish assignments in the time allotted.
_____ appears unable to complete the required work.
_____ frequently completes work ahead of schedule.
_____ is indifferent about the value of time.
In his written work, _____ sacrifices accuracy for the sake of
speed.
Work habits - Work potential and effort report card
comments:
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_____ has a lot of potential and is working hard to realise it.
_____ is performing to the best of his or her ability.
_____ is a dependable and conscientious worker.
_____ is enthusiastic about his or her job in general.
_____ is looking for information.
_____ is a dedicated student.
_____ is very conscientious.
_____ is a pleasant and responsible student.
_____ is a dedicated worker.
During the ___ period, _____ is a hard worker.
_____ is a respectful and conscientious student.
If _____ is to gain the fundamentals required for ____ grade
work, he must improve his work habits.
_____'s efforts are inconsistent, particularly in ____.
When not directly supervised, _____ makes little effort. _____ is
eager to please.
Personality and Attitude - General report card comments:
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Although ______'s attitude toward his schoolwork has
improved, it has not been consistent. Throughout the rest of
the school year, he will require consistent guidance from both
home and school.
This report card reflects _______'s attitude toward school. He
could do better if he worked harder and cooperated more.
This reporting quarter reflects ______'s attitude toward our
school rules, other students, and myself. She has the potential
to be a successful student if she works hard enough.
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As my previous reports have shown, _____ does not complete
his schoolwork. He can do better if he makes the decision to
work harder and finish his assignments.
Although _____'s attitude toward her classmates has improved,
she still needs to be reminded to be respectful on a regular
basis.
As we discussed in our last meeting, _______ has a negative
attitude toward basic skills. Please continue to do a nightly
review with her, focusing especially on .
Thank you for your enthusiasm for our class. I am pleased to
report that ______ is improving in terms of his attitude in our
classroom.
______ has made great strides this year in terms of her attitude
in the classroom and on the playground.
If ______ is to overcome her attitude and social difficulties, I will
continue to need your assistance and support. If she can make
a positive effort in this area, she will find school much more
enjoyable.
________'s attitude has improved over time. Thank you for your
cooperation and support.
Personality and Attitude - Attitude:
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_____ has a fantastic attitude.
_____ has a great attitude toward school.
_____ maintains a positive attitude toward school.
_____ takes responsibility well and has a pleasant demeanour.
_____ takes the initiative and thinks things through on his own.
_____ is changing his attitude toward __ grade.
_____ must improve his or her classroom demeanour.
Personality and attitude - Personality:
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_____ is a nice student to work with.
_____ is an exceptionally thoughtful student.
_____ has a pleasant demeanour.
_____ is a pleasant and friendly person.
_____ is cooperative and content.
_____ is courteous and cooperative.
_____ has a friendly attitude.
_____ is a joy to be around.
_____ is a pleasant and helpful person.
_____ is a pleasant and cooperative youngster.
_____ is a cheerful, well-adjusted child, but_____.
_____ is self-assured and well-mannered.
We all enjoy _____'s sense of humour.
_____ is amusing and enjoys the stories we read.
_____ is easily disturbed.
_____ is prone to crying.
_____ appears tired a lot at school.
Although ____________'s social maturity is increasing, it is
inconsistent.
Personality and Attitude - Participation:
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_____ is excited about taking part.
_____ contributes significantly in class.
_____ is a frequent volunteer.
_____ is eager to participate in all classroom activities.
_____ is enthusiastic about what we do.
_____ contributes significantly.
_____ participates actively in discussions about ____
_____ responds nicely.
_____ addresses the group with confidence.
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_____ takes turns speaking.
Participating in conversations and discussions is something
that _____ enjoys doing.
In class, _____ should take an active role in the discussion.
End of Year - General Report Card Comments:
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This year has seen a significant improvement in ______'s study
habits. Please keep working on these abilities over the summer.
Thank you for your interest in this year's schoolwork of _____ .
Her work will provide her with a great deal of satisfaction if she
continues to put forth the effort.
______ is a good citizen who works hard. I've had a great time
having him in my class this year. Have a fantastic summer!
This year, ______ has matured nicely. His progress over the last
three months has been impressive. I'm hoping that this effort
and attitude will continue into the next school year.
Thank you for your interest in our class this year and for your
support. ______ is a diligent student who should do well in the
____ grade.
End of Year - Phrases:
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This year, both academically and socially, ______ has matured
nicely.
______'s friendly, genuine demeanour has made him a popular
member of the __ grade.
This summer, ______ would benefit from reading a lot of library
books.
If ______ is to succeed in the _____ grade, he must improve his
reading speed and comprehension.
As the year progressed, ______ continued to bloom.
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______ made my year more enjoyable.
______ is a very pleasant and willing worker who takes a keen
interest in all of her work. It's been great having her in my
room.
Thank you for the assistance I'm sure you've provided her.
Please continue with _____ review and as many reading
experiences as possible over the summer.
Thank you for your interest in ______'s personality.
I'm sorry I couldn't meet you this year.
Thank you for your help.
With her friendly, cooperative demeanour, ______ will always be
a welcome addition to any class.
I've had a good time being associated with ______.
I had a great time having ______ in my class.
It was a pleasure having ______ in my class.
Language Arts and Reading - Report Card Remarks:
