101

Report Card
Comments
to Use Now
By Genia Connell
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 101 Report Card Comments to Use Right Now

Openings

It has truly been a pleasure getting to know _______this quarter.

_______has made great progress across the curriculum since the beginning of the
school year.
_______has made very good academic and/or social progress this quarter.
_______has done a very nice job this quarter, taking pride in her work and completing assignments with
quality in mind.
_______continues to have a great year in third grade.
It has been a pleasure having the opportunity to work with _______during his third grade year.

Personal Attributes
The student(‘s)…
 an enthusiastic learner
 tackles new challenges seriously/eagerly and with a positive attitude.
 arrives at school each day with a smile, ready to learn.
 an active participant in small group discussions.
 effort that he puts into his work is evident as he completes assignments with quality in mind.
 shows perseverance in all she does.
 has many insightful ideas to share with the class.
 kind, caring and friendly character makes her a role model for classmates.
 cheery demeanor has made her a friend to many in our classroom.
 uses common sense to problem solve independently and in a positive manner.
 respectful of others.
 adapts easily to new situations.

Behavior
The student(’s)…
 consistently makes good choices in all parts of the school day
 behavior set the standard for our class.
 able to separate work and social times
 manages their feelings and emotions well in the classroom
 reacts appropriately in adverse situations
 is a role model for our class with his good behavior.

Work Habits
The student(’s)…
 daily assignments are always completed in a timely manner.
 homework is returned on time and well done.
 uses class time constructively.
 consistently uses personal best effort on a daily basis.
  completes work with quality in mind.
 a self-motivated worker.
 hard work produces quality results.
 an inquisitive learner who enjoys analyzing situations and making new discoveries in all parts of the
school day.
 actively engages in working carefully and conscientiously
 pays attention to detail in daily work.
 follows directions.
 works independently and stays on task.
 uses higher level thinking strategies to apply learned skills to new situations.
 passion for (subject area) shows through with the resolve he puts into every single assignment.
 works very well with others in a group.
 shows perseverance on challenging assignments.
 able to transition easily from one activity to the next.

Social Skills

The student(‘s)…
 always willing to help a classmate.
 values what others have to say.
 treats others fairly.
 gets along well with others.
 polite to peers and/or adults, in and out of the classroom.
 takes the thoughts and feeling of others into account before speaking or acting.
 handles disagreements with peers appropriately and diplomatically.
 makes friends easily.
 enjoys spending time with friends.

Communication
The student(’s)…
 effectively participates in a range of conversations with diverse partners.
 builds on other’s ideas and expresses their own clearly and persuasively
 an active participant in small and/or large group discussions
 an active listener and important member of group discussions.
 asks and answers questions that demonstrate understanding
 ask questions or seeks clarification when needed.
 listens well and shares ideas frequently.
 shares appropriate and relevant information.
 listens to the ideas, opinions and comments of others without interrupting.
 responds appropriately to other’s comments during partner/turn and talk time.

Reading

The student(’s)…
  retells events from a story in a sequential manner.
 reads closely to determine what the text says explicitly and makes logical inferences from it.
 goes back to the text and cites evidence to support conclusions drawn from the text.
 has a good sense of story structure; able to identify the setting, characters, problem and solution.
 describes characters in a story and explains how they impact the story
 analyzes how two or more texts are similar
 using taught reading strategies well to gain meaning, especially…
 uses strategies such as making connections, asking questions about the text and inferencing to aid
their comprehension.
 fluency and intonation are very good.
 reads dialogue with expression.
 uses text features and search tools to efficiently locate information relevant to a given topic.
 uses information gained from illustrations to demonstrate understanding of the text.
 reads and comprehends informational texts, including science and social studies
 chooses books that are at her “just right” reading level.
 reading stamina is very good. Student is able to read for ___ consecutive minutes.
 works well and participates in small, guided reading groups.

Writing
The student(’s)…
 knowledge and application of writing conventions such as capitalization and punctuation are
strong.
 spelling and word work are very good/have shown great improvement over the past several weeks.
 writing has been a joy to read over the past few weeks. I especially liked (give examples of what
student wrote that you felt was well done.)
 language arts skills continue to blossom, especially in the areas of…
 conveys her thoughts and ideas clearly
 sentences are written as complete thoughts
 writes opinion pieces with well thought-out supportive reasoning.
 writing shows a strong grasp of organization, she stays on topic and uses relevant details.
 uses details to expand upon the great written thoughts she already putting on paper.
 use of descriptive language is strong, allowing the audience to clearly visualize what is being
written.
 uses an appropriate voice in her writing which allows her personality to come through in her
written pieces.

