Grade 7 English language arts report card comments - Manitoba

12 sample Grade 7 English language arts comments for Manitoba's Provincial Report Card, from Level 4 to Level 1: 6 strengths and 6 next steps. Adapt any sentence to what you have seen in class, or write them for your whole class in the