/* SAVE YOURSELF HOURS... /* IMPORT THESE COMMENTS INTO: SchoolReportWriter.COM /* No.1 in GOOGLE - "BEST TEACHER REPORTS APP": /* - TRUSTED by 1000s of teachers, since 2012 /* - QUICKLY create personalised reports /* - PASTE into your school system, Word etc /* - GENDER NEUTRAL option /* - DEMO video at SchoolReportWriter.COM /* FOR HELP see end of this document. /* Subjects: English, Mathematics (Maths), Geography, History, Life Orientation, Natural Science COMMENTS: Behavior 1=#N cooperates consistently with the teacher and other students. 2=#N transitions easily between classroom activities without distraction. 3=#N is courteous and shows good manners in the classroom. 4=#N follows classroom rules. 5=#N conducts #s with maturity. 6=#N responds appropriately when corrected. 7=#N remains focused on the activity at hand. 8=#N resists the urge to be distracted by other students. 9=#N is kind and helpful to everyone in the classroom. 10=#N sets an example of excellence in behavior and cooperation. 11=#N consistently makes good choices in all parts of the school day. 12=#N demonstrates behavior that sets the standard for our class. 13=#N is able to separate work and social times. 14=#N is polite to adults and peers in and out of the classroom. 15=#N manages #h feelings and emotions well in the classroom. 16=#N reacts appropriately in adverse situations. 17=#N is a role model for our class with #h good behavior. COMMENTS: General Comments 1 1=#N has become more confident about answering questions and talking in front of the class 2=#N has worked hard in many curriculum areas and has produced some work to be really proud of. 3=#E is quiet in class but works hard. 4=#N has a positive attitude towards all aspects of #h schoolwork, and sets a superb example. 5=#E is extremely conscientious, producing work to be really proud of. 6=#E sets an excellent example of good behaviour and has a sensible attitude. 7=#E has a high level of independent working skills. 8=#E is considerate and is always polite and sensible. 9=#E takes a lot of pride in #h work. 10=#N is a friendly member of the class, who works with enthusiasm and regularly contributes to class discussion. 11=#N is a confident member of the class and contributes well in lessons. 12=#N is extremely conscientious and has produced some excellent work to be really proud of. 13=#E is considerate with many friends and is always polite and sensible. 14=#N is a helpful pupil who is sensible and well behaved. 15=#N is a cheerful pupil and a popular member of the class. 16=#N gets on well with a variety of children in the class and is a very lively and cheerful pupil. 17=#E is making excellent progress. 18=#E makes good contributions to discussions in class and often asks questions. 19=#E gets along well with others and has many friends. 20=#N has many friends and is always displays a pleasant nature. COMMENTS: General Comments 2 1=Although the standard of presentation of #h work has been variable, #N works very hard and has produced some work to be extremely proud of. 2=#E needs to put more effort into written work. 3=#N is too easily distracted in class. 4=#N is generally hardworking, although #e can be easily distracted. 5=#E is always helpful and willing to undertake jobs around the classroom. 6=#E is always polite and friendly and gets on well with everyone. 7=#E is usually cheerful with a smile and a joke. 8=#E has a good sense of humour and enjoys sharing a joke with children and adults alike. 9=Although the standard of presentation of #h work has been variable, #N works very hard and has produced some work to be extremely proud of. 10=#E needs to put more effort into written work. 11=#N is too easily distracted in class. 12=#N is generally hardworking, although #e can be easily distracted. 13=#H attitude to school and work in general has improved this term and #e has calmed down. 14=#N has produced some good work when #e makes the effort but is capable of more. 15=#N must ask if #e does not understand the work and in this way #e will make much more progress. 16=Recently, #N has settled down well and worked much harder in class. 17=However, #h behaviour can still be silly at times and #e needs to realise that next year #e will be in the oldest year group in the school. 18=#H attitude to work when working in class is good but #e needs to do #h homework in order to make progress. COMMENTS: Interests abd talents 1=#N has a well-developed sense of humor. 2=#N holds many varied interests. 3=#N has a keen interest that has been shared with the class. 4=#N displays and talks about personal items from home when they relate to topics of study. 5=#N provides background knowledge about topics of particular interest to them. 6=#N has an impressive understanding and depth of knowledge about their interests. 