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 Language Report Comments

XXXX is excelling in reading and writing. He/She reads a range of books with excellent
fluency and comprehension. XXXX is open-minded and resourceful in his/her approach
to writing. He/She uses teacher feedback and classroom resources to improve and edit
his/her work. These strategies have enabled him/her to significantly improve in various
writing tasks. XXXX writes best when reflecting on his/her own experiences, and
his/her work is always a pleasure to read. He/She takes pride in producing quality work
and appreciates feedback from his/her peers and teachers. XXXX produced an
exceptional persuasive letter about XXXX which revealed clear evidence of being
carefully composed, proofed and edited. We are currently working on developing
XXXX’s expression when reading aloud. As his/her confidence grows, so should
his/her presentation skills.

XXXX is a creative writer and is receptive to teacher feedback. One of XXXX’s goals
this semester has been to take the time to self-correct his/her work as he/she has a
tendency to rush. This will help improve the neatness and layout of his/her bookwork in
order to make it more legible. When reading, XXXX regularly makes insightful
inferences of the plot and offers a different perspective on the motivations of the
characters. He/She enjoys reading aloud with the class and reads clearly, sometimes
adjusting voice and pace as required by the plot. XXXX’s confidence presenting in front
of his/her peers has greatly improved this semester. He/She is beginning to slow down
to speak clearly, project his/her voice and use expression. XXXX displays his/her
general knowledge and independent thinking by asking insightful questions and giving
thoughtful comments during class and group discussions. He/She is an active member
of the class and is capable of working conscientiously on both teacher-directed and
independent activities.

The quality of XXXX' writing pieces has greatly improved this semester. He/She enjoys
writing about topics that interest him/her and is now creating more complex sentences.
XXXX is beginning to revise his/her writing with new, unique vocabulary and can use
some of the spelling strategies taught to correct his/her spelling errors. One of his/her
goals is to take the time to self-correct and improve the neatness, layout and general
presentation of his/her work in order to make it more legible. XXXX is a confident
reader who is focussing on expression, pace and eye contact when presenting. When

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reading, XXXX uses his/her previous knowledge to make accurate predictions as well
as to make connections between the characters and events in the story.

XXXX is a confident presenter. He/She is able to express his/her ideas and opinions
clearly and articulately. A goal for XXXX is to work on his/her ability to express his/her
ideas through his/her writing. XXXX has a good vocabulary and is beginning to
structure his/her writing pieces more accurately. He/She is encouraged to persevere
with the writing process, to ensure that he/she produces work to the best of his/her
ability. Spending time revising his/her work after completion will help him/her to see
where additional details are required. XXXX’s comprehension skills have improved this
semester and he/she is increasingly proficient at identifying themes and issues within
texts, and then using supporting details to justify his/her interpretations.

XXXX’s oral English has improved significantly this year and he/she has enjoyed
formal presentations, particularly XXXX. His/Her homework tasks were consistently
completed to an impressive standard, demonstrating independence and creativity.
XXXX’s presentations were engaging, detailed and well thought-out. The persuasive
letter writing and comprehension text responses XXXX completed demonstrated a
competent knowledge and application of language techniques and conventions.
He/She worked hard to thoroughly proofread and edit his/her pieces in order to submit
work that reflects his/her best effort. XXXX was successful in his/her spelling, grammar
and punctuation tasks and can usually transfer his/her knowledge of these rules into
his/her daily written work.

XXXX has continued to put an outstanding amount of effort into English this semester.
He/She is starting to construct simple narratives, recounts and persuasive writing
pieces. XXXX’s writing shows improved structure and progression of ideas, although
he/she often makes errors with his/her grammar, mixing up verb tenses. An ongoing
goal for XXXX is to work on building his/her vocabulary, which can be done by
increasing the amount of reading that he/she does. XXXX’s reading has improved,
along with his/her comprehension skills. He/She has shown great effort in reading this
semester and is able to use a combination of knowledge and skills to read a range of
books. He/She is able to use a range of monitoring and self-correcting methods when
reading. XXXX finds it challenging to express his/her thoughts during group
discussions but has gained in confidence this semester. An ongoing goal for XXXX is
to look at the audience and speak clearly when presenting. XXXX uses simple

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sentences when expressing his/her thoughts and ideas. Next semester, we will
continue to work on his/her ability to use more complex sentences.

XXXX works effectively in class and has made good progress. He/She decodes texts
with confidence and can sound out new words by using letter patterns that he/she is
familiar with. When listening to his/her peers presentations, XXXX will always ask
thoughtful questions, make positive comments and provide constructive feedback.
XXXX continues to make strides in his/her reading ability. He/She has demonstrated
the ability to read and comprehend more complex chapter books. During our one on
one reading time and guided reading groups, XXXX was able to recall information,
make connections to his/her text, understand inferences and make relevant
predictions. XXXX was also able to critique a variety of books in class and provide
appropriate justifications for his/her answers within his/her writing. He/She has made
improvements in his/her writing this semester and is more thorough at proofreading
his/her work and editing mistakes before it is ready for publishing. XXXX is more willing
to seek out the correct spelling using online translators and the dictionary.

XXXX works independently and productively, using excellent self-management skills.

He/She listens carefully and follows instructions well. XXXX’s presentations are
engaging, detailed and well thought-out. XXXX has demonstrated competent
knowledge and application of language techniques and conventions. XXXX was also
able to critique a variety of books in class and provide appropriate justifications for
his/her answers within his/her writing. He/She is a good reader, but needs to
continually practice his/her expression and pace. His/Her command of language is
good. However, when writing stories he/she needs to be conscious of proof reading
his/her work in order to check for mistakes in punctuation and tense.

XXXX has made steady progress in English this semester. At the beginning of the
year, XXXX was frequently omitting punctuation and capital letters. He/She now
consistently writes using well-constructed sentences. XXXX’s effort and progress in
this area of his/her learning is commendable. The next step for XXXX is to concentrate
on ensuring that his/her sentences make sense by re-reading each completed
paragraph. XXXX is increasingly willing to ask for help and is now answering questions
during class discussions and sharing circles. XXXX uses his/her previously acquired
knowledge to make accurate predictions and connections between the characters and
events in the story. He/She reads with expression and fluency.

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XXXX has made gains in all areas of learning, especially his/her English speaking
skills. He/She is gaining the confidence to speak and ask questions during class
discussions. XXXX is well-organised and follows daily instructions and lessons. He/She
will always attempt work independently and asks for clarification when he/she is unsure
of the task. XXXX is more thorough at proofreading his/her work and editing mistakes
before it is ready for publishing. XXXX is more willing to seek out the correct spelling
using online translators and the dictionary. His/Her writing shows improved structure
and progression of ideas, although he/she sometimes makes errors with his/her
grammar, often mixing up verb tenses. Grammar will continue to be a goal for XXXX to
work on in Semester XXXX.