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______'s reading has improved significantly over the course of
the year. Please continue to read with her every night.
______ is an excellent public speaker. Her written work, on the
other hand, could be much better. With more effort, progress
should be made gradually.
______ has made significant progress in her creative writing.
She's gotten better at using more colourful words.
______ is making great strides in her reading of sight words.
Please keep practising with him every night.
Since the beginning of the school year, ______'s spelling scores
have significantly improved. The fact that he studies his
spelling words every night has made a significant difference.
Thank you for your assistance.
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______ is having trouble writing clear, fluent sentences, despite
her best efforts. Is it possible for us to meet to discuss some
useful strategies?
Language Arts and Reading - Listening:
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______ pays close attention to stories.
______ can tell the difference between sounds in words.
______ has trouble differentiating between sounds in words.
Language Arts and Reading - Reading and Vocabulary
report card comments:
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______ picks up new words rapidly.
______ needs to improve his reading speed and comprehension.
_______ has a well-developed reading vocabulary.
______ is a voracious reader.
______ is now aware of and proficient in the use of ____
consonant and vowel sounds.
The sounds ____ and ____ are mixed up by _____ .
______ may blend short words without help by utilising the
vowel(s) .
______ is working on attacking words on his own.
The reading of ______ is.. (smooth, jerky, hesitant, rapid,
irregular, or fluent).
______ understands what she is reading.
______ enjoys reading and is passionate about literature.
______ is able to read and follow instructions.
_____ sight words are now recognised by ____ .
______ enjoys reading.
To retain reading vocabulary, ______ requires a lot of repetition
and practise.
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______ continues to mix up words that appear to be the same.
______ is starting to read phrases and groupings of words.
The reading of ______ is getting habitual.
The reading of ______ is still not automatic.
______ enjoys talking about the stories we've been reading.
______ can read his sentences back
Language Arts and Reading- Speaking:
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______ uses entire sentences when speaking.
______ expresses himself clearly.
(Pronouns, verbs) are difficult for ______ to correctly use.
Dramatization is something that ______ appreciates.
______ possesses a strong oral vocabulary.
______ employs proper punctuation.
When speaking, ______ utilises a lot of colourful words.
When speaking, ______ utilises (complicated, basic) sentences.
______ takes part in a group storytelling session.
Language Arts and Reading - Writing:
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______ must use his or her abilities in all written work.
______ is a fantastic writer of creative stories and poetry.
______ can accurately arrange periods and question marks.
In his writing, ______ employs a variety of colourful words.
In her work, ______ employs (complicated, simple) sentences.
______ can now compose a complete sentence on his own.
______ can compose a two- to four-sentence original tale.
______ arranges words in the correct sequence.
In writing, ______ demonstrates self-assurance.
______ can put together a number of similar sentences.
______ is working on expanding his spelling vocabulary.
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To look up unusual words, ______ consults a dictionary.
______ enjoys learning new words to spell.
______ has an easy time learning to spell words.
______ has a tendency of reversing letters in words.
______ has trouble memorising non-phonetic word spellings.
To recall spelling, ______ makes use of hand or body motions.
General and Handwriting - General Report Card Remarks:
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______'s basic skills are all on grade level, but he is not working
to his full potential.
Over the last quarter, ______'s schoolwork has improved. I
sincerely hope that this work will continue.
______'s actions are still inconsistent. She continues to struggle
with obeying school rules and treating other pupils with
respect. Please call to schedule a meeting. Thank you for your
unwavering support and assistance from home. It's clear that
you've been spending extra time with ______ on his schooling.
Since our last meeting, ______ has improved. I recommend that
you keep working on ______ every night.
______ is a well-mannered and vigilant ____ grader. He needs to
be encouraged to engage in class because he is a quiet boy.
Any assistance you can provide from your own home would be
really valuable.
______ has made a good transition to her new school. Could
you please contact me as soon as you have moved into your
new home to arrange a meeting?
______ is becoming more self-assured.
______ is adhering to grade-level standards.
______ does a fantastic job in everything he does.
______ is a hard worker who excels in all areas.
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______ is a person who thinks clearly.
______'s thoughts are well-organized.
It is important to encourage ______ to .
______ requires a lot of encouragement.
______ is a creative person.
______ is a frequent latecomer.
______ takes a lot of time off.
______ has not completed her makeup work.
______ is a bright student who appears to ponder deeply.
______ is quick to pick up on new concepts.
______ is a person who talks a much.
______ should devote more time to his or her allotted job.
______ does not devote enough time to his or her homework.
______ has to work on his or her self-control.
A meeting has been requested.
Please call to schedule a meeting.
Your unwavering cooperation and assistance are greatly
appreciated.
It is conceivable for ______ to achieve higher grades than
expected.
General and Handwriting - Handwriting:
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The handwriting of ______ needs to be improved.
______'s motor skills are good/ bad/ fine.
______ can print along the lines.
______ appropriately spaces letters and words.
The work of ______ is untidy.
______ does not properly form letters.
Although some of ______'s printing is excellent, it is frequently
clumsy in daily assignments.
Category wise:
Excellent:
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Demonstrates perseverance in distance learning and serves as
a role model for other students.
TEAMS is used to submit class assignments and communicate