7=#N seeks additional information independently about classroom topics that pique interest. 8=#N reads extensively for enjoyment. 9=#N frequently discusses concepts about which they have read. 10=#N is a gifted performer. COMMENTS: Intro sentences 1 1=#N is an outstanding student who has worked very hard throughout the #Time-period and I expect #m to do well in #h exams next year. 2=#N is a friendly, well behaved student who seems to enjoy the lessons and tries to participate when #h can. 3=#N is a good example to the other students in #h behaviour and attitude. 4=#N is a friendly and hard-working member of the class and has put in a steady performance throughout the #Time-period. 5=#N consistently completes assignments and homework tasks on time. 6=#N has approached new learning opportunities with confidence this term. 7=#N is a confident, lively student who is not afraid to participate in class or engage with the teacher. 8=#N always accepts responsibility for completing tasks on time and with care. 9=#N is a friendly, well behaved student who seems to enjoy the lessons and tries to participate when #e can. 10=#N approaches new learning opportunities with confidence and demonstrates a positive attitude towards learning. 11=#N follows classroom routines and instructions independently and displays a positive attitude towards learning. 12=#N has made a number of positive gains in various areas of learning skills. 13=Although #e has a quiet nature, #N makes an effort to participate in class and #e always completes #h homework and the class exercises thoroughly and carefully. 14=After a difficult start #N has done some excellent work and is now back on target. A very pleasing #Time-period. Well done #N! 15=#N has had a mixed #Time-period but there are signs of improvement in #h behaviour of late. 16=Overall #N has worked very well but there are a few issues with #h time-keeping and homework that #e needs to address. 17=Establishing a consistent study and homework routine must become one of #h #Time-period goals. 18=#E needs to make more of an effort to stay focused and to complete the class work and #h homework more often. 19=Despite a drop in #h overall mark, #N is still doing very well in class. 20=#N is a considerate student who has had some difficulty adjusting to the academic expectations of the classroom. COMMENTS: Intro sentences 2 1=#N's effort has improved recently. #E enjoys participating and almost always completes #h homework. 2=#N demonstrates a genuine concern for learning and approaches given tasks with a sincere desire to succeed. 3=#N's work often exhibits thought and care. 4=#E works well cooperatively and independently to achieve #h academic goals. 5=#N approaches new learning opportunities with confidence and demonstrates a positive attitude towards learning. 6=#N is a conscientious student who forms positive relationships with #h peers and adults. 7=#N has done well this term. #E is an enthusiastic member of the class who enjoys all aspects of the work. 8=#N is a very curious individual who often contributes ideas and information to the class. 9=Although a quiet individual, #N enjoys sharing #h ideas and concerns with #h classmates in small groups. 10=#N is very well behaved in class and always has a positive attitude. 11=In class, #N was quiet at first, but now #e is lively and engaged and seems to enjoy the class activities and exercises. 12=#N is a highly motivated and independent learner who is to be commended on #h academic award this term. 13=#N is a considerate and energetic student who has adjusted well to the routines and expectations of the classroom. 14=#N is making gradual gains this year in handling challenges at school, however #e needs to express #h opinions more in class and must seek clarification when unsure about something. 15=#N has expressed an eagerness to do better in #h academics this term, yet has had difficulty reaching some of #h goals. 16=#N is usually focused, but occasionally needs reminders to stay on task. 17=#N did not do as well as I had hoped for this term. 18=#E can get a little boisterous or loses focus in class, but mostly #e is well behaved and seems to enjoy lessons. 19=#N is an able child who often gets distracted by #h i-Pad. 20=#N is a good student when #e wants to be, but most of the time #e is very lazy and still uninterested in school work. COMMENTS: Middle paragraph 1=I was very pleased to see #h #Subject marks improved, I would like #m to really focus on #h #? for next term. 2=#E begins work promptly and accepts responsibility for #h own learning. 3=#E is encouraged to participate more in group and class discussions 4=#E is very respectful to the teacher and other students. 