XXXX is making progress across all areas of Literacy. He/She will ask the meaning of
a word he/she does not understand or he/she will look up the definition using an ipad
or dictionary. XXXX is increasingly using interesting vocabulary in his/her writing which
enhances the quality of his/her work. His/Her comprehension skills are developing as
his/her vocabulary expands. A goal for XXXX is to listen carefully to and follow class
instructions. This will ensure that he/she understands tasks and can perform to the
best of his/her ability. XXXX has made progress in reading this semester. He/She is
encouraged to continue to read regularly for enjoyment and to expand his/her English
vocabulary and comprehension skills. A goal we have been working on this semester is
XXXX’s ability to work collaboratively in groups. He/She needs to ensure that he/she
listens to other groups members ideas and opinions.

XXXX has well-developed communications skills, particularly those of listening and

speaking. He/She will gather his/her thoughts to speak clearly and to expresses his/her
ideas logically. XXXX listens thoughtfully and analytically to all discussions in class,
offering feedback and suggestions willingly. XXXX often asks thoughtful, intelligent
questions that challenge everyone’s thinking. His/Her confidence, thinking skills and
ability to speak clearly allow XXXX to fully participate in class discussions as well as to
contribute his/her ideas as part of a group. His/Her happy demeanor and humour is
appreciated by students and teachers alike, however, he/she is learning to frame this
within an appropriate time context. He/She is now adding more detail to his/her writing
and trying to find words that engage the reader. When writing stories he/she needs to
be conscious of proof reading his/her work in order to check for mistakes and correct
punctuation.

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XXXX has made positive gains in all areas of Language this semester. He/She wrote
several writing pieces with imagination and is developing the skills to format his/her
pieces accurately. XXXX is open to improving the quality of his/her work and often
discussed ways in which he/she could do this. XXXX has made pleasing progress with
his/her spelling and punctuation this semester. He/She is able to transfer the use of
these into other curriculum areas. Spending more time revising after completing his/her
work could help him/her to see where additional details are required. XXXX is a
confident communicator. He/She expresses himself/herself clearly when speaking and
is actively involved in our class’ discussions. XXXX contributions to these discussions
have helped to drive our inquiries and enhance the learning outcome for his/her peers.
XXXX enjoys reading and selects books about history and sport. He/She enjoys
sharing learnt facts with his/her teacher and peers.

XXXX continues to make strides in reading. He/She has recently demonstrated the
ability to read and comprehend increasingly complex chapter books. During our one on
one reading time and guided reading groups, XXXX was able to recall information,
make connections to the text, understand inferences and make relevant predictions.
He/She was able to critique a variety of books in class and provide appropriate
justifications for his/her answers within his/her writing. One of XXXX’s goals this
semester has been to take the time to self-correct his/her work. He/She regularly
submits work without basic punctuation, such as full stops and capitals letters. This will
be an ongoing goal for XXXX next semester. We will also be working to improve the
neatness, layout and general presentation of his/her bookwork in order to make it more
legible.

XXXX is an effective communicator. He/She expresses himself/herself clearly and

confidently in small groups and class presentations. XXXX’s fluency and expression in
written form have continued to improve. ​When encouraged to evaluate his/her own
written work, XXXX is becoming more assured of his/her ability to observe errors and
to make the appropriate corrections. ​Spending more time revising after completing
his/her work could help him/her to see where additional details are required. When
listening to his/her peers presentations, XXXX will often ask thoughtful questions, make
positive comments and provide constructive feedback.

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XXXX is a risk-taker. Although English is a relatively new language for him/her, he/she
consistently volunteers to present information to the class or speak on behalf of his/her
group. This courage has helped him/her to develop his/her literacy skills significantly
this semester. When listening to his/her peers presentations, XXXX will always ask
thoughtful questions, make positive comments and provide constructive feedback. I
would encourage XXXX to continue to read for enjoyment and expand the content with
which he/she reads, as this will further develop his/her English skill set and his/her
overall general knowledge. XXXX is a reflective learner and values the opportunity to
discuss and improve on his/her work.

Although XXXX is a quiet member of our class, he/she listens carefully to his/her peers
and is beginning to gain the confidence to answer questions and speak in front of a
group. XXXX collaborates effectively with all students in the class. He/She reflects on
past interactions and chooses his/her group members carefully. XXXX is encouraged
to be more of a risk-taker and share his/her ideas and opinions regularly when working
with his/her peers. Another ongoing goal is for XXXX is to speak loudly, maintain eye
contact and use expression when presenting to an audience. He/She has tried really
hard to work towards achieving these goals and his/her efforts are commendable.

XXXX’s oral English has improved significantly this semester and he/she has enjoyed
formal presentations, particularly the home learning which is consistently completed to
an impressive standard, demonstrating independence and creativity. XXXX’s
presentations are engaging, detailed and well thought-out. He/She formulates his/her
ideas clearly and regularly contributes to class discussions. XXXX is making progress
with reading. We are currently working on developing his/her expression and pace.
His/Her command of language is very good. However, he/she needs to be conscious of
proofreading his/her work in order to check for mistakes in punctuation.

XXXX enjoys sharing his/her ideas with others and strives to express himself clearly
through his/her writing. To make his/her work more complete, he/she includes his/her
own experiences and reflections to his/her writing pieces. XXXX is also working on
using correct punctuation and capitalisation to his/her published work to improve the
quality of his/her writing. A goal for XXXX is to concentrate on ensuring that his/her
sentences make sense by re-reading each completed paragraph and applying editing
skills. XXXX is confident presenting in front of his/her peers and regularly volunteers to
speak on behalf of his/her group during collaborative projects. He/She displays his/her

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general knowledge and independent thinking by asking insightful questions and giving
thoughtful comments during class discussions.

XXXX’s spelling and language convention skills continue to improve with pleasing
results being achieved in all of his/her written work. By carefully applying skills learnt in
grammar and punctuation areas, his/her sentences and written pieces are becoming
even more expressive and descriptive. XXXX’s ability to proofread and edit his/her
stories, as well as the use of clear and meaningful paragraphing, have resulted in
some excellent pieces of writing. XXXX displays his/her general knowledge and
independent thinking by asking insightful questions and giving thoughtful comments
during discussions. He/She expresses his/her ideas and opinions clearly and
articulately, with greater confidence. XXXX regularly volunteers to speak on behalf of
his/her group during collaborative projects and has taken a leading role in many group
activities.