Math
The student(’s)…
 knows basic math facts (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
 uses various strategies to solve one and two step word problems.
 identifies and extends mathematical patterns.
 understands place value and uses it to round numbers.
 solves real world mathematical problems involving perimeter and area.
 understands the relationship between addition and subtraction/multiplication and division.
 can identify the attributes of two and three dimensional objects.
  uses measurement tools well to determine length /volume/time/money/temperature.
 uses data to create charts and graphs.
 uses date from charts and graphs to solve problems.

Goals
While the students may be learning and growing, there is always room for improvement. Provide at least one
specific goal that you will be working on with the student the following quarter. Use all of the comments
above to help you set your goals. Simply add beginnings such as:

 Your child would benefit from...

 This quarter we will be working on...
 I would like to see your child work on ...
 Your child needs to pay closer attention to...
 One area for improvement...

Closings
I always close on a positive note while giving a boost to my students' confidence. I let them know how proud I
am of what they have been doing, and how I look forward to what is to come:

 I am so proud of all you have accomplished. Keep up the wonderful things you are doing!
 You are an amazing student, and you truly shine!
 I can hardly wait to see how you impress me during the next quarter!
 You have had a terrific quarter and I am confident the next one will be even better!
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Student Strengths/Successes
1. Listens and follows directions well
2. Expresses ideas clearly
3. Does neat, thorough work
4. Seeks information independently
5. Completes activities in a timely manner
6. Occupies his/her time constructively
7. Communicates well with students and teacher
8. Works well in group settings and makes many contributions to the group
9. Follows directions well, and is self-sufficient within the classroom
10. Is extremely motivated, and always puts his/her best effort into classroom assignments
11. Takes direction well and instantly applies them to his/her ______ skills
12. Understands the concept of…
13. Has a good knowledge of…
14. Demonstrates superior work in…
15. Is able to successfully…

Improvement and Growth

1. Has demonstrated very good progress this year
2. Has matured nicely this year, both academically and socially
3. Is learning how to be a better listener, and takes direction well
4. Has worked very hard this year, and has made strong gains in the area of ______
5. Has shown great improvement with __________
6. Is progressing nicely, and shows constant improvement in many areas of schoolwork
including _______
7. Is becoming more self-reliant during independent work periods
8. Is learning to be cooperative when working in groups
9. Is developing more positive ways to interact with others
10. Is listening to directions more carefully
11. Work habits have shown improvement.
12. Is showing good growth in all areas, especially in…
13. Has continued to make steady progress with…
14. Has shown noticeable improvement in…
15. Is developing consistent work habits, such as …

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Needs Assistance
1. Requires guidance to remain focused and complete tasks
2. Needs encouragement to work more independently
3. Requires constant supervision and direct assistance with his/her assignments
4. Tends to work too quickly, which often results in careless mistakes and poor written work
5. Needs to listen to directions more carefully
6. Works best in one-on-one situations
7. Needs to be encouraged to work more slowly and accurately
8. Is easily distracted in school and needs to improve in his/her work habits
9. ______’s attitude toward schoolwork is inconsistent, and continues to need guidance
and encouragement.
10. Looks to others for help
11. Is excelling in most of his/her _____ skills, but needs to begin concentrating on the
following skills…
12. Although there has been some improvement in _____, he/she still has difficulty with…
13. Tries to do his/her best, however the work is difficult for him/her
14. Has difficulty with …
15. Could benefit from…

Behavior/Attitude
1. Has a good attitude towards work, and always hands in assignments on time
2. Displays an excellent attitude toward learning
3. Is a responsible and considerate classmate
4. Is respectful to other students and takes turn talking
5. Is eager to learn
6. Is well-liked by peers
7. Takes pride in his/her work
8. Responds well to direction, and applies this correction to his/her work and social habits
9. Enjoys participating in conversation and discussions
10. ______’s attitude is improving, and he/she is always happy to participate in class discussions.
11. Has a good work ethic, however, he/she often talks at inappropriate times
12. Needs guidance cooperating and interacting with peers

End-of-Year
1. ______ could benefit from reading library books this summer.
2. ______ is a wonderful student, and I’m happy to have had him/her in my class.
3. With his/her friendly, cooperative attitude, he/she will always be a pleasant addition to
any class.
4. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance at home with _______.
5. I enjoyed having _____ in my class.