5=#H levels of focus and concentration in the classroom are high and can only get better. 6=#E participates in all activities and always comes to class prepared. 7=I could see a vast improvement in the commitment of #h studies this term and I truly appreciate it. 8=#E is becoming more self-reliant and as a result is more confident in class. 9=#E should be pleased with #h progress and understanding of the lesson content. 10=#E always demonstrates respect and consideration for adults and peers. 11=I urge #m to get more involved during class discussions and to make #h opinions heard. 12=#N makes an effort to participate in class and #e always completes #h homework and the class exercises thoroughly and carefully. 13=#E works well without any supervision and you can usually trust #m to get the job done. 14=#E has set #s attainable goals and is working diligently to attain them. 15=#E needs to make more of an effort to stay focused and to complete the class work and #h homework more often. 16=#E shows a positive attitude towards learning. 17=#E is learning to work independently, without interrupting #h peers. 18=#E is often able to work co-operatively in small groups, yet has had difficulty working independently to achieve academic success. 19=I urge #h to please be more vocal during class discussions and to make it known if #e does not understand something. 20=There is still room for improvement with regards to #h homework tasks and #?. COMMENTS: Middle paragraph 2 1=#E is an enthusiastic member of the class, understands instructions well and is always wanting to do better. 2=#E is a well-liked member of the classroom who works well in groups and always follows classroom and school procedures. 3=#E is a role model for other students in terms of #h ability to focus on the task at hand as well as the consistent completion of work with high quality. 4=#H willingness to lead and organise class activities and discussions is noted and appreciated. 5=#E shows initiative and thinks things through for #s. 6=#E welcomes new tasks and learning opportunities with confidence. 7=#E is engaged with #h lessons and always comes prepared with homework completed. 8=#N has a great deal of potential that would facilitate #h becoming an academic leader in the classroom. 9=If #e learns to focus and concentrate I am hopeful that #N will improve next term. 10=I can't help but feel that #N did not take #h exams seriously this term and #h results are proof of that. 11=I am impressed with #h general progress and understanding of the materials we are studying, however I believe #e will need further help with #h #Subject going forward as #h level of understanding is lower than most of the other pupils in class. 12=#E continues to require frequent reminders to use #h class time to complete tasks and needs to seriously take a look at #h organizational skills and homework tasks going into the #Time-period. 13=I must encourage #m to put in some initiative and deep thought into #h written work during assignments in order to experience success in #h academics. 14=I often have to remind #m to use #h class time for the completion of assignment tasks or to seek further explanation. 15=#H work is neatly and accurately done and #e is a polite conscientious pupil. 16=#E must also demonstrate consideration for #h classmates by refraining from frequent outbursts and focus on #h academics. 17=#E is still quite disruptive in class due to #h sudden outbursts and continuous chatter with those around #m. 18=#N is a very able child, however #e makes little effort when not under direct supervision. 19=#E often rushes through work as fast as possible, and does not think about what #e is writing down. 20=#H work is often unorganised and untidy, this in turn plays a big part in #h classmark being so low. COMMENTS: Participation 1=#N listens attentively to the responses of others. 2=#N follows directions. 3=#N takes an active role in discussions. 4=#N enhances group discussion through insightful comments. 5=#N shares personal experiences and opinions with peers. 6=#N responds to what has been read or discussed in class and as homework. 7=#N asks for clarification when needed. 8=#N regularly volunteers to assist in classroom activities. 9=#N remains an active learner throughout the school day. COMMENTS: Summing-up sentences 1=#N always tries #h best and has achieved a well-deserved mark of #?% overall. An excellent performance, keep it up! 2=#N is a role model for other students in terms of ability to focus on the task and consistent completion of work with high quality. 3=#N is to be congratulated on #h achievements, and is encouraged to continue in this more positive, responsible manner throughout the #Time-period. 4=#N follows classroom routines and instructions independently and displays a positive attitude towards learning. 