XXXX’s text responses are very well written and he/she shows a clear understanding
of their purpose. His/Her spelling, punctuation and grammar are very good and he/she
is able to easily transfer the use of these into other curriculum areas. XXXX has
excellent conversational skills and his/her contributions to classroom discussions are
always relevant, interesting and well thought out. I have been impressed with the
emphasis XXXX places on the presentation of his/her work as his/her handwriting is
always legible and well formed. XXXX is an excellent reader and is now reading with
with more expression. When presenting, XXXX reads with clarity, fluency and
expression. XXXX is confident presenting in front of his/her peers and regularly
volunteers to speak on behalf of the group during collaborative projects.

XXXX continues to develop his/her reading skills and has improved his/her fluency
when reading aloud. He/She uses his/her previous knowledge to make accurate
predictions, as well as to make connections between the characters and events in the
story. XXXX is using the writing process to help him/her plan and organise his/her
writing. He/She has been focussing the self editing skills of effective word choice,
punctuation and detail in his/her draft writing. He/She produced an effective persuasive
letter about XXXX which revealed clear evidence of being proofed and edited. XXXX is
confident presenting in front of his/her peers and regularly volunteers to speak on
behalf of the group.

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 Maths Report Comments

XXXX is working above grade expectations in all Mathematics strands. XXXX’s work
ethic during Mathematics has been both diligent and methodical, completing all tasks
to the best of his/her ability and to a high standard. He/She works independently and
productively, using excellent self-management skills. I have been pleased with the
academic gains he/she has been making this semester. The next step for XXXX is to
apply his/her mathematical knowledge to solve more complex problems. XXXX is a
risk-taker in Mathematics. He/She is consistently willing to tackle new challenges and
attempt tasks that are new and unfamiliar to him/her. XXXX has enjoyed undertaking
extension activities in Mathematics this semester, often working with a like-minded
peer to enthusiastically complete challenging tasks.

XXXX ​has worked consistently well in Mathematics this semester, demonstrating a

high level of understanding. He/She is generally well prepared for lessons and listens
carefully, both to the instructions provided and to class discussions. A goal for XXXX in
Semester XXXX is to slow down when problem solving. This will ensure that he/she
calculates problems correctly and does not make careless errors. When collecting data
to be used in graphs, XXXX worked accurately and efficiently. He/She now needs to
work on presenting the data in a clear and neat way. XXXX was confident in simplifying
equations involving exponents and squared numbers. XXXX enjoys challenging
questions and tasks, and applying appropriate problem solving strategies to find the
answer. He/She consistently strives for accuracy and is disappointed when he/she
finds out that he/she has made a mistake.

XXXX has worked hard this semester and is making pleasing progress. Continued
revision of basic math facts and strategies to solve multiple step problems would also
be beneficial for XXXX. XXXX is encouraged to ask for assistance or clarification if
he/she does not understand a concept. XXXX has been paying closer attention to the
organisation and presentation of his/her bookwork. He/She is encouraged to continue
working on explaining his/her work in a more clear and detailed manner. XXXX can
gather data effectively and construct graphs.

XXXX has accurately applied mathematical strategies taught this semester to solve
mental computation tasks and number problems using exponents. He/She is able to
problem solve using order of operations. However, recording working out is important

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to avoid errors. A goal for XXXX is to develop a stronger foundation of automatic recall
of multiplication facts and continued revision of basic math facts to solve multiple step
problems. XXXX enjoys hands-on activities and collaborative tasks where he/she can
learn alongside his/her friends. XXXX understands how to convert between different
units of measurement. He/She collected data accurately and used it to display as a
graph.

XXXX has made progress across the strands of Mathematics this semester. He/She
has a good knowledge of basic number facts and shows an understanding of some of
the more complex areas of Mathematics. XXXX enjoys the opportunity to take on
challenging tasks and is confident to explain how he/she obtained the answer. He/She
accurately collected data and displayed the data clearly on a graph. XXXX understands
how to convert between different units of measurement and is accurate with his/her
measurements. XXXX takes pride in his/her bookwork; always ensuring it is organised
and neat. XXXX enjoys collaborative tasks and hands-on games where he/she can
solve problems with his/her friends.

XXXX has made pleasing progress this semester in Mathematics. He/She has
demonstrated an improved understanding of the four basic operations and has applied
this knowledge to all areas of study in Mathematics. XXXX is beginning to pick up new
concepts at a quicker rate. ​As his/her English skills improve, so should his/her ability to
express his/her understanding of Mathematical concepts. At times, XXXX appears to
be having difficulties with his/her work but does not always choose to seek assistance
from the teacher. This will be an important step for his/her to develop. I would
encourage him/her to raise questions during class time. XXXX enjoyed working
collaboratively with his/her friends to collect data and presented it in a graph. He/She
needed assistance in analysing the data and deciding on how different graphs are
useful for different situations.

XXXX is growing in confidence with all of his/her Math skills and is taking more time to
solve questions carefully. His/Her knowledge of basic facts is more accurate. He/She
now needs to increase his/her speed so that they become more automatic. XXXX
always listens attentively and attempts to do his/her work independently. A stronger
foundation in the automatic recall of multiplication facts would be beneficial for future
learning in this area. Continued revision of basic math facts and strategies to solve
multiple step problems is advised. As XXXX’s English skills improve, so should his/her

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ability to express himself/herself about Mathematical concepts. XXXX is more willing to
ask for help when needed and I would encourage his/her to continue this habit for next
semester.

XXXX has demonstrated an excellent level of understanding of the four basic

operations and has used this knowledge as a base for all other areas of study. He/She
works independently and productively, using excellent self-management skills. XXXX
shows confidence in supporting his/her conclusions by explaining how he/she obtained
an answer. XXXX is receptive to new ideas and efficiently retains knowledge of new
concepts. I have been pleased with XXXX’s willingness to tackle challenges and
attempt tasks that are unfamiliar to him/her.

XXXX has been determined to learn his/her times tables with quick recall and has
made commendable progress in this area. XXXX has an improved understanding of
order of operations. However he/she still needed support as the complexity of the
problems increase. A goal for XXXX is to ask for assistance when he/she is having
difficulty or does not fully understand the concept being taught. Continued revision of
basic math facts and strategies to solve multiple step problems is also advised. XXXX
enjoyed the opportunity to collect data and create graphs. He/She has developed
his/her understanding of measurement and can now use different tools to measure
length accurately.

XXXX has demonstrated pleasing progress in Mathematics and has a sound

understanding of the mathematical concepts taught this semester. XXXX can gather
data effectively and construct bar graphs to display information. XXXX has developed
his/her understanding of measurement and can use different tools to measure length
accurately. As XXXX’s English skills improve, so should his/her ability to explain
concepts and how he/she solved mathematical problems. XXXX’s confidence has
developed this semester. This became evident in Math activities where he/she has
been more willing to attempt difficult tasks independently, rather than asking the
teacher for help.

