Education Minnesota does not have an "approved" list of comments The attorneys' advice is to write only factual comments Teachers need to have facts or data (observations, notes, examples) to back up their comments; comments should not be based only on what teachers feel or think.

The following list is provided as a guide. These comments can be copied and pasted into the comments boxes, or teachers may type their own.

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General Comments
1 Displays creativity
2 Displays a positive attitude toward learning
3 Observes classroom rules
4 Returns loaned items on time
5 Grasps ideas readily
6 Conscientious worker
7 Has improved steadily
8 Has shown progress
9 Has shown steady growth and improvement
10 Is gaining confidence
11 Needs to come prepared with assigned materials and tools
12 Frequent absence from class has impacted grade
13 Needs guidance in developing habits of responsibility and punctuality
14 Needs to adopt a more serious attitude
15 Needs to be more responsible for returning loaned items on time
16 Needs to develop a better sense of responsibility
17 Needs to improve self-control
18 Willing to help in classroom
19 Seems eager to improve
20 Shows lack of confidence in ability
21 Shows respect for authority
22 Is working hard and making progress
23 Participates enthusiastically
24 Tries but still has difficulty
25 Works to potential
26 Performs poorly on assessments
27 Understands concepts but has difficulty in application
28 Comes to class without book, equipment, and/or supplies
29 Completes assignments
30 Demonstrates critical thinking skills
31 Does not complete work in allotted time
32 Does not use time wisely
33 Demonstrates strong study skills
34 Completes work consistently and on time
35 Follows directions
36 Follows oral directions
37 Follows written directions
38 Has ability but has lower grade due to inadequate work habits
39 Has difficulty writing daily assignments in homework book
40 Has inconsistent work and study habits
41 Inconsistently completes homework assignments
42 Is doing daily work hastily instead of carefully
43 Is learning to listen to directions more carefully
44 Needs to be more attentive in class
45 Needs to complete work on time
46 Needs to follow verbal directions
47 Needs to follow written directions
48 Needs to improve attention to class presentations
49 Needs to improve in following directions
50 Needs to improve independent work habits
51 Needs to improve listening skills
52 Needs to improve organizational skills
53 Needs to improve test preparation skills
54 Needs to improve work/study habits
55 Needs to participate more in class
56 Needs to seek additional help from teacher
57 Needs to improve on working independently
58 Needs to take more time with class work
59 Shows excellent study habits
60 Shows improvement in interpreting and following directions
61 Shows inconsistent effort in keeping daily homework planner or copybook
62 Shows insufficient effort on homework
63 Shows insufficient time on homework
64 Submits completed homework punctually
65 Uses class time wisely
66 Works well independently
67 Expresses ideas well

General Social Comments
1 Accepts responsibility for own actions
2 Contributes to peaceful atmosphere of group
3 Demonstrates good leadership skills/qualities
4 Displays a spirit of cooperation
5 Displays self-control
6 Exhibits appropriate behavior in dealing with conflict
7 Disrupts others when they are working
8 Has positive influence on class
9 Helps those with special needs
10 Is continuing to grow in independence
11 Is developing a better classroom attitude
12 Is studious
13 Needs constant reminders about behavior
14 Needs improved cafeteria manners
15 Needs improvement in recess behavior
16 Needs to be more respectful
17 Needs to follow classroom and school rules more consistently
18 Recognizes the importance of treating others fairly and with respect
19 Shows ability to give and receive forgiveness
20 Demonstrates kindness and care for others
21 Shows respect for peers
22 Works well in cooperative groups
23 Needs to work better in cooperative learning situations.
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