For something called group 0, it still feels like a milestone of some kind...Little Man has completed group 0! For the next 6 weeks, it's summer vacation here until he starts 'group 1' on the 16th of August.
As part of the end of school, Kevin received his first 'report card'...what he does well, what needs to be improved, etc. For this first report, there were no real grades given in numbers, as it was more of an individual assesement on his first few months in the group. I think the number scoring/grading comes into play as of group 3.
The main difference in grading between here and the US is that here there is a number system from 1-10. Bascially, no-one ever gets a 10 awarded by a teacher/professor...so really it's a scale of 1-9. 6 is passing (barely), 7 is a normal, respectable grade, 8 is very good and 9 is excellent (and rare).
So, without further ado, here is the English translation of his first report card, and the images of the original Dutch if anyone wants to check Mommy's translation skills:
Report of Kevin Fels
working development
He enjoys everything in the classroom to see and do. He can not yet concentrate for long periods on arts and crafts, but he does focus and concentrate on completing puzzles. In the listening circle he has some trouble to listen for a long time and focus, but he finds it very pleasant to take part.
Social-emotional development
Kevin likes to play and talk with the children in the class. He has become quickly accustomed to the group. Kevin has found his spot within the group dynamic. He is also good at standing up for himself.
Motor skills
He does well with joining in the tumble and gym lessons. He moves well and is always in the mood to play outside, which he enjoys very much.
Creative skills
He is willing to work on worksheets and participate in organized activities, but he has a short attention span. He prefers to play freely without structure.
Comments
He is comfortable in his skin, and has already found his place in the group.
Have fun in Group 1 next year and a happy summer holiday!
Teacher Anke and Teacher Bram