XXXX is an independent and confident student in Mathematics. He/She completes

challenging tasks enthusiastically and with an open mind. XXXX analyses problems
carefully, identifying key information and asking for clarifications when needed. He/She
is able to solve many problems mentally. XXXX was very confident in his/her ability to

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accurately identify a positive or negative number and simplify equations involving
exponents, squared and cubed numbers. He/She is able to retain most information
over an extended period of time and applies his/her knowledge to new situations and
problems. XXXX shows confidence in supporting his/her conclusions by explaining how
he/she obtained an answer.

XXXX has made pleasing progress in Mathematics this semester. He/She enjoys
working collaboratively to solve challenging math tasks and questions. XXXX has been
determined to learn his/her times tables with quick recall and has made commendable
progress. Continued revision of basic math facts and strategies to solve multiple step
problems is advised. XXXX has a good understanding of measurement and can use
different tools to measure length accurately. He/She used collected data to create bar
graphs and analysed the information effectively. A goal for XXXX in Semester XXXX is
to ensure that his/her bookwork is clearly organised to help alleviate errors.

XXXX has enjoyed Mathematics this semester and has a good grasp of the concepts
taught. He/She has made pleasing progress due to his/her hardwork and commitment.
XXXX has been working consistently well to learn his/her times tables with quick recall.
With continued revision of his basic math facts and strategies, XXXX will continue to
make progress. He/She is developing the ability to explain his/her work in a more clear
and detailed manner. XXXX has enjoyed opportunities to work collaboratively with
his/her classmates and especially enjoys game based activities. I have been pleased
with XXXX’s willingness to tackle challenges and persevere with tasks that are new
and unfamiliar to him/her.

XXXX is a cheerful and friendly student who enjoys engaging in games and activities
with his peers. I have been pleased with XXXX’s willingness to tackle challenges and
attempt tasks that are unfamiliar to him/her. He/She shows confidence in supporting
his/her conclusions by explaining how he/she obtained an answer. This semester,
XXXX has been working to improve the quality, organisation and presentation of
his/her work in order to make it neater and easier to read. This will be an ongoing goal
for XXXX in Semester XXXX.

XXXX has demonstrated pleasing progress in Mathematics and has an improved

understanding of the mathematical concepts taught this semester. He/She is a
committed student who is continuously developing his/her skills by listening to

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feedback and learning from his/her mistakes. Revising his/her knowledge of addition,
subtraction, number bonds and multiplication facts will also improve his/her speed and
accuracy when completing more challenging tasks. At times, XXXX appears to be
experiencing difficulty completing tasks but does not always choose to seek
assistance. I encourage him/her to raise questions during class time and seek help
when required.

XXXX’s performance in daily Mathematics activities has continued to improve over the
semester. He/She has demonstrated an improved understanding of the four basic
operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. He/She enjoys
collaborative tasks and hands-on games where he/she can solve problems with his/her
friends. XXXX has made an effort demonstrating his/her working out and is
encouraged to do so in order to illustrate a thorough understanding of the topics being
taught. XXXX can confidently explain how he/she has obtained an answer. ​He/She
collected data and created accurate graphs. ​XXXX is positive and persistent when
attempting new and challenging concepts.

XXXX has worked consistently well in Mathematics this semester. He/She has
demonstrated a sound understanding of the four basic operations of addition,
subtraction, multiplication and division. I have been pleased with XXXX’s willingness to
tackle challenges and try tasks that are new and unfamiliar to him/her. At times, XXXX
appears to be experiencing difficulty completing tasks but does not always choose to
seek assistance. I encourage him/her to raise questions during class time and seek
help when required.

XXXX has made progress in Mathematics and has applied taught mathematical
strategies to solve mental computation tasks and number problems using exponents.
He/She was able to solve some problems using order of operations. However,
recording working out is important to avoid errors. A stronger foundation in the
automatic recall of multiplication facts would be beneficial and an area for XXXX to
continue to work on in Semester XXXX. Continued revision of basic math facts and
strategies to solve multiple step problems is also advised. XXXX enjoys collaborative
tasks and hands-on games where he/she can solve problems with his/her friends.
He/She is an enthusiastic Mathematician who enjoys completing a range of
mathematics’ challenges.

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XXXX is an enthusiastic Mathematician who enjoys completing a range of mathematics
challenges. He/She works independently and productively, using excellent
self-management skills. XXXX uses his/her thinking skills to analyse given information
and finds a strategy to find the correct answer. A goal for XXXX in Semester XXXX is
to work on explaining his/her work in a clear and detailed manner. This will increase
awareness and understanding of various mathematics concepts. He/She enjoys
collaborative tasks and hands-on games where he/she can solve problems with his/her
friends.

XXXX has established an impressive work ethic, both at school and at home. I have
been pleased with the academic gains he/she has been making this semester,
particularly in the area of Mathematics where his/her results have been excellent.
He/She has demonstrated an excellent level of understanding of the four basic
operations and has used this knowledge as a base for all other areas of study. XXXX
has a mature attitude and uses his/her own initiative to seek assistance when he/she is
not sure of a task. I have been very pleased with XXXX’s willingness to tackle new
challenges and try tasks that are new and unfamiliar to him/her. He/She works
independently and productively, using excellent self-management skills. XXXX listens
carefully and follows instructions well. He/She shows confidence in supporting his/her
conclusions by explaining how he/she obtained an answer. XXXX has demonstrated
higher-order thinking, creativity and excellent problem-solving skills.

XXXX has demonstrated pleasing progress in Mathematics and has a good

understanding of the concepts taught this semester. During Math tasks, XXXX is
receptive to new ideas and efficiently retains knowledge of new concepts. I have been
pleased with XXXX’s willingness to tackle challenges and attempt tasks that are
unfamiliar to him/her. XXXX shows confidence in supporting his conclusions by
explaining how he/she obtained an answer. He/She enjoys collaborative tasks and
hands-on games where he/she can solve problems with his/her friends.

XXXX’s work ethic during Mathematics classes has been both diligent and methodical,
completing all tasks to the very best of his/her ability. XXXX is very confident in his/her
ability and can accurately identify a positive or negative number and simplify equations
involving exponents and squared numbers. He/She is able to retain most information
over an extended period of time and applies his/her knowledge to new situations and
problems. XXXX thrives on opportunities to extend his/her mathematical knowledge

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with more challenging open ended tasks requiring a higher level of thinking and
problem solving. The next important step in his/her mathematical development is being
able to develop these concepts further and apply them to complex problem solving
situations.

