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Report card comments can be a blessing or a curse depending on how they are approached. If you have a catalog of options for different scenarios then they aren't as hard as thoseend of the yearfinal reports go home.

If you struggle to write extensive original comments on student behavior, social skills, specific topics, work habits or general comments, this post is perfect for you!

Keep reading to collect some quick examples to use for your next parent teacher conference!

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One of the tasks I always dreaded was looking at the empty comment box in my online gradebook, knowing that I had to come up with a new original comment for each elementary-level student.

Of course I realize that every child is unique, but how do you put those details into a small box that applauds the positive traits, while still allowing room to name those traits that still leave a little room for improvement?

Knowing that classroom systems are a must for anything I need to do more than once, I decided to create a teacher toolbox with report card comments in different categories. Having these on hand gave me a starting point.

Starting with copy and paste for the student, it became much easier to expand once that box was no longer an empty void. Plus, it saved me so much time from not having to type the same thing over and over again.

I was able to leave my comments in the box for the parents, so when they arrived for their student-led conferences, I had little to add other than what the child had already discussed - and the specific comments I had left.

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This program is 62 pages and includes 26 templates that are fully editable so you can personalize your conferences to your liking! Also includes forms for having ongoing data folders - recommended for grades 2-12! Parent conference night has never been easier! Discover it yourself!

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How do you motivate students to get the best out of themselves?

All teachers want students to feel safe and want to be students in and outside the school building. It doesn't matter what level you teach at.

But there is a difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and that is a bit more difficult to implement if the student is not even sure what he or she wants.

Having a learning environment that encourages all students to freely share their triumphs and mistakes is a great place to start. Leading by example is also important.

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While there are many tests to take and lesson plans to teach, I know from personal experience that student motivation comes when they connect with their teacher. Without that connection, no positive motivation comes into view.

How do teachers deal with a bad report card?

When you have to send home a less than stellar report card, any teacher can get scared. The icy feeling sinks into your heart as you hit the save button, knowing that one or more of the following will happen:

-You get a less than happy parent to contact you

-The child is punished at home (perhaps excessively)

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-You will hear crickets and the student won't even flinch <= This option is perhaps the worst of all because no improvement can be made if there is no cooperation between the stakeholders in the child's life

For me, I love having student-led parent conferences because it forces students, parents, and teachers to work as a team to honestly discuss how things are really going, and to set some expectations for the future.

Even if the conference cannot be completed at school due to parental no-shows or work schedules, they can be completed at home.

With few options in some cases, this is the best solution for trying to make those connections with students and parents, whether you teach kindergarten or high school.

Examples of comments on report cards

Here is a list of 65 options below for you to set yourselfclassroom systems. Always work smarter, not harder.

Presence

1. Frequent lateness has hindered _________________'s progress.

2. Excellent turnout this quarter!

3. Little positive effort has been made by ________________ to make up missed work due to absences.

4. Absences and lateness affected _______________'s grades.

5. Thank you for your continued help in getting _____________ to school on time. He/she has benefited greatly from the routine. Academics

6. The marks of ________ demonstrate an acceptable knowledge of the material covered.

7. ________'s progress this quarter is outstanding!

8. _________ is extremely conscientious and has made excellent progress.

9. Sufficient status has been achieved by _____________.

10. While performance is satisfactory, __________ has not worked to his/her full potential.

11. Poor test scores of ________ led to a low grade for this semester.

12. The grade reported is a direct result of __________ not turning in assignments, even after several attempts to get them from him/her.

13. Because __________ has difficulty reading, he/she struggled with math story problems, resulting in a lower math grade this semester.

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14. Speaking ability for ____________ was extraordinary!

15. ____________ has really worked hard on reading strategies this school year and I am super proud of his/her progress throughout the school year!

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Attitude

16. ________'s effort and pleasant demeanor were outstanding this semester.

17. Talking in class has interfered with _________'s listening and learning.

18. Sometimes ____________ seems overly bossy with other children in the class, causing friction before, during, and after school.

19. I've noticed how much ___________ has matured and taken on additional responsibilities this year.

20. There is a positive change in attitude and work habits from ______________.

21. An apparent lack of motivation has led to insufficient figures during this review period.

22. _____________ is still learning when it is appropriate not to talk back, and how to raise a hand if he/she needs to say something polite during a lesson.

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23. Having a positive attitude, even when frustrated with work, is a joy to see from __________________. He/she is a great role model for other students.

24. Always sharing in nature, _______________'s cooperative attitude is an example to all other students.

25. ____________'s lack of respect for himself, his teacher and other students in the class has proven difficult to overcome this year.