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100 Report Card Comments
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Attitude
Behavior
Character
Communication Skills
Group Work
Interests and Talents
Participation
Social Skills
Time Management
Work Habits
Attitude
The student:
● is an enthusiastic learner who seems to enjoy school.
● exhibits a positive outlook and attitude in the classroom.
● appears well rested and ready for each day's activities.
 ● shows enthusiasm for classroom activities.
● shows initiative and looks for new ways to get involved.
● uses instincts to deal with matters independently and in a positive way.
● strives to reach their full potential.
● is committed to doing their best.
● seeks new challenges.
● takes responsibility for their learning.

Behavior
The student:
● cooperates consistently with the teacher and other students.
● transitions easily between classroom activities without distraction.
● is courteous and shows good manners in the classroom.
● follows classroom rules.
● conducts themselves with maturity.
● responds appropriately when corrected.
● remains focused on the activity at hand.
● resists the urge to be distracted by other students.
● is kind and helpful to everyone in the classroom.
● sets an example of excellence in behavior and cooperation.

Character
The student:

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● shows respect for teachers and peers.

● treats school property and the belongings of others with care and respect.
● is honest and trustworthy in dealings with others.
● displays good citizenship by assisting other students.
● joins in school community projects.
 ● is concerned about the feelings of peers.
● faithfully performs classroom tasks.
● can be depended on to do what they are asked to do.
● seeks responsibilities and follows through.
● is thoughtful in interactions with others.

Communication Skills
The student:
● has a well-developed vocabulary.
● chooses words with care.
● expresses ideas clearly, both verbally and through writing.
● has a vibrant imagination and excels in creative writing.
● has found their voice through poetry writing.
● uses vivid language in writing.
● writes clearly and with purpose.
● writes with depth and insight.
● can make a logical and persuasive argument.
● listens to the comments and ideas of others without interrupting.

Group Work
The student:
● offers constructive suggestions to peers to enhance their work.
● accepts the recommendations of peers and acts on them when appropriate.
● is sensitive to the thoughts and opinions of others in the group.
● takes on various roles in the work group as needed or assigned.
● welcomes leadership roles in groups.
● shows fairness in distributing group tasks.
● plans and carries out group activities carefully.
● works democratically with peers.
● encourages other members of the group.
● helps to keep the work group focused and on task.

Interests and Talents

The student:
● has a well-developed sense of humor.
● holds many varied interests.
● has a keen interest that has been shared with the class.
● displays and talks about personal items from home when they relate to topics of
study.
● provides background knowledge about topics of particular interest to them.
● has an impressive understanding and depth of knowledge about their interests.
 ● seeks additional information independently about classroom topics that pique
interest.
● reads extensively for enjoyment.
● frequently discusses concepts about which they have read.
● is a gifted performer.
● is a talented artist.
● has a flair for dramatic reading and acting.
● enjoys sharing their musical talent with the class.

Participation
The student:
● listens attentively to the responses of others.
● follows directions.
● takes an active role in discussions.
● enhances group discussion through insightful comments.
● shares personal experiences and opinions with peers.
● responds to what has been read or discussed in class and as homework.
● asks for clarification when needed.
● regularly volunteers to assist in classroom activities.
● remains an active learner throughout the school day.

Social Skills
The student:
● makes friends quickly in the classroom.
● is well-liked by classmates.
● handles disagreements with peers appropriately.
● treats other students with fairness and understanding.
● is a valued member of the class.
● has compassion for peers and others.
● seems comfortable in new situations.
● enjoys conversation with friends during free periods.
● chooses to spend free time with friends.

Time Management
The student:
● tackles classroom assignments, tasks, and group work in an organized manner.
● uses class time wisely.
● arrives on time for school (and/or class) every day.
● is well-prepared for class each day.
● works at an appropriate pace, neither too quickly or slowly.
● completes assignments in the time allotted.
● paces work on long-term assignments.
 ● sets achievable goals with respect to time.
● completes make-up work in a timely fashion.

Work Habits
The student:
● is a conscientious, hard-working student.
● works independently.
● is a self-motivated student.
● consistently completes homework assignments.
● puts forth their best effort into homework assignments.
● exceeds expectations with the quality of their work.
● readily grasps new concepts and ideas.
● generates neat and careful work.
● checks work thoroughly before submitting it.
● stays on task with little supervision.
● displays self-discipline.
● avoids careless errors through attention to detail.
● uses free minutes of class time constructively.
● creates impressive home projects.
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