UOI Report Comments

XXXX is a self-motivated worker and organises himself efficiently when starting new
activities to get the most out of his/her learning. During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX
organised his/her ideas clearly by planning creative actions to promote awareness
about XXXX. XXXX confidently justified the reasons he/she chose the creative actions
and how it would benefit the XXXX. He/She shows responsibility for his/her learning by
using his/her time well and making informed choices. With his/her knowledge and
confidence, he/she is able to lead his/her classmates during collaborative tasks. During
the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX utilised his/her well-developed research skills and
located information about XXXX from a range of sources. XXXX enjoyed developing
his/her own civilisation for the future.

XXXX has well-developed social skills and is able to work collaboratively with a range
of students, ensuring that they accomplish their goals successfully. XXXX is an active
participant during class discussions. He/She confidently offers his/her ideas and
opinions but also reflects on the ideas and opinions of his/her peers. During the XXXX
unit of inquiry, XXXX had the opportunity to further develop his/her research skills
whilst learning about XXXX. He/She is learning how to summarise the information he
finds into his own words. This is an area we will continue to develop in Semester
XXXX. During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX provided some insightful thoughts and
ideas when analysing XXXX.

XXXX is a curious and knowledgeable student with a thirst for knowledge. He/She will
often share facts with the class about unusual things which his/her peers thoroughly
enjoy. During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX utilised his/her well-developed research
skills to effectively inquire into XXXX. He/She was able to decide on which information
was relevant using the organiser and present the information so that it could be easily
understood by others. His/Her work was detailed, informative and of a high quality.
During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX presented his/her creative action to raise
awareness about XXXX. XXXX used his/her presentation skills to effectively

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communicate his/her ideas to the class. His/Her presentation was passionate,
persuasive and entertaining.

XXXX is a motivated and enthusiastic student. He/She is an active member of our

class discussions and enjoys working collaboratively with friends. During the XXXX unit
of inquiry, XXXX developed his/her research skills whilst inquiring into XXXX. XXXX
confidently identified systems and technologies used in past civilisations and shared
creative ideas about the future. During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX utilised his/her
well-developed presentation and communication skills. XXXX confidently shared
his/her creative ideas to promote awareness about a XXXX. When viewing other
presentations, XXXX provided constructive feedback to his/her peers in a positive and
gentle manner.

XXXX has demonstrated his/her ability to be an inquirer, making connections between

personal experiences and knowledge, and applying that to what we are learning. XXXX
developed his/her research skills during the XXXX unit of inquiry and selected
information about XXXX. He/She developed interesting comprehension questions and
summarised the information into his/her own words. XXXX asks many
thought-provoking questions which enhance the learning environment for his/her peers
and help to drive our inquiries. During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX developed
his/her presentation and communication skills whilst sharing his/her creative action to
create awareness for XXXX. XXXX has been a reflective learner; thinking about what
his/her has learnt and looking for ways to take action.

During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX was a risk taker presenting his/her slideshow
about the creative action to raise awareness for a XXXX which he/she shared with the
class. XXXX understands some of the concepts discussed in class, but required
considerable support. During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX inquired into ancient
systems and technologies of civilizations. He/She required extra time to complete tasks
and needed support from a teacher. XXXX used his/her research skills when learning
about these XXXX. He/She enjoyed the opportunity to develop his/her own civilisation
inspired by the book XXXX and was creative with his/her ideas. When working with the
teacher, XXXX has shown commitment and perseverance when faced with challenging
tasks and problems. I would like to encourage his/her to ask for clarification if it is
needed, as he/she has demonstrated that he/she is capable of completing the work if
he/she understands it.

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During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX had the opportunity to develop his/her research
skills while inquiring into XXXX. He/She learnt about systems and technologies used in
the past. XXXX was able to research using a range of sources and is beginning to
place the information into his/her own words. This will be an ongoing goal for XXXX for
next semester. XXXX’s presentation skills are developing, however he/she often
chooses not to share his/her work with the class. XXXX was enthusiastic in the XXXX
unit of inquiry. He/She developed some effective ideas on raising awareness for his/her
chosen charity. When researching, XXXX gains a basic understanding of what he/she
reads but often misses key pieces of information that are essential to the deeper
comprehension of a text.

XXXX is a very consistent, independent worker with an excellent attitude to learning.

During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX organised his/her ideas clearly by planning
creative actions to promote awareness about XXXX. XXXX confidently justified the
reasons he/she chose the creative actions and how it would benefit XXXX. He/She is
confident presenting in front of his/her peers and regularly volunteers to speak on
behalf of his/her group during collaborative projects. XXXX is capable of working
collaboratively as part of a group and often assumes leadership roles. During the unit
of inquiry XXXX effectively used his/her research skills to inquire into systems and
technologies used by XXXX. XXXX used some of this knowledge to create his/her own
XXXX inspired by the book XXXX.

XXXX was a risk-taker during the XXXX unit of inquiry. He/She confidently presented
his/her findings about the creative actions to raise awareness for a XXXX. XXXX
accepts feedback and pays close attention to his/her own learning process; taking the
time needed at each stage to build his/her understanding. When participating in group
tasks, XXXX collaborates with his/her group to ensure their goals are swiftly met.
He/She listens to all group members, taking their ideas into account and also
contributing his/her own. During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX effectively used his/her
research skills to inquire into XXXX.

During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX effectively used his/her research skills to inquire
into XXXX. XXXX’s presentation skills were further developed during the XXXX unit of
inquiry. With encouragement, he/she presented his/her creative actions to raise
awareness for a XXXX. A goal for next semester is for XXXX to further develop his/her

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presentation skills, focussing on voice projection, eye contact and expression. It would
be pleasing to see XXXX be more of a risk-taker and volunteer to share his/her ideas
during group work. When working with the teacher, XXXX has shown commitment and
perseverance when faced with challenging tasks and problems. I would like to
encourage his/her to ask for clarification if it is needed, as he/she has demonstrated
that he/she is capable of completing the work if he/she understands it.

XXXX has a natural curiosity and interest in learning about the world around him/her.
This was particularly evident in the XXXX unit of inquiry, where he/she researched
systems and technologies used in XXXX. XXXX was enthusiastic when designing
his/her own XXXX inspired by the book XXXX. During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX
showed commitment and was a curious inquirer through his/her creative actions to
promote awareness about a XXXX. XXXX initially struggled to choose a XXXX so
required teacher guidance and ideas on creative actions to apply. He/She used his/her
developing presentation skills when sharing his/her work with the class.

Throughout all of our units this semester, XXXX has placed himself/herself at the
forefront of all our lessons and activities, contributing knowledge, ideas, observations
and opinions. XXXX approached each unit of inquiry with enthusiasm and commitment.
During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX made strong connections between his/her own
knowledge and what we were learning. XXXX’ insightful comments during class
discussions have enhanced the learning environment for his/her peers this semester
and it has been wonderful to see him/her so passionate about what we are learning.
During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX developed his/her research skills by finding
information about XXXX from a range of sources. XXXX was excited to share his/her
research about the XXXX being used in the past and had some creative ideas for
future designs. XXXX’ confidence has grown over the last few months and he/she is
now more willing to present in front of the class.

