6 Key points to remember when writing report card comments:
- If a child is having difficulty, say so. More info: How to Tactfully Define a problem on a report card.
- 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. More Info: tips on encouraging parental involvement through report card comments.
- Always say something positive about the child. More info: How to say something positive about every child.
- Specifics are much better than generalities. More info: Examples of general comments to avoid.
- Avoid meaningless cliche’s like “I enjoyed having ____ in my class”.
Can’t write your own comments because of a numerical system? Here’s a way to still leave appropriate comments for parents: Numerical Report Card Comments
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)