with teachers and classmates.
Has done an excellent job of navigating new technology and
troubleshooting technical issues.
Completes asynchronous and autonomous work and always
meets deadlines.
When it comes to completing learning assignments, she goes
above and beyond in terms of detail and quality.
With online learning, ____ has successfully maintained his/her
class demeanour and work habits.
_____ is methodical in his approach, thinks things through for
himself, and is a quick and eager student.
_____ is fascinated by the nature of learning and always puts in
his or her best effort to find the greatest available solutions.
_____ is a focused and enthusiastic participant in the online
learning session, and works with zeal and determination.
_____ is able to reach his or her full potential, as evidenced by
his or her contributions to conversations and work submitted.
Good:
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Maintains focus in online learning despite technological
challenges and changes associated with remote learning.
___ enthusiastically engages in class discussions and works
effectively with peers.
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___ takes charge of his or her own education and always asks
for support when needed.
Always arrives on time for class and is a dedicated student.
___ was usually well-prepared, well-organized, and enthusiastic
about making the most of online classes.
___ is a dedicated student who participates actively in class.
His/her suggestions are useful and entertaining.
___ takes an active interest in his or her own learning, pays
close attention, and makes a concerted effort to avoid
distractions that could disrupt the learning process.
___ is a person who takes responsibility and accountability
seriously. He or she makes sound decisions and is open to new
ideas.
___ gets along well with his peers and values varied viewpoints
and experiences.
___ is constantly looking for ways to assist in the classroom.
___ is dependable and trustworthy, follows instructions well,
and keeps his or her promises to himself and others.
In written and verbal communication, ___ is thoughtful,
insightful, and comprehensive, and has a talent for clearly
conveying his or her ideas.
When solving problems with students, ___ displays maturity
and exhibits good communication skills when sharing thoughts
and ideas about a certain topic/concept.
___ excels at transferring classroom knowledge to real-world
and real-life circumstances.
It's been a delight having ____'s energy, optimism, and maturity
in my class.
____ is a classmate who is eager about learning and willing to
try new things.
During class, ____ is focused and willing to provide ideas.
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With confidence and determination, ____ completes solo work.
____ is a self-starter who takes pride in her job.
In class, ____ is attentive and eager to engage in discussions.
____ is a very conscientious worker who puts in a lot of effort
and attention on a daily basis.
In his or her daily labour, ____ makes a willing and
conscientious effort.
____ makes a conscious effort to study new things and improve
his or her knowledge.
This term, ____ has done an outstanding job confronting and
overcoming significant obstacles. Throughout the summer,
please continue to foster and support this behaviour.
When given instructions, ____ takes responsibility and follows
them.
Average:
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____ has trouble keeping on task and finishing his or her
assignment.
He or she must pay close attention to directions in order to
learn to operate autonomously.
Reminders about the regular classroom schedule are required.
It would be beneficial to talk about the classroom routine at
home.
Turns in incomplete work or no homework on a regular basis.
Encouraging ____ to complete his or her work on time and
according to the timetable and timeline set, so enhancing his
or her organisational skills.
Does not actively participate in group activities; therefore, is
encouraged to put forth effort in order to improve
communication skills as well as attention and confidence.
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___ was an active participant in online learning sessions, but
she needed to be reminded from time to time to allow other
students to share their work and ideas as well.
___ participates enthusiastically in online group activities, but
finds it difficult to work independently.
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During class, ___'s engagement and behaviour are inconsistent
and disengaged.
___ is having trouble grasping concepts. It would be useful to
pay more attention to the required tasks and to attend the
online classes on a regular basis.
When it comes to schoolwork, ___ needs a lot of help from
adults. She has trouble grasping simple concepts and is unable
to work on her own.
In the online learning environment, ___ struggled to engage
and participate in discussions and activities.
___ has not worked hard enough to satisfy the grade level
objectives. It would be great to have regular work habits, active
engagement, and the ability to clarify doubts.
___ needs to pay greater attention to guidance throughout
lessons in order to apply concepts learned and complete given
assignments.
___ would benefit from demonstrating a stronger desire to
participate in class discussions.
___ needs to be reminded to pay attention during instructions
and lessons on a regular basis.
___ has trouble focusing in class, which hinders his or her ability
to participate fully in class activities and tasks.
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___ is encouraged to make good use of his or her time in order
to finish things on schedule.
___ is encouraged to take greater responsibility for completing
chores without the need for frequent reminders.
___ must demonstrate that he or she is engaged in the learning
process through the quality of his or her work and the efficient
use of class time.
Your child is able to take responsibility for her own actions both in and out of the
classroom. She often checks her agenda and day planner to make sure she has all of
the necessary materials to complete work at home before leaving. During indoor
recess, she takes time to tidy up everything she was playing with.
Your child is able to add and subtract numbers up to 20 using various
manipulatives. This was evident when he was working independently to solve a
real-world problem by adding toys in the classroom toy bin. As a next step, they
should continue to add to larger numbers to encourage his skills. You can support
him by asking him to add his own toy piles at home.
Learning skills (positive comments)

