Progress Report Help - Comment Framework

I tried to simplify the numerous pages around the Comment Framework.  This by no means is a substitute but only a starting point.  

Why do we write the Progress Report:

1. When parents read the comment can they see their child?

2.    When students read the comment can they see themselves?

Comment Framework:  

(the colours match the individual lines from the examples in the attachment I sent out last week)

• focus on what students have learned  

(Write key learning with qualifiers and descriptors)

This statement can be generated ëby levelí (i.e. your level 1, 2, 3 & 4)

• describe significant strengths

(Share specific examples that demonstrate the learning)

How/When did the student demonstrate this learning?

• Example: using manipulatives, orally, written assignment, etc…
• Very difficult for all students to demonstrate the exact same way.  There might be groups demonstrating in a similar manner.  Even all Level 2 Students might not demonstrate their learning in the same manner.

• identify next steps for improvement

(Communicate next steps to student and parents)

• Once again, it is very difficult for all students to need the exact same next step.  There might be groups requiring a similar next step.

Reminders:

• Follow one-page sheet (donít forget Religion/Family Life Comment)
• Follow Comment Framework (i.e. see examples)
• In Numeracy, you comment on where you are (i.e. strand specific)
• During your literacy block you are working in all areas (i.e. oral, reading, writing & media literacy).  Comment where you are.  

Please remember that these are Progress Reports not Report Cards.  The most important part is the Learning Skills section.  This area is foundational for student achievement.