MMOONNTTGGOOMMEERRYY CCOOUUNNTTYY PPUUBBLLIICC SSCCHHOOOOLLSS

EELLEEMMEENNTTAARRYY RREEPPOORRTT CCAARRDD GGrraaddeess 11 ‐‐ 55 CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS

REVISED OCTOBER 2014

Reading (Grades 1 – 5)

October 2014

RREEAADDIINNGG CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS

FFIIRRSSTT GGRRAADDEE Char Count

1R01 Needs practice applying knowledge of how print is organized and read. 69 1R02 Successful applying knowledge of how print is organized and read. 65 1R03 Needs practice applying phonetic principles to read and spell. 62 1R04 Successful applying phonetic principles to read and spell. 58 1R05 Needs practice using meaning clues and language structure to expand vocabulary when reading. 92 1R06 Successful using meaning clues and language structure to expand vocabulary when reading. 88 1R07 Needs practice reading familiar stories, poems, and passages with fluency and expression. 88 1R08 Successful reading familiar stories, poems, and passages with fluency and expression. 84 1R09 Needs practice reading and demonstrating comprehension of a variety of fiction and nonfiction. 94 1R10 Successful reading and demonstrating comprehension of a variety of fiction and nonfiction. 90 1R11 Needs practice using simple reference materials. 48 1R12 Successful using simple reference materials. 44

SSEECCOONNDD GGRRAADDEE Char Count

2R01 Needs practice using phonetic strategies when reading and spelling. 67 2R02 Successful using phonetic strategies when reading and spelling. 63 2R03 Needs practice using meaning clues and language structure when reading. 71 2R04 Successful using meaning clues and language structure when reading. 67 2R05 Needs practice using language structure to expand vocabulary when reading. 74 2R06 Successfully using language structure to expand vocabulary when reading. 70 2R07 Needs practice reading fiction and nonfiction, using a variety of strategies independently. 91 2R08 Successful reading fiction and nonfiction, using a variety of strategies independently. 87 2R09 Needs practice reading and demonstrating comprehension of fiction and nonfiction. 81 2R10 Successful reading and demonstrating comprehension of fiction and nonfiction. 77 2R11 Needs practice demonstrating comprehension of information in reference materials. 81 2R12 Successful demonstrating comprehension of information in reference materials. 77

Reading (Grades 1 – 5)

October 2014

TTHHIIRRDD GGRRAADDEE Char Count

3R01 Needs practice using less common vowel patterns. 48 3R02 Successful using less common vowel patterns. 44 3R03 Needs practice using homophones. 32 3R04 Successful using homophones. 28 3R05 Needs practice using context clues/phonetic strategies to read. 63 3R06 Successful using context clues/phonetic strategies to read. 59 3R07 Needs practice previewing by reading titles, headings and diagrams. 67 3R08 Successful previewing by reading titles, headings and diagrams. 63 3R09 Needs practice using strategies to read fiction, nonfiction and poetry. 71 3R10 Successful using strategies to read fiction, nonfiction and poetry. 67 3R11 Needs practice setting purpose for reading. 43 3R12 Successful setting purpose for reading. 39 3R13 Needs practice using details to confirm predictions. 52 3R14 Successful using details to confirm predictions. 48 3R15 Needs practice answering questions about stories. 49 3R16 Successful answering questions about stories. 45 3R17 Needs practice using dictionaries, encyclopedias, and other reference materials. 79 3R18 Successful using dictionaries, encyclopedias, and other reference materials. 75 3R19 Needs practice comparing/contrasting settings, characters and events. 69 3R20 Successful with comparing/contrasting settings, characters and events. 65 3R21 Needs practice identifying the characteristics of folk tales. 61 3R22 Successful identifying the characteristics of folk tales. 57 3R23 Needs practice identifying the characteristics of biographies and autobiographies. 82 3R24 Successful identifying the characteristics of biographies and autobiographies. 78

FFOOUURRTTHH GGRRAADDEE Char Count

4R01 Needs practice using effective oral communication skills in a variety of settings. 82 4R02 Successful using effective oral communication skills in a variety of settings. 78 4R03 Needs practice in making/listening to oral presentations and reports. 69 4R04 Successful in making/listening to oral presentations and reports. 65 4R05 Needs practice reading fiction and nonfiction with fluency and accuracy. 72 4R06 Successful reading fiction and nonfiction with fluency and accuracy. 68 4R07 Needs practice reading and demonstrating comprehension of fiction. 70 4R08 Successful reading and demonstrating comprehension of fiction. 66 4R09 Needs practice reading and demonstrating comprehension of nonfiction. 73 4R10 Successful reading and demonstrating comprehension of nonfiction. 69 4R11 Needs practice demonstrating comprehension of information resources to research a topic. 88 4R12 Successful demonstrating comprehension of information resources to research a topic. 84

Reading (Grades 1 – 5)

October 2014

FFIIFFTTHH GGRRAADDEE Char Count

5R01 Needs practice reading fiction and nonfiction with fluency and accuracy. 72 5R02 Successful reading fiction and nonfiction with fluency and accuracy. 68 5R03 Needs practice reading and demonstrating comprehension of fiction. 70 5R04 Successful reading and demonstrating comprehension of fiction. 66 5R05 Needs practice reading and demonstrating the comprehension of nonfiction. 73 5R06 Successful reading and demonstrating the comprehension of nonfiction. 69 5R07 Needs practice demonstrating the comprehension of information from a variety of print resources. 92 5R08 Successful demonstrating the comprehension of information from a variety of print resources. 88

October 2014

Mathematics, Science and Social Studies

MMAATTHHEEMMAATTIICCSS CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS FFOORR GGRRAADDEESS 11 ‐‐ 55

Character Count MA01 Needs practice with numbers and number sense. 45 MA02 Successful with numbers and number sense. 41 MA03 Needs practice with computation and estimation. 47 MA04 Successful with computation and estimation. 43 MA05 Needs practice with measurement and geometry. 46 MA06 Successful with measurement and geometry. 42 MA07 Needs practice with probability and statistics. 47 MA08 Successful with probability and statistics. 43 MA09 Needs practice with patterns, functions, and Algebra. 52 MA10 Successful with patterns, functions, and Algebra. 48

SSCCIIEENNCCEE CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS FFOORR GGRRAADDEESS 11 ‐‐ 55

Character Count SC01 Needs practice identifying and classifying groups of objects. 61 SC02 Successful identifying and classifying groups of objects. 62 SC03 Needs practice using science equipment in an appropriate manner. 64 SC04 Successful using science equipment in an appropriate manner. 60 SC05 Needs practice extending scientific concepts presented in class. 64 SC06 Successful extending scientific concepts presented in class. 60 SC07 Needs practice recording observations in a clear and organized manner. 70 SC08 Successful recording observations in a clear and organized manner. 66 SC09 Needs practice using diagrams, graphs, and data tables to accurately record data from experiments. 97 SC10 Successful using diagrams, graphs, and data tables to accurately record data from experiments. 93 SC11 Needs practice making predictions from scientific observations. 63 SC12 Successful making predictions from scientific observations. 59 SC13 Needs practice formulating questions and answers through experimentation/observation/reading. 89 SC14 is successful formulating questions and answers through experiments/observation/reading. 85

October 2014

Mathematics, Science and Social Studies

SSOOCCIIAALL SSTTUUDDIIEESS CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS FFOORR GGRRAADDEESS 11 ‐‐ 55

Character Count SS01 Needs practice demonstrating proficiency in the use of charts, maps and/or globes. 82 SS02 Successful demonstrating proficiency in the use of charts, maps and/or globes. 78 SS03 Needs practice recognizing cause and effect relationships. 58 SS04 Successful recognizing cause and effect relationships. 54 SS05 Needs practice evaluating, developing, and applying concepts presented in class. 79 SS06 Successful evaluating, developing, and applying concepts presented in class. 75 SS07 Needs practice recognizing the rights and responsibilities of citizens. 70 SS08 Successful recognizing the rights and responsibilities of citizens. 66 SS09 Needs practice discussing and analyzing current events. 55 SS10 Successful discussing and analyzing current events. 51 SS11 Needs practice gathering, classifying, and interpreting information. 67 SS12 Successful gathering, classifying, and interpreting information. 63

Art (Grades 1‐5)

AARRTT CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS

Char Count AR01 Exhibits appropriate behavior in art class. 39 AR02 Cooperates with others in small and large groups. 49 AR03 Demonstrates respect for artwork. 33 AR04 Responds positively to critique or direction. 45 AR05 Follows established classroom procedures and guidelines for behaviors. 70 AR06 Remains in seat and/or assigned area when appropriate. 54 AR07 Remains on task and completes assignments during allotted time. 63 AR08 Communicates at appropriate times. 34 AR09 Listens and follows directions. 31 AR10 Excels in art class. 20

October 2009

ESL (Grades 1‐5)

EESSLL CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS

Char Count ESL1 New English language learner; not yet on grade level. 53 ESL2 Beginning English language learner, developing social language; not yet on grade level. 87 ESL3 Developing English language learner, beginning to use academic language; not yet on grade level. 96

October 2009

Music (Grades 1‐5)

October 2009

MMUUSSIICC CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS

Char Count MU01 Listens attentively in music class. 35 MU02 Listens to and follows directions for activities in music. 57 MU03 Pays attention in a large group activity. 41 MU04 Participates actively in activities. 36 MU05 Participates enthusiastically in a cooperative manner. 54 MU06 Attends music class with interest and cooperation. 50 MU07 Exhibits appropriate behavior in music class. 45 MU08 Cooperates with others in small and large groups. 49

October 2009

PE (Grades 1‐5)

PPEE CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS

Char Count PE01 Works well in a group. 22 PE02 A great team player. 20 PE03 Excellent effort, perseverance and sportsmanship. 49 PE04 Participates with a positive attitude in all learning situations. 65 PE05 Participates actively throughout the whole class period. 56 PE06 Often needs reminders about taking care of equipment. 53 PE07 Often needs reminders about using equipment properly. 53 PE08 Often needs reminders about participating safely. 49 PE09 Excels in PE class. 19 PE10 Needs more awareness about safe moving with others. 51 PE11 Demonstrates consistent time on task. 37

October 2009

Progress (Grades 1‐5)

PPRROOGGRREESSSS CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS

Char Count PR01 Shows lack of progress due to attendance. 41 PR02 Not completing assigned work. 29 PR03 Having difficulty understanding concepts. 41 PR04 Needs to study more for tests. 30 PR05 Needs to practice nightly. 26 PR06 Struggles to complete work. 27 PR07 Needs to complete homework. 27 PR08 Needs to study for tests and quizzes. 37 PR09 Above grade level. 18 PR10 On grade level. 15 PR11 Below grade level. 18

October 2009

Special Education (Grades 1‐5)

SSPPEECCIIAALL EEDDUUCCAATTIIOONN CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS

Char Count SE01 Graded on individual progress rather than grade level expectations. 67 SE02 See Progress Report 20

October 2009

Spelling (Grades 1‐5)

SSPPEELLLLIINNGG CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS

Char Count SP01 Building a good spelling vocabulary. 36 SP02 Uses the dictionary to find unfamiliar words. 45 SP03 Enjoys learning to spell new words. 35 SP04 Sometimes reverses letters in a word. 37 SP05 Difficulty remembering the spelling of non‐phonetic words. 58 SP06 Helped by using hand or body motions to remember spelling. 58 SP07 Able to learn to spell new words easily. 40

October 2009

Writing (Grades 1‐5)

WWRRIITTIINNGG CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS

Char Count WR01 Uses punctuation correctly. 27 WR02 Shows self confidence in writing. 33 WR03 Can compose several related sentences. 38 WR04 Able to place periods and question marks correctly. 51 WR05 Uses complex sentences. 23 WR06 Uses simple sentences. 22 WR07 Able to write a complete sentence independently. 48 WR08 Participates in group storytelling. 35 WR09 Can write an original story. 28 WR10 Puts words in appropriate order. 32 WR11 Able to read their sentences back. 36

October 2009

General Comments

GGEENNEERRAALL CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS

Char Count 0001 Participates well in class. 27 0002 An attentive student. 21 0003 Completes neat and accurate work. 33 0004 Very thoughtful student. 24 0005 Takes pride in work well done. 30 0006 Eager to learn. 15 0007 Cooperates well. 16 0008 Shows initiative. 17 0009 Thinks things through independently. 36 0010 Listens attentively. 20 0011 Very cooperative and participates in all activities. 52 0012 Takes pride in doing work neatly and correctly. 47 0013 Pleasant and friendly. 22 0014 Cooperative and happy. 22 0015 Cooperative and well mannered. 30 0016 Pleasant personality. 21 0017 Pleasure to have around. 24 0018 Sweet and cooperative student. 30 0019 Happy, well adjusted student. 29 0020 Self confident and has excellent manners. 41 0021 Good attitude toward school. 28 0022 Excellent manners. 18 0023 Enthusiastic about participating. 33 0024 Willing to take part in all classroom activities. 49 0025 Shows interest and enthusiasm in all areas. 43 0026 Makes fine contributions. 25 0027 Active part in discussions pertinent to the subject. 52 0028 Responds well. 14 0029 Working well in all subjects. 29 0030 Speaks with confidence to the group. 36 0031 Takes turns talking. 20 0032 Enjoys participating in conversation and discussion. 52 0033 Can follow directions. 22 0034 Listens carefully. 18 0035 Very capable. 13 0036 Continues to excel academically. 32 0037 Eager learner. 14 0038 Grasps new concepts quickly. 28 0039 Had a great 9 weeks. 20 0040 A class leader. 15 0041 Polite, conscientious student. 30 0042 Friendly and cooperative. 25

October 2009

General Comments

0043 Becoming more self reliant. 27 0044 Maturing. 9 0045 Learning to concentrate. 24 0046 Volunteers often. 17 0047 A good attitude toward school. 30 0048 Approaches assigned tasks in a confident manner. 48 0049 Always sets a good example. 27 0050 Progressing nicely. 19 0051 One of my best classroom helpers. 33 0052 A willingness to help others. 29 0053 One of the most well liked members of the class. 48 0054 A pleasant disposition. 23 0055 A very pleasant student to work with. 37 0056 A sense of humor we all enjoy. 30 0057 Displays an excellent attitude. 31 0058 Colorful and interesting artwork. 33 0059 Helps others. 13 0060 Requires too much supervision. 30 0061 Encourage to work independently. 32 0062 Continues to need frequent encouragement. 41 0063 Learning to listen carefully. 29 0064 Gaining self confidence. 24 0065 Continuing to mature socially. 30 0066 Making excellent progress. 26 0067 Significant improvements. 25 0068 Exceptional improvements. 25 0069 Made slight gains. 18 0070 Completes work too slowly. 26 0071 Does not complete assignments in allotted time. 47 0072 Unable to finish the required work. 35 0073 Little effort when not under direct supervision. 48 0074 Often seems tired at school. 28 0075 Misuses time. 13 0076 Not courteous to others. 24 0077 Does not share well. 20 0078 Needs to proofread for neatness. 32 0079 Needs to proofread for accuracy. 32 0080 Needs to improve classroom attitude. 36 0081 Gets upset easily. 18 0082 Cries easily. 13 0083 Needs to actively participate in classroom discussions. 55 0084 Has had incidents on the playground. 36 0085 Shown improvement. 18 0086 Showing growth. 15 0087 Lacks independence. 19 0088 Easily distracted. 18 0089 Needs to slow down. 19

October 2009

General Comments

0090 Tendency to manage other people. 32 0091 Needs to be more considerate of others. 39 0092 Reminded often to follow school rules. 38 0093 Difficulties in relationships with others. 42 0094 Disrupts the learning of others. 32 0095 Beginning to take more responsibility for actions. 49 0096 Great improvements in self discipline. 38 0097 Gaining independence. 21 0098 Making steady progress. 23 0099 Not completing work. 20 0100 Difficulties understanding concepts. 36

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