________ is confident, positive and a great role model for his/her classmates.

________ is frequently among the first to help and mentor other classmates.
He/she is a valuable part of the classroom.

________ has shown excellent ability to set goals and be persistent in
achieving them.

________ is interested in his/her own learning, listens attentively, and
makes a solid effort to avoid distractions that could interrupt the learning
process.

________ is accountable and responsible. He/she makes smart decisions,
admits mistakes and listens to opportunities to improve.

________ relates well to classmates and is appreciative of different
perspectives and experiences.

________ manages his/her emotions maturely and responds to feedback
appropriately.

________ always looks for ways to be helpful in the classroom.

________ is dependable and reliable, follows directions effectively, and
follows through on his/her commitments to him/herself and others.

________ is thoughtful, insightful and thorough in written and verbal
communication, and has a talent for expressing his/her ideas clearly.

________ works well with classmates in group work and often takes a
leadership role.

________ shows a positive attitude with classmates in group projects and
activities, and both takes and gives suggestions and directions effectively.

________ shows maturity when solving problems with classmates and uses
good communication.

________ excels at applying what he/she learns in the classroom to realworld and real-life situations.

It has been a pleasure to have _______'s enthusiasm, positivity and maturity
in my class.

________ is an enthusiastic member of the class and shows a willingness to
learn.

________ shows responsible behavior, works well with a group and shows
appreciation for the efforts of classmates.

________ is focused during classroom activities and willingly participated in
class discussions.

________ performs independent work with confidence and focus.

________ works independently and takes pride in work done well.

________ is focused in class and willingly participates in group discussion.

________ is very conscientious and shows excellent effort and care with
daily work.

________ demonstrates a willing and conscientious effort in his/her daily
work.

________ shows a conscientious effort to learn.

________ has done a great job facing and overcoming big challenges this
year. Please continue to nurture and encourage this behavior over the
summer.