5=#N is working well independently, shows good motivation and is a risk taker, especially when working on tasks that require problem solving and creativity. 6=#E is developing greater self-control in all work situations, and has established realistic goals for #s for the #Time-period. 7=#E is encouraged to maintain this positive, responsible attitude throughout the #Time-period. 8=#N has attained a pleasing set of results. This was #h target and #e should be proud of #s. To ensure #e keeps this up next year #e should #How-to-improve. 9=A conscientious pupil, #N has set goals for personal achievement and is working diligently to attain them. 10=#E is encouraged to maintain solid effort throughout the #Time-period. 11=#N has achieved an overall mark of #?%. #E often works below #h best and with a little more effort #e could easily reach #?%. To improve #e should #How-to-improve. 12=Establishing a consistent study and homework routine must become one of #N's #Time-period goals. 13=Timely completion of homework and regular, daily use of the homework diary must be done if #N is to continue to experience success in academic subjects. 14=I must encourage #N to seek assistance prior to test dates. 15=#E continues to require some reminders to use #h class time to complete assignment tasks or seek clarification. 16=#N is reminded to work towards #h personal best and refrain from excessive socializing. 17=#E needs to demonstrate consideration for #h classmates by refraining from frequent outbursts and focus on #h academics. 18=#N has not had the best of starts this year and is still working below #h capabilities. #E rarely completes #h work on time. To achieve more next year #e needs to #How-to-improve. COMMENTS: Time management 1=#N tackles classroom assignments, tasks, and group work in an organized manner. 2=#N uses class time wisely. 3=#N is well-prepared for class each day. 4=#N works at an appropriate pace, neither too quickly or slowly. 5=#N completes assignments in the time allotted. 6=#N paces work on long-term assignments. 7=#N sets achievable goals with respect to time. 8=#N completes make-up work in a timely fashion. COMMENTS: Work habits 1=#N is a conscientious, hard-working student. 2=#N works independently. 3=#N is a self-motivated student. 4=#N consistently completes homework assignments. 5=#N puts forth their best effort into homework assignments. 6=#N exceeds expectations with the quality of their work. 7=#N readily grasps new concepts and ideas. 8=#N generates neat and careful work. 9=#N checks work thoroughly before submitting it. 10=#N stays on task with little supervision. 11=#N displays self-discipline. 12=#N avoids careless errors through attention to detail. 13=#N uses free minutes of class time constructively. 14=#N is a self-motivated worker. 15=#N demonstrates hard work and produces quality results. 16=#N is an inquisitive learner who enjoys analyzing situations and making new discoveries in all parts of the school day. 17=#N actively engages in working carefully and conscientiously. 18=#N pays attention to detail in daily work. 19=#N shows perseverance on challenging assignments. 20=#N is able to transition easily from one activity to the next. LIST: How-to-improve 1=focus more in the lessons 2=put more time aside for homework 3=try not to chat during lessons 4=do more project research on the internet 5=develop #h study skills 6=pay more attention to instructions 7=spend less time on #h i-pad 8=remember to bring #h work to school 9=remember to write #h homework down every day LIST: Subject 1=English 2=Mathematics 3=Afrikaans 4=Social Science 5=Natural Science 6=Life Orientation 7=Technology 8=EMS LIST: Time-period 1=year 2=1st term 3=2nd term 4=3rd term 5=4th term /*========================================= /* HELP: Creating & Importing Files /*========================================= /* /* See also, YouTube Teacher Training Video at: /* SCHOOL REPORT WRITER .COM /* https://schoolreportwriter.com/ /* /* #N - Name /* #E - She/He/They /* #e - she/he/they /* #H - His/Her/Their /* #h = his/her/their /* #b - girl/boy/child /* #m - him/her/them /* #s - herself/himself/themself /* #? - be prompted for text later e.g. #N achieved #?% in the exam. /* #your-list-name - select from a list later e.g. #N excelled in #topics. /* {BR} - line break; {BR}{BR} - double line break. /* /* /* DID YOU KNOW? /* /* You can also import comment files in the, /* Teachers Report Assistant format. /* There are 1000s around the web. /* School Report Writer automatically converts them. /* /* /* YOUR EXISTING COMMENTS ARE SAFE: /* /* When you upload, you will be shown the comments /* you are about to import. 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