6 Key points to remember when writing report card comments:
- If a child is having difficulty, say so.
- Add something you have done to help and/or something you will do to help in this area.
- Also provide suggestions for something the parent can do at home to help.
- Always say something positive about the child.
- Specifics are much better than generalities.
- Avoid meaningless cliche’s like “I enjoyed having ____ in my class”.
Looking for more resources on Report card comments? Try these books:
Just The Right Words: 201 Report Card Comments
Writing Effective Report Card Comments (Grades 1-6)