________ shows responsibility and follows directions whenever they are
given.

________ listens to and follows directions precisely and attentively.

________ follows directions promptly and accurately.
Learning skills (needs improvement)

________ is encouraged to demonstrate more responsible attitudes and
behavior in the classroom.

________ needs to show more appropriate behavior when interacting with
classmates.

________ needs to pay attention to the use of appropriate language at all
times

________ requires encouragement to listen attentively during group sharing
times.

________ needs to listen to directions more attentively during lessons.

________ would benefit from showing a greater desire to contribute ideas in
class.

________ needs frequent reminders to be attentive during instructions and
lessons.

________ needs to improve his/her cooperation in group settings. He/she
should work on voicing feelings and opinions and listening to others.

________ needs to improve his/her work with others. He/she must ensure
to accept a share of the work when participating in a group assignment.

________ needs to improve on working independently and be sure to ask for
assistance only when it is needed.

________ often struggles to focus in class, which harms his/her ability to
engage well with class activities and assignments.

________ is encouraged to use time wisely to finish tasks in the time
required.

________ is encouraged to be more responsible in completing tasks without
needing regular reminders.

________ needs to show by the quality of work and use of class time that
he/she is properly engaged in the learning process.

________ consistently needs reminders to focus on time management.

________ needs to follow classroom rules more closely throughout the
school day.
Math (general comments)

________ is having considerable difficulty with math. I recommend he/she
work on studying ________ and ________. This extra practice will help
him/her feel more relaxed when doing math in the classroom. Please
contact me if you need materials to get him/her started.

________ has a good understanding of all math concepts taught so far this
year. He/she continues to turn in excellent assignments and especially
enjoys hands-on math activities.

________ has a positive attitude towards math but continues to have trouble
in a few key areas. He should practice every evening at home. Areas that
need extra attention are ________ and ________ .

________ demonstrates a good understanding of all math concepts studied
and communicates with clarity and good justification of reasoning.

________ needs to work on increasing his/her speed in math facts. He/she
should continue with daily practice with a focus on addition, subtraction,
multiplication and division.

________ seems to need continuous encouragement in math. He/she
continues to struggle with basic math concepts for his/her grade level.

________ is having a difficult time in certain areas of math. Areas in need of
extra work are ________ . Working on these problem areas every night
would help improve his/her learning outcomes.

________ is struggling to keep up in math. He/she could benefit from
practicing the multiplication table and should also continue to practice the
long division process.

________ is easily distracted during math lessons and behavioral issues are
interfering with his/her learning. We will be working on more difficult
subjects and he/she will struggle if he/she does not pay attention in class.

________ is having trouble with math tests. He/she does well on
assignments, but does not seem to retain information for tests. I always
give a week’s notice before tests, so please be sure ________ studies and
adequately prepares for them as they approach.
Addition and subtraction

________ is able to calculate addition and subtraction facts to 18 with
confidence and accuracy.

________ is becoming more able to calculate addition and subtraction facts
to 18 with confidence and accuracy.

________ requires more time and practice in calculating addition and
subtraction facts to 18

________ needs to put more effort into learning to calculate addition and
subtraction facts to 18.
Skip counting

________ is able to skip count forward and backward by twos, fives, tens,
and hundreds to complete short patterns.

________ is learning to skip count forward and backward by twos, fives,
tens, and hundreds to complete short patterns.

________ needs practice with skip counting forward and backward by twos,
fives, tens, and hundreds to complete short patterns.

________ needs considerable practice with skip counting forward and
backward by twos, fives, tens, and hundreds to complete short patterns.
Place value

________ is able to demonstrate place value concepts to give meaning to
numbers from zero to 1000, identifying ones, tens, and hundreds.

________ is developing an understanding of place value concepts to give
meaning to numbers zero to identifying ones, tens, and hundreds.

________ requires more time and practice to demonstrate place value
concepts to give meaning to numbers 0 to 1000, identifying ones, tens,
and 100s.
Comparing numbers

________ is able to compare numbers to 1000 using terms such as greater or
less and greatest or least.

________ is learning to compare numbers to 1000 using terms such as
greater or less and greatest or least.

________ requires support to compare numbers to 1000 using terms such as
greater or less and greatest or least.

________ demonstrates a limited understanding in comparing numbers to
1000 using terms such as greater or less and greatest or least.
Addition with regrouping

________ can demonstrate and explain the process of addition of whole
numbers up to 100, with and without regrouping.

________ requires ongoing support to demonstrate and explain the process
of addition of whole numbers up to 100 with and without regrouping.