XXXX has demonstrated his/her ability to be an inquirer. He/She makes connections

between personal experiences and knowledge, and applies that to what we are
learning. During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX asked many thought-provoking
questions when learning about XXXX. XXXX is able to work both cooperatively or
independently with success. When working beside his/her peers, XXXX has shown that
he/she can use his/her understanding of tasks to help others. XXXX utilised his/her
presentation skills during the XXXX unit of inquiry. ​He/She presented creative actions

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to raise awareness for the XXXX. XXXX provided strong personal reasons for choosing
the XXXX.

XXXX displayed his/her general knowledge and independent thinking by asking

insightful questions and giving thoughtful comments during class discussions. During
the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX utilised his developing research skills to locate
information about XXXX. He/She enjoyed developing a model of his/her own XXXX for
the future. XXXX is encouraged to be more of a risk-taker and volunteer to share
his/her ideas and opinions on a more regular basis.

XXXX has been an enthusiastic participant during all of our units of inquiry this
semester. He/She tries to make connections between his/her own knowledge and what
we are learning. XXXX demonstrates curiosity by constantly asking questions about
the world and why things happen. XXXX developed his/her research skills during the
XXXX unit of inquiry by finding many of the answers to his/her questions either on the
internet or in books. He/She is always excited to share his/her findings with his/her
teacher and classmates. As a reflective learner, XXXX looks at ways to improve and
build on his/her own ideas.

XXXX is enthusiastic about everything that we do and is a good role model for the
other students with his/her commitment to do well and produce quality work. He/She is
knowledgeable in many areas and enjoys sharing information with the class when
he/she is confident about a subject area. ​XXXX has developed his/her presentation
skills this semester, mainly through the creative actions to raise awareness about
XXXX. XXXX displays his/her general knowledge and independent thinking by asking
insightful questions and giving thoughtful comments during discussions.

During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX utilised his/her developing research skills to
locate information about XXXX. He/She enjoyed developing a model of his/her own
civilisation for the future. XXXX has valuable ideas to share during group discussions
but regularly needs to be called upon by the teacher to share these ideas. It would be
pleasing to see XXXX volunteer to share his/her ideas without prompting. During the
XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX showed commitment and was a curious inquirer through
his/her creative actions to promote awareness about a XXXX. His/Her actions were
unique and the delivery of his/her presentation was of a high standard.

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XXXX is a risk-taker. He/She consistently volunteers to present information to the class
or speak on behalf of his/her group. This courage has helped his/her to develop his/her
communication skills significantly this semester. When listening to his/her peers
presentations, XXXX asks thoughtful questions, makes positive comments and
provides constructive feedback. XXXX has developed his/her research skills by finding
information about XXXX and placing the text into his/her own words. During the XXXX
unit of inquiry XXXX demonstrated his/her creativity and independence when designing
his/her own XXXX inspired by the book XXXX. XXXX works well independently and
makes good use of class time. However, he/she needs to choose his/her group
members wisely as he/she sometimes becomes distracted when working with friends.

During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX showed commitment and was a curious inquirer
through his/her creative actions to promote awareness about a XXXX. XXXX used
his/her research skills to locate relevant information from a range of resources and
confidently shared his/her knowledge with the class. XXXX enthusiastically presents in
front of the class using well-developed communication and presentation skills. He/She
has shown creativity and independence when designing his/her own civilisation
inspired by the book XXXX. XXXX is a reflective learner and values the opportunity to
discuss and improve on his/her work.

During the XXXX unit of inquiry, XXXX was a confident inquirer, constantly asking
great questions. He/She demonstrated curiosity and interest in his/her own learning
and acquires the skills necessary to conduct further inquiry and research. XXXX shows
a genuine interest in learning and will share his/her personal connections to concepts
or ideas being discussed. He/She accepts feedback and pays closer attention to
his/her own learning process, now taking the time needed at each stage to build his/her
understandings, knowledge and skills to be able to move forward successfully. He/She
enjoys the benefits of working in a group, readily accepting help but also contributing
valuable ideas and showing commitment. XXXX is a reflective learner and values the
opportunity to discuss and improve on his/her work.

XXXX is a strong inquirer and thinker. He/She demonstrates curiosity and interest
during the XXXX unit of inquiry. XXXX utilised his/her well developed research skills
and located information about XXXX from a range of sources. He/She applies thinking
skills critically and creatively to solve problems. XXXX is constantly thinking of new
ideas and ways to take meaningful action. His/Her enthusiasm and commitment

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towards learning is evident in his/her independent achievements as well as the
success of any groups he/she works with. During the XXXX unit of inquiry XXXX
showed sensitivity toward the needs and feelings of others and acts to make a positive
difference in the lives of others. He/She developed a strong interest and curiosity
towards XXXX. XXXX used his/her research and communication skills to deliver an
engaging and persuasive presentation.

XXXX is a very consistent, independent worker with an excellent attitude to learning.

He/She has a natural curiosity and interest in learning about the world around him/her.
This was particularly evident in the XXXX unit of inquiry when researching XXXX and
designing his/her own XXXX inspired by the book XXXX. XXXX has improved his/her
research skills this semester and is now able to put text into his/her own words with
minimal teacher input. During the XXXX unit of inquiry XXXX worked diligently when
developing a creative action for his/her chosen XXXX. XXXX enjoys working
collaboratively and is keen to share his/her experiences with those around him/her.
His/Her insightful ideas and comments during class discussions always enhance the
learning environment for his/her peers.

Homeroom Report Comments

XXXX is dedicated to his learning. He/She challenges himself/herself, is motivated and

strives to exceed his/her own expectations. These are admirable characteristics which I
am sure will equip XXXX with a lifelong love of learning. He/She is a responsible
worker who carries out all tasks efficiently and independently. XXXX has mature inquiry
and study skills. He/She is well organised and ensures that he/she uses class time
wisely. XXXX is able to successfully work for a sustained length of time to complete
tasks to a high standard and effectively listens to feedback. He/She can be an
excellent group member and works well with other students. However, he/she often
chooses to work with a limited few. A goal for XXXX for next semester will be to
expand his circle of friends. XXXX has well-developed work habits and continually
strives to improve the content, quality and overall presentation of his/her work. XXXX
has a well-balanced approach towards school life, balancing academic achievements
with his/her active involvement in sports.

