Report Cards: Advice & Suggested Comments

Have you ever been stumped by what to say while writing report card comments, or are you tired of writing the same things over and over? These suggested comments and phrases can be used as is, or adapted for any grade and subject. And, they are guaranteed to speed up the report card process. Areas include work habits, citizenship, math, reading, attitude, and more. You'll also find plenty of handouts to give to parents that include advice on dealing with report cards and grades.

Comments & Phrases Report Card Comments—Academic Achievement & Improvement Creative and applicable academic achievement/improvement comments and phrases to use while completing the report card process. Report Card Comments & Phrases—Citizenship Excellent citizenship report card comments and phrases that will save hours at the end of each marking period. Report Card Comments & Phrases—End of Year Fitting comments and phrases for end of the year report cards. Report Card Comments & Phrases—General and Handwriting General and handwriting comments and phrases to be used during the report card crunch. Report Card Comments & Phrases—Language Arts & Reading An assortment of report card comments and phrases focusing on reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Report Card Comments & Phrases—Math Suggested math report card comments and phrases to assist you at the end of every quarter.

Report Card Comments & Phrases—Personality & Attitude These comments and phrases are appropriate for all students and are a great time-saver while doing report cards. Report Card Comments & Phrases—Work Habits A set of comments and phrases that can be used during the time-consuming process of completing report cards. Positive Descriptions of Student Behavior An extensive list of verbs and phrases that will help you to prepare positive, descriptive statements about a student's behavior. Advice for Parents Report Cards: Advice for Parents Distribute this handout to parents to help them respond to their child's report card constructively no matter what the situation. When Report Cards Don't Make the Grade: Advice for Parents Here are some practical suggestions for you give parents when their child's report card is less than perfect. Understanding Report Cards Read these five tips for dealing with a less-than-perfect report card.