________ requires considerable attention and individual instruction to
demonstrate and explain the process of addition of whole numbers up to
100 with and without regrouping.
Word problems (math)

________ is able to complete word problems using one- and two-digit
addition, showing his/her work and writing a full sentence answer.

________ is becoming more confident in his/her ability to complete word
problems using one- and two-digit addition, showing his/her work and
writing a full sentence answer.
As we move into language and literacy, the following sections include starter report
card comments which cover reading, writing, oral communication and critical
thinking skills.
Language (general)

________ ’s (comprehension, spelling, reading) has greatly improved, but
he/she still needs extra work in (comprehension, spelling, reading).
Please contact me if you need supplemental learning materials to use at
home for practice.

________ is conscious of putting care into his/her daily writing work, and
frequently goes beyond the minimum requirements for assignments.

________ has trouble with his handwriting. I believe he/she can form letters
well, but has to slow down and take a little more time. Neater handwriting
will improve his/her schoolwork overall.

________ makes a good effort to make his/her handwriting legible. He/she is
able to print on the lines, use good spacing, and form letters correctly.

________ needs to focus on her spelling. More improvement is needed in the
areas of (dictation, weekly spelling tests, sentence structure). Daily
practice at home will help improve his/her results.

________ shows the ability to quickly use spelling, punctuation and
grammar rules that were recently taught. He/she is able to quickly learn
new skills and is eager to apply them to his/her writing.

________ is having considerable difficulty with reading, particularly with
fluency and comprehension.

________ speaks well in front of the class, but requires improvement in
written language. He/she is having trouble with (dictation, copying words
correctly, story writing, creating logical sequences). Further practice is
needed in this area.

________ continues to make excellent progress in spelling and reading.
He/she works hard to submit work that is free of grammatical errors.

________ has difficulty remembering previously discussed writing skills and
often makes errors with punctuation, grammar, and overall sentence
structure. Basic writing skills need improvement.
Reading responses

________ is able to offer direct responses to his/her readings and supports
ideas with sound reasoning and specific examples.

________ is learning to offer more direct responses to her reading
experiences supported by reasons, examples, and details.

________ needs frequent support to offer direct responses to his/her
reading experiences supported by reasons, examples, and details.
Reading comprehension

________ shows good ability when completing reading comprehension tests.

________ would benefit from extra practice with reading aloud and
discussion of content.

________ consistently demonstrates comprehension of short spoken texts
by answering questions, and explaining the events described.

________ consistently reads grade-level material independently.

________ uses good editing skills and correctly places capitals, quotation
marks, question marks, apostrophes, commas, and periods.

________ is doing a good job of breaking a story into paragraphs

________ determines various forms of writing and identifies important ideas
through the development of insightful questions and answers.

________ is able to analyze character actions, story plots, and shows strong
fluency with reading.
Response journal

________ uses correct spelling, grammar and punctuation when writing
simple sentences.

________ is encouraged to show increased attention to the use of correct
spelling, grammar and punctuation with general writing skills.

________ needs more time and practice in the use of correct spelling,
grammar and punctuation with general writing skills.

________ requires considerable assistance to achieve the correct spelling,
grammar and punctuation when writing simple sentences.
Note taking

________ shows an excellent understanding of note taking from lectures and
readings in preparation for tests and assignments.

________ requires ongoing support to develop an understanding of note
taking from lectures and readings in preparation for tests.
Distance learning

________ was very engaged and focused during distance learning activities,
and participated in class discussions.

________ stayed motivated to complete assignments during distance
learning, and turned in all required materials on time.

________ needed some extra prompting to stay engaged during online
lessons, but participated well in discussions when called upon.

________ modeled good online learning behavior for other students.

________ was disruptive during online learning and did not meaningfully
participate in class discussions.

________ handled technical problems well and was always prepared.

Although he/she couldn’t always access a device, _________ consistently
completed online assignments and asked thoughtful questions.

________ should ask more questions during online discussions to avoid
confusion later.

________’s attendance during online lessons was infrequent and
assignments were not always completed.

________ worked well independently and in a group setting during distance
learning activities.

________ is excellent at completing distance learning activities
independently, but struggled to engage with his/her classmates during
breakout sessions or class discussions.

________ is a technology superstar! He/she rarely needed assistance and
even helped other classmates troubleshoot issues.

________ asks good questions and always reaches out proactively when
he/she needs help with an assignment or lesson.