Grades K–5
Family Communication Log
A family contact log: date, how you reached them, who you talked to, what you talked about and follow-up.
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Student Profile: Strengths and Supports
A one-page student profile: strengths, interests, how I communicate, what upsets me, what calms me and supports.
- Grade level
- Grades K–5
- Time
- About 15 minutes
- Answer key
- Not needed: answers vary
- Kids practice
- Data collection, Progress monitoring, Family communication, Planning supports
What kids do
“Fill this in with the student and family. Share it with sub teachers and helpers.”
Printed on the sheet:
- Things that are hard for me
- What helps me calm down
- Supports that work for me
- Important notes (medical, sensory, allergies)
Teacher tip
Start with strengths and interests, and ask the student and family for their words. Put a copy in the sub folder and give one to each specials teacher.
How to use it
- Stick to what you saw and heard, without guessing why.
- Review the pages every week or two and look for patterns.
- Laminate it or slide it into a sheet protector so it lasts all year and wipes clean.
Watch for
Collecting data that nobody uses. Track only what will change a decision.
Talk about it
- Who else on the team should see this?
- Show me what you want.
Take it further
Bring the pages to the next IEP meeting.
US Letter, prints well in black and white. Free for home and classroom use: print as many copies as you need.
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