Primary teachers are required to use the new standards-based report card. For academics, your child's grade is given in number ratings (1, 2, or 3) on performance of grade-level standards. The number ratings reflect where your child is relative to the grade-level curriculum in a given school quarter.
This format is significant for special education students as these ratings do not necessarily show progress on IEP goals, which always supersede these standards. The quarterly Progress Report, that you will continue to receive with each report card, gives you more specific information on student success in targeted goals and objectives.
Bottom line--your child may be making significant strides in reading, writing, or math, beyond what is indicated from this report card format. Look at the progress report to get this information.
Most importantly, continue to praise progress and celebrate your child. Each small step contributes to the journey. Stay positive and be encouraging!