XXXX is a knowledgeable and enthusiastic member of our class who enjoys learning.
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understanding of different concepts. XXXX’s input during class discussions are always
insightful and help to make our conversations more meaningful. He/She knows his/her
own strengths and works to improve his/her weaknesses. XXXX is a principled student
who demonstrates confidence and commitment towards learning. He/She always
wants to be responsible for doing the right thing and is a positive role model for his/her
peers. A general goal for XXXX is to be more reflective on his/her work before
conferencing with his/her teacher in order to demonstrate all that he/she is capable of.
We have been working to ensure that the overall quality of his/her work is consistent.

XXXX has worked hard to develop independence and is now learning how to be more
organised. An ongoing goal for XXXX is to remain focused on the task at hand and not
become easily distracted. XXXX is very knowledgeable about a variety of topics and is
always keen to share information and stories in our class discussions. He/She is
developing his social skills and is encouraged to challenge himself/herself by engaging
with all members of the group, listening sensitively and allowing others the opportunity
to take on different roles. When listening to his/her peers’ presentations, XXXX
consistently asks thoughtful questions, makes positive comments and provides
constructive feedback.

XXXX is a positive and caring member of the class. He/She treasures his/her
friendships and enjoys learning. XXXX has well-developed social skills with
commendable attitudes of commitment, independence, enthusiasm and curiosity.
He/She has taken his/her leadership role as XXXX very seriously, becoming a positive
role model for younger students. XXXX is an enthusiastic learner and an active
participant in our class activities. He/She asks appropriate questions and provides
thoughtful feedback to his/her peers. XXXX readily applies himself/herself to work
tasks after listening to the instructions and is independent in his/her approach.

XXXX is a caring and creative student who is always surrounded by friends due to
his/her sense of fun and good humour. He/She is consistently willing to get involved in
class activities and has begun to take more risks with his/her learning. XXXX is a
responsible and committed student who seeks out opportunities to demonstrate all that
he/she is capable of. He/She has well-developed work habits and continually strives to
improve the content, quality and overall presentation of his/her work. XXXX is often the
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asset to our class, but to the school. XXXX has a well-balanced approach towards
school life, balancing academic achievements with his/her active involvement in sports.

XXXX is a gentle, friendly and well mannered student. When working independently,
XXXX often needs teacher encouragement and supervision to complete various tasks
or to persevere when challenged. I would like to see XXXX’s independence develop
further so that he/she is taking on more responsibility whilst sharing his/her findings
with the class. XXXX has grown in confidence this semester and is now more willing to
share his/her ideas with the class. XXXX should be congratulated for applying
himself/herself enthusiastically to his/her learning and always displaying a willing and
positive attitude. XXXX is a quiet inquirer who demonstrates curiosity and interest in
learning. As he/she becomes more confident to communicate his/her ideas, he/she will
be able to share his/her knowledge with everyone.

XXXX is a kind, considerate and caring student who is a pleasure to teach. He/She has
put a lot of effort into his/her learning and should be proud of his/her achievements this
semester. He/She has a strong network of friends and appreciates the time they spend
together. XXXX is acknowledged by his/her peers and teachers for being cooperative
and kind-hearted. He/She takes the time to listen to and include others in both social
and academic situations. It has been great to see his/her confidence build throughout
the year. XXXX has helped to make our classroom a considerate learning environment.
He/She has shown commitment towards his/her learning and we hope that he/she will
sustain this effort during the remainder of the year. It has been pleasing to see XXXX’s
confidence grow this semester. He/She is beginning to speak up during collaborative
tasks to ensure that his/her opinion is heard.

XXXX is a responsible and committed student, who seeks out opportunities to

demonstrate all that he/she capable of. His/Her friendly personality livens up the room
and his/her happy nature is an asset to the class. XXXX has well-developed work
habits and continually strives to improve the content, quality and overall presentation of
his/her work. He/She takes risks in learning to constantly stretch himself/herself in new
and exciting ways. XXXX enjoys the variety of activities school life has to offer and has
participated in many major school events this year including the XXXX performance
and various sports teams. The skills, knowledge and personal qualities that XXXX has
brought to the class this year has made his/her an asset to the class.

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XXXX respects the time and space of others by being an active listener and by
consistently following our essential agreements. He/She is a diligent student who
works hard to produce quality work. XXXX uses his/her creativity to share his/her
knowledge with others; presenting facts that he/she has gathered in different ways.
He/She reflects on feedback provided by his/her peers and teacher and improves
his/her work when needed. XXXX is a caring child who is always willing to help out a
friend in need. He/She shows appreciation for, and support towards the people around
him. XXXX takes risks in learning to constantly stretch himself/herself in new and
exciting ways. He/She has developed strong friendships and will be missed greatly by
the school community. XXXX’s kind and caring nature have helped make our
classroom a considerate place this semester and it was a pleasure to have him/her in
the class. I would like to wish him/her all the very best at his/her new school.

XXXX is responsible, considerate and cooperates well with others. He/She acts with
integrity, is honest, fair and respectful. XXXX has been a wonderful asset to our class.
He/She arrives to school each day with a smile, ready to learn. XXXX’s sense of
humour and gentle nature has been warmly welcomed by all of his/her classmates and
teachers this semester. He/She is a caring student, who shows empathy, compassion
and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. These attributes have secured
XXXX many positive peer relationships, and he/she is a well liked and respected
member of our class. He/She has settled into his/her new school quickly, earning the
respect of classmates and teachers alike. XXXX’s commitment to learning has a
positive influence on others. He/She is more willing to ask for help when needed and I
would encourage his/her to continue this habit for next semester. XXXX has exhibited a
positive outlook and attitude in the classroom this semester. He/She has a
well-balanced approach towards school life, balancing academic achievements with
his/her active involvement in sports.

XXXX is a curious and enthusiastic student who has great potential when he/she
applies himself. He/She is easily distracted and regularly seen off task and not
contributing in a meaningful way. As XXXX continues to learn the importance of
self-management skills, it is hoped that he/she will further develop in these areas.
There are times when XXXX has to be reminded of the importance of being a good
listener, as he/she sometimes is unable to follow instructions. Once focused, he/she is
usually able to successfully complete the task. XXXX has improved in his/her ability to
independently undertake daily class routines but occasionally requires prompting from

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the teacher to be in the right place at the right time. An ongoing goal for next semester
is for XXXX to work on his/her listening, organisational skills and improve his/her
overall behaviour.

XXXX’ positive attitude and enthusiasm for learning has been an asset to our class.
He/She has an optimistic personality and a great sense of humour. XXXX’ infectious
laugh brightens up the classroom. He/She has made significant gains across the
curriculum, due to his/her hardwork and commitment to his/her studies. XXXX has
developed positive relationships within the class and enjoys working with his/her
friends during collaborative tasks. As a reflective learner, XXXX understands his/her
strengths and targets as well as how to go about improving. At times, he/she needs to
be reminded to use his/her self-management skills to stay focussed and on task. Once
XXXX puts his/her mind to something, he/she works hard to achieve his goals. He/She
is curious about the world around him/her and contributes regularly to discussions with
his/her own thoughts and ideas. He/She takes risks in learning to constantly stretch
himself/herself in new concepts and processes. XXXX should be proud of his/her effort
this semester.