Participation

26. It is a pleasure to teach ___________. He/she enthusiastically participates in all activities.

27. Behavior in ____________'s class is often unacceptable.

28. Limited contribution has been made to group work.

29. ____________ is a good listener and asks relevant questions. Way to show initiative!

30. Good contributions have been made to class discussions. Please continue this great example!

31. ________________'s classwork demonstrates a strong aptitude for artistic expression.

32. Participation in class discussions was poor and his/her listening skills need improvement.

33. Good work habits are demonstrated by ________________.

34. Excellent participation in class discussions.

35. ____________ contributed well to group work.

Homework

36. Homework is incomplete or not attempted.

37. ____________ made a good effort, but finds this subject difficult.

38. Good work habits have been demonstrated by _____________, who is well organized, confident and responsible.

39. The quality of the assignments has improved since the interim reporting. Well done!

40. Homework scores indicate a thorough understanding of the concepts taught.

41. The grade is a direct result of ___________ not turning in assignments.

42. ___________ seems satisfied with minimal effort on homework, if at all.

43. ______________ consistently delivers quality work.

44. The quality of homework assignments is poor.

45. Extensive effort has been made to turn in most homework assignments on time.

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work ethic

46. ​​Grades have improved a lot! Well done ______________!

47. It is a pleasure to teach ____________, who constantly strives for excellence.

48. Very little effort has been made to meet the expectations of the grade.

49. Little effort appears to have been made to proofread assignments before submission.

50. A strong effort of _____________ has produced an acceptable level of performance

51. Poor use of class time has resulted in incomplete assignments and this low grade.

52. Good work habits and attitude have combined to lead to above-average performance.

53. Although the final standings are low, a solid effort of _________________ has been recorded.

54. Poor attitudes and work habits led to unsatisfactory performance this quarter.

55. ____________ tends to finish assignments quickly to be the first to finish, and repeatedly gives off messy and sometimes unfinished work.

Skill

56. ________________ consistently delivers quality work.

57. ____________ is a creative thinker, which is great most of the time, but sometimes he/she tends to think too much about the assignments and ends up with an incorrect answer.

58. Not knowing basic math facts has led _____________ to struggle with more advanced math concepts this year.

59. __________ is gifted, but a tendency to be a perfectionist prevents her/him from completing assignments on time.

60. __________ seems to like math very much, and I challenge her/him to explore even further this summer with more advanced math principles.

61. Writing ____________________ is a pleasure to read.

62. _____________'s student work was well done, but the tests and written work were not top notch.

63. Bad spelling and punctuation detract from writing ____________.

64. Working on assignments in class has produced noticeable improvements since the last grading quarter. Well done!

65. Little effort has been made to make up for missed projects due to frequent absences.

How do you decide which report card comments to use in your assessments? I'd love to hear it in a comment below!

~ Charity

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FAQs

What are the 5 main points of a story map? ›

Learning to identify a story's characters, plot, setting, problem, and solution prompts students to read carefully to learn the important details. There are many different types of story maps.

What are two advantages of concept maps as the assessment tool in the classroom compared to objective questions? ›

It shows high understanding and integrated knowledge structure, where the concept map shows good propositions and cross links with other concept and also reveals students' level of understanding.

What are the 7 plot points for basic story structure? ›

Since there will be many plot points in a movie, I call these The Magnificent 7 Plot Points. They are: the Back Story, the Catalyst, the Big Event (we've mentioned that one), the Midpoint, the Crisis, the Climax, and the Realization. Let's start with the Back Story.

What is the importance to classroom mapping? ›

Mapping provides student consultants the opportunity to bring their unique perspectives as students and their heuristics as knowers to bear on what unfolds in classrooms.

What is concept mapping in teaching and learning? ›

Concept maps are visual representations of information. They can take the form of charts, graphic organizers, tables, flowcharts, Venn Diagrams, timelines, or T-charts. Concept maps are especially useful for students who learn better visually, although they can benefit any type of learner.

What are the learning objectives for concept map? ›

A concept mapping learning objective would be “Students will be able to provide advice to another concept mapper.” 1) concepts go in circles and 2) linking phrases go on lines. Some concept mapping tasks provide students with a list of concepts and linking phrases for them to use.

What are the 5 basic elements of graphics and layout? ›

Watch to learn about five layout principles: proximity, white space, alignment, contrast and repetition.

What are the 4 four basic graphic organizers? ›

Four examples of graphic organizers: outline, Venn diagram, hierarchical organizer, and bubble map.

What is the purpose of maps assessment? ›

What is the purpose of the Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) assessment? MAP is a norm-referenced measure of student growth over time. MAP assessments, joined with other data points, provide detailed, actionable data about where each child is on his or her unique learning path.

What are the benefits of map assessment? ›

MAP tests are “smart” tests, adapting to your learner's level of learning, meaning they are not too hard or too easy, and give us a more accurate picture of the skills your learners are ready to start developing.

What is the difference between map and concept map? ›

A concept map connects many ideas or concepts, while mind maps focus on one idea. Conceptual maps have tree structures of many branches and clusters, whereas mind maps have a radial configuration. The links of a concept map are labeled to represent the connection type with an ancestor node.

What are the 6 stages of plot? ›

The 6 elements of a plot diagram or traditional story arc are: exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

What are 3 parts of the plot structure? ›

The plot of a story answers the question, “What happens?” Plot points act as the critical milestones in a narrative that steer the main character through an inciting incident, conflict, and resolution—just three elements of plot that may equate to the simpler terms beginning, middle, and end.

What are the 8 stages of plot? ›

The eight point story arc
  • The point of stasis.
  • The trigger.
  • The quest.
  • The surprise.
  • The critical choice.
  • The climax.
  • The reversal.
  • The resolution.
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What are the 7 important components of a map? ›

A map should include the following components namely, the title, scale, direction, grid system, projection, legend, conventional signs and symbols.

What are 3 key features of a map? ›

Some common features of maps include scale, symbols, and grids. All maps are scale models of reality. A map's scale indicates the relationship between the distances on the map and the actual distances on Earth. This relationship can be expressed by a graphic scale, a verbal scale, or a representative fraction.

What is the purpose of mapping curriculum in a school? ›

A curriculum map shows where within a curriculum student learning outcomes are taught and assessed. A curriculum map can be used to ensure that alignment exists between the expected learning outcomes and what is taught in a curriculum.

What is one of the fundamental skills in learning to read a map? ›

What is one of the fundamental skills in learning to read a map? Knowing that symbols represent real and actual things.

What is mapping in learning? ›

Mapping (also called “charting”) outcomes allows the department to identify which courses address each of the learning outcomes. This activity is useful for communicating where within the curriculum learning outcomes are introduced, practiced, and mastered.

What is cognitive mapping in education? ›

Definition: A cognitive map is any visual representation of a person's (or a group's) mental model for a given process or concept. Cognitive maps have no visual rules that they need to obey: there is no restriction on how the concepts and the relationships between them are visually represented.

What are the key features of a concept map? ›

5 key characteristics of concept maps
  • Nodes. Nodes represent a concept. ...
  • Cross-links. Cross-links are the lines or arrows that link one node to another. ...
  • Linking words or phrases. ...
  • Hierarchical structure. ...
  • Focus question. ...
  • Proposition.
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Why is a concept map useful for reading comprehension? ›

Concept maps have been shown to support readers by building off of students' prior knowledge and asking them to reflect on their understanding during and after reading. Teachers love them because they provide a big picture of a concept and concretely show how small details and information are connected to the big idea.

What are the 7 basic principles of graphics and layout? ›

Emphasis, balance and alignment, contrast, repetition, proportion, movement, and white space are the cornerstones of the principle of design.

What are the 3 basic principles of graphics and layout? ›

The elements, or principles, of visual design include Contrast, Balance, Emphasis, Movement, White Space, Proportion, Hierarchy, Repetition, Rhythm, Pattern, Unity, and Variety. These principles of design work together to create something that is aesthetically pleasing and optimizes the user experience.

What are the 6 basic principles of graphics and layout? ›

Start with the six principles of design: balance, pattern, rhythm, emphasis, contrast, and unity.

What are the 4 phases of graphic design? ›

Conduct graphic design research. Brainstorm design ideas. Review process at the 10/50/99 stage. Present final product.

What is concept map graphic organizer? ›

“A concept map is a type of graphic organizer used to represent knowledge of a topic, forge connections between ideas and create visual illustrations of their understandings. Concept maps begin with a main idea (or concept) and then branch out to show how that main idea can be broken down into specific topics”.

What are the three Cs of graphic organizers? ›

Consistent, Coherent, Creative: The 3 C's of Graphic Organizers.

What is the main purpose of a graphic organizer? ›

Graphic organizers can help to visualize and construct ideas, organize and/or sequence information, plan what to write, increase reading comprehension, brainstorm, organize problems and solutions, compare and contrast ideas, show cause and effect, and more.

What is graphic organizer technique? ›

A graphic organizer is a teaching and learning tool that is used to organize information and ideas in a way that is easy to comprehend and internalize. By integrating text and visuals, graphic organizers show relationships and connections between concepts, terms, and facts.

What is included in a map assessment? ›

Assessment data for all subjects a student is tested on (i.e., reading, math, language usage, science) Achievement RIT scores and normed percentiles that let you know how a student is performing. Growth percentiles that help you understand if a student is growing faster or slower than similar students.

What is a map evaluation? ›

A MAP assessment measures a student's proficiency in math, literacy, and science against grade-level standards.

How do you assess map scores? ›

To calculate MAP assessment scores, NWEA uses the RIT, or Rasch unIT scale. This scale measures the value of a student's score in relation to his or her scores on previous tests. Each RIT score indicates a point on a continuous scale of learning.

How does MAP help teachers? ›

Using maps in the classroom invites curiosity, encourages exploration and inspires problem solving. Maps can be used to explore a multitude of topics and can incorporate visual learning, spatial thinking and quantitative skills into a lesson.

What is MAP and its advantages? ›

Maps can be folded up and used for planning trips. Maps can show very large areas or very small areas. Also, maps are flexible tools that can provide large amounts of information very efficiently. Maps are not as accurate as globes, however.

Why is benefits mapping important? ›

Importance of Benefits Mapping

One key purpose of the benefits mapping process is to adequately communicate the benefits of a project to stakeholders. Achieving this can lead to additional buy-in and support from stakeholders, as they're made aware of the why behind projects.

Is concept map a summary? ›

To make a concept map, you simply summarise what you know about a topic, on a single page in a visual diagram, and link key nouns and verbs to form simple sentences that connect things logically (see examples below).

What are the five types of concept map? ›

The four most popular types are:
  • Spider maps, which are used to diagram concepts.
  • Flowcharts, which are used to visualize processes.
  • Hierarchy maps, which are used to visualize organizations.
  • System maps, which are used to visualize systems.
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What is concept map strategy? ›

Steps in Making a Concept Map
  1. Write down major terms or concepts about a topic.
  2. Identify the most general, intermediate, and specific concepts.
  3. Begin drawing the concept map: ...
  4. Draw lines between related concepts.
  5. Label the lines with "linking words" to indicate how the concepts are related.
  6. Revise the map.

What are the elements of a story map? ›

A STORY MAP is a graphic organizer that helps students learn the elements of literature by identifying characters, plot, and setting. It is used during and after reading a text.

What are 6 common features of a map? ›

Along with scale, symbols, and grids, other features appear regularly on maps. A good way to remember these features is DOGSTAILS: date, orientation, grid, scale, title, author, index, legend, and sources.

What are the 6 points of plot structure? ›

The 6 elements of a plot diagram or traditional story arc are: exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

How do you structure a story map? ›

How to Create a Story Map
  1. Step 1: Write out your scenes. ...
  2. Step 2: Figure out your main story threads and the Dramatic Question related to each. ...
  3. Step 3: Sort out your scenes according to which plot threads they relate to. ...
  4. Step 4: Draw your map.
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What is a story map template? ›

What is a Story Map Template? A story map is great to use when writing down ideas for a story, or parts of a topic. They can show the characters, themes, plot, settings, problems, and solutions of a story. Story maps provide a helpful visual aid for younger children.

What are the four most important features of maps? ›

Border: Where the edges of the map are. Orientation: Shows which direction is North. Legend: Shows what the symbols mean. Title: Describes the map.

What are 10 physical features on a map? ›

Land Features
  • Mesas. Another flat-topped elevation is the mesa. ...
  • Valleys. Lying in between some of these elevated structures are valleys. ...
  • Plains. ...
  • Deserts. ...
  • Seas. ...
  • Wetlands. ...
  • Canals.
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What are 4 physical features on a map? ›

A physical map is able to depict the natural physical attributes of a geographical area. It depicts the location and physical features of the landscape like mountains, rivers, valleys, deserts, lakes, streams, seas, and oceans.

What is the main point of a story? ›

The main idea of a story is the central idea or concept that the author wants to portray through the narrative, characters, and settings. The main idea can either be explicit, which means it's directly stated in the story, or it can be implied, which means it's not directly stated in the story.

What is the main point of a story called? ›

Theme is the main or central idea in a literary work. It is the unifying element of a story.

What is a key moment in a story? ›

The key event is the moment when the character becomes engaged by the inciting event. For example, in most detective stories, the inciting event (the crime) takes place apart from the main character, who doesn't become involved with it until the key event, when he takes on the case.

What are the six story stages? ›

Specifically, the students learned the six-stage story structure (i.e. setting, theme, attempt, consequence, climax, and resolution) from a number of stories in the dual tasks (i.e. the use of digital storybook after the use of paper-based storybook) and then applied this structure to create their own stories.

What do the 3 main parts of plot include? ›

The three-act structure is a model used in narrative fiction that divides a story into three parts (or acts), often called the Setup, the Confrontation, and the Resolution.

What are the 4 types of plot structures? ›

The plot used in fictions can be differentiated into four types: linear, episodic, parallel, and flashback.

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