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PositiveBehaviorSelf-controlK-2 / 3-5

Jordan consistently pauses to think before reacting, even in moments of frustration.

GrowthBehaviorFocus and attention3-5 / Middle/Upper

Staying focused during longer independent tasks is still developing; Jordan does best with a clear stopping point in sight.

PositiveBehaviorPeer relationshipsK-2 / 3-5 / Middle/Upper

Jordan works patiently and fairly with classmates and is a dependable partner during group activities.

GrowthBehaviorFollowing directionsK-2

Multi-step directions can be challenging for Jordan; giving one instruction at a time seems to be helping them stay focused and complete each step.

PositiveADHD / AttentionAttention and focusK-2 / 3-5 / Middle/Upper

When work is broken into shorter segments, Jordan sustains their attention through the full work period.

GrowthADHD / AttentionTask completionK-2 / 3-5 / Middle/Upper

Finishing assignments within the time available is an area Jordan is developing. Dividing a task into shorter segments may support this.

PositiveADHD / AttentionSelf-regulation strategiesK-2 / 3-5

Jordan has learned to ask for a movement break before frustration builds, demonstrating growing self-awareness and self-advocacy.

GrowthADHD / AttentionImpulse controlK-2 / 3-5

Waiting for a turn to speak is an ongoing goal; Jordan is working on raising a hand instead of calling out an answer.

PositivePreschoolSocial-emotional developmentPreschool

Jordan says goodbye at arrival and joins the morning activity.

GrowthPreschoolSelf-help skillsPreschool

Managing zippers, buttons, and other fasteners is a skill Jordan is building. Time to work at their own pace may support this.

PositivePreschoolPlay and cooperationPreschool

Before joining a group already playing, Jordan watches for a moment and then asks to join or offers an idea that fits what is happening.

GrowthPreschoolEarly literacyPreschool

Jordan recognizes some letters and is adding more. Regular chances to find letters in familiar print could strengthen this skill.

PositiveAcademicsReadingK-2 / 3-5

Jordan reads aloud with phrasing that follows the punctuation, and adjusts their voice as the text changes.

GrowthAcademicsWriting3-5 / Middle/Upper

Jordan talks through their ideas more readily than they write them down. Planning a few sentences aloud before drafting may support this.

PositiveAcademicsMath3-5

In multi-step word problems, Jordan identifies the information that matters and decides which operation each step calls for.

GrowthAcademicsGeneral work habitsMiddle/Upper

Jordan does not yet consistently use the reference materials available for each subject. Identifying which resource fits the question and consulting it could help.

PositiveSocial-EmotionalEmpathy and relationshipsK-2 / 3-5

Jordan recognizes that a classmate may feel differently than they do about the same event, and can say what they noticed that told them so.

GrowthSocial-EmotionalEmotional regulationK-2

Jordan is developing a sense of how strongly they are feeling something before it becomes difficult to manage. Noticing early signs, such as a change in their body or voice, could help.

PositiveSocial-EmotionalSelf-awareness3-5 / Middle/Upper

Jordan can name what they do well, and their description matches what shows up in their work.

GrowthSocial-EmotionalResilience and growth mindset3-5 / Middle/Upper

After one wrong answer, Jordan may treat the mistake as evidence that they are not good at the subject as a whole.

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Behavior145 comments
Self-control 21Peer relationships 22Focus and attention 16Participation 19Leadership 14Independence 18Following directions 15Effort and motivation 20
ADHD / Attention57 comments
Attention and focus 15Impulse control 8Organization 12Task completion 12Self-regulation strategies 10
Preschool92 comments
Social-emotional development 16Self-help skills 16Play and cooperation 16Early literacy 16Early math 14Gross and fine motor 14
Academics49 comments
Reading 14Writing 14Math 14General work habits 7
Social-Emotional31 comments
Emotional regulation 7Empathy and relationships 7Self-awareness 9Resilience and growth mindset 8

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