XXXX is an enthusiastic learner and an active participant in our class’ activities.

His/Her discussions are always insightful and he/she offers constructive suggestions to
his/her peers. XXXX chooses his/her words with great thought when responding to
class discussions and values the varying perspectives of his/her peers. He/She is
confident and willingly tries new things with a “can do” attitude. As a reflective learner,
XXXX understands his/her strengths and targets as well as how to go about improving.
XXXX is a keen contributor during class discussions and is able to use existing
knowledge to construct new understandings. XXXX should be proud of his/her effort
this semester.

XXXX is a caring student who shows empathy, compassion and respect towards the
needs and feelings of others. These attributes have secured XXXX many positive peer
relationships and he/she is a well liked and respected member of our class. XXXX
values his/her friendships and always maintains positive social skills. He/She ​plans and
carries out most activities effectively, but he/she is working on managing his/her time
better by focusing on the task at hand and avoiding distractions. XXXX is also working
on developing his/her fine motor skills, particularly his/her handwriting, in order to form
letters more consistently and following the lines on the paper correctly. XXXX has

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enjoyed working with our buddy class this year, showing enthusiasm and maturity
when facilitating activities for his/her buddy.

XXXX’s confidence has developed this semester, along with his/her willingness to
share his/her knowledge and understanding with his/her peers. His/Her positive
demeanour and warm sense of humour have allowed him/her to form valuable
friendships in the class. XXXX has enjoyed presenting his/her home learning to his/her
peers and his/her presentations skills and confidence when doing so has gone from
strength to strength. At times, XXXX needs to be reminded to avoid distractions and
focus on the task at hand so that he/she can consistently produce work that showcases
his/her quality thinking and understanding. XXXX works well independently and makes
good use of class time, however he/she needs to choose his/her group members
wisely as he/she sometimes becomes distracted when working with friends.

XXXX has continued to be a caring, enthusiastic and cooperative member of our class.
He/She is a very active member in our class discussions and he/she willingly shares
his/her ideas when asked. In whole group settings, XXXX has begun sharing his/her
thoughts from his/her own initiative on a consistent basis, which is encouraging to see.
XXXX cooperates well with others by taking on different roles and being involved in
group decisions. At times, XXXX needs to be reminded to avoid distractions and focus
on the task at hand so he/she can consistently produce work that showcases his/her
quality thinking and understanding. XXXX works well independently and makes good
use of class time. However he/she needs to choose his/her group members wisely as
he/she sometimes becomes distracted when working with friends.

XXXX is highly principled; acting with integrity, tolerance, honesty and respect. He/She
is consistently ready to learn and demonstrates curiosity and independence. XXXX is
extremely considerate of others and demonstrates this in his/her daily interactions.
He/She is always willing to assist her peers when needed. XXXX is a happy and
cheerful student who displays a genuine enjoyment for school life. XXXX continues to
show kindness and principled behaviour in everything he/she does at school. He/She
shows sensitivity toward the needs and feelings of others and acts to make a positive
difference to the school environment. I have been pleased with XXXX’s efforts both at
school and at home to further develop his/her skills. He/She has a mature approach to
many aspects of his/her work and shows independence, settling down to work without
distraction.

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XXXX is a principled student who acts with integrity and honesty. He/She approaches
all activities with enthusiasm and is keen to participate with his/her classmates. XXXX
always puts a concentrated effort into lessons and is confident to contribute and share
his/her ideas with the class. He/She is creative in both logical and artistic pursuits,
showing a flair for performance involving drama, dance and music. XXXX has enjoyed
participating in major school events, such as the XXXX, and shown commitment as a
member of XXXX this year. XXXX enjoys the social aspect of working collaboratively
and makes valuable contributions during small group tasks.

XXXX is a reliable and proactive member of the class. He/She is an extremely

pleasant, caring student who enjoys school and learning. As a new student to XXXX,
XXXX was a welcomed addition to the class and quickly formed many positive peer
relationships. He/She interacts with all of his/her peers in a respectful and collaborative
way and has fully involved himself/herself in the activities on offer. He/She
demonstrated enthusiasm and maturity when facilitating activities for XXXX. XXXX
appropriately modelled the activities and assisted his/her buddies in a kind and patient
way. When listening to his/her peers presentations, XXXX will always ask thoughtful
questions, make positive comments and provide constructive feedback. As a reflective
learner, XXXX understands his/her strengths and targets as well as how to go about
improving.

XXXX is a happy, confident and enthusiastic student who has completed an excellent
semester. He/She is considerate, compassionate and always endeavours to view
situations in an optimistic way. XXXX’s eagerness to work to the best of his/her ability
and to behave in a mature and responsible manner has seen him/her achieve excellent
results in many areas of school life. He/She exhibits integrity in the decisions that
he/she makes by collaborating with others and leading or following as the situation
demands. XXXX’s independent work habits are excellent and he/she always displays
self-discipline and responsibility in all that he does. He/She consistently follows the
Learner Profile and PYP Attitudes and is happy and enthusiastic everyday.

XXXX is a dependable and highly motivated student. He/She is a caring, honest and
cooperative. XXXX has a significant appreciation and wonder of the world around him.
He/She consistently follows the Learner Profile and PYP Attitudes and is happy and
enthusiastic everyday. He/She approaches tasks in an organised and methodical

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manner and applies himself/herself well to his/her studies, working conscientiously to
achieve his/her best. XXXX is an active participant in class discussions and can
confidently offer his/her opinion and reflect on his/her learning. His/Her leadership skills
are clearly evident, as is his/her positive attitude toward others. XXXX consistently
applies excellent work habits in all subject areas and takes great pride in the
presentation of his/her work. Set home learning tasks are always completed
accurately, neatly and within the set timelines. XXXX is a swift learner, taking
newfound knowledge and applying it to other areas of the curriculum to learn more and
more.

XXXX is an enthusiastic learner who contributes to every lesson. He/She continues to

work well independently and works responsibly in group situations. When listening to
his peers presentations, XXXX will always ask thoughtful questions, make positive
comments and provide constructive feedback. He/She should be congratulated for
applying himself/herself enthusiastically to his/her learning, always displaying a willing
and positive attitude. XXXX works well independently and makes good use of class
time. However, he/she needs to choose his/her group members wisely as he/she
sometimes becomes distracted when working with friends. XXXX has enjoyed working
with our buddy class this semester and has shown maturity and leadership.

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