1. Writing Mid-term Reports
Zubin

2. What Report Card Comments SHOULD be
personalized
CLEAR
PRECISE
MEANINGFUL
Christine

3. When writing comments Teachers should:
use clear language parents will understand (rather than educational terminology taken directly from the curriculum
provide personal and meaningful feedback
use your own professional judgement when identifying aspects of learning
write in a positive tone
Sarah

4. The 4 Part Comment Describe what students have learned
Refer to specific evidence
Describe next steps for improvement
How parent/guardians can support
The 4 Part Comment
Samir

5. 1. Describe what students have learned
<50%            Level 3
Level 2          Level 4
1. Describe what students have learned
Student 1 has had difficulty learning the topics of basic probability and personal budgeting covered thus far in the course; Student 2 demonstrates limited knowledge and skills of the computer and networking skills learned in this course. Student 3 demonstrates a substantial and good understanding of the elements of drama and uses most of the creative process on his own to complete composition activities. Student 4 has demonstrated extensive understanding of written and oral communication techniques,
Zubin

6. 2. Refer to specific evidence
<50%            Level 3
Level 2          Level 4
2. Refer to specific evidence
...this is evident on both his quiz and summative unit test. He is often absent or late for class, which impacts his success in this course. ...She participates in class discussions about e-waste, however, she has some difficulty recalling important specifics on assessments and needs to be more descriptive on written assignments. ...His Body Image/Nutrition report highlighted good understanding and reflection of the importance of a healthy lifestyle. ...including the literary research essay and motivational speech projects learned in this class.
Chrsitine

7. 3. Describe next steps for improvement
<50%            Level 3
Level 2          Level 4
3. Describe next steps for improvement
In order to earn this credit,Student 1 should complete all homework assigned, attend Thursday after school extra help sessions and make a plan with me to catch up on missed work. In the future, Student 1 should complete test review sheets and seek feedback from the teacher, peers and at home before submitting written work. Continue to use feedback to refine technique and expression. She is encouraged to continue to develop her ideas by adding more supportive details to her writing.
Sarah

8. 4. How parent/guardians can support?
<50%            Level 3
Level 2          Level 4
4. How parent/guardians can support?
At home, ask him to show you the dance combinations being explored and assist him with remembering his props and practicing his lines.  Student 4 is also encouraged to continue to read a variety of texts at home, including novels, magazines and biographies.
Samir

9. BE AWARE
Give special consideration to a student's more recent evidence of achievement
Overly long or detailed comments may dilute your message
Zubin

10. Learning Skills RE: Growing success
Christine: You can direct everyone's attention to the Growing Success document and where the descriptions of learning skills are located
RE: Growing success

11. Include students in the process to help gain perspective on a student's progress
Sarah: You can draw everyone's attention to the student self report handout. Be sure to mention they are free to use/change the document for use in class
RE: Student Handout

12. Don't forget to talk/collaborate with other teachers
Samir