The Meaning of Report Cards

Please tell me more about what report cards signify. - Need to Know
Answer: Report cards say it all. They are a professional's opinion about how well your child has been doing during a grading period ranging from six to 12 weeks. Typically, grades on the cards are a combination of several things like quizzes, tests, reports, class participation, homework and other assigned projects. Information on work habits, behavior, attendance and performance level is usually given. The cards give a picture of your children's total performance.
You must look carefully at report cards, especially grades and work level. Look at all check marks. Most importantly, read all the comments on the report card. The comments together with the grades and any checkmarks will give you a total picture of what your child has done during a grading period. You should contact the teacher if you feel that your child is having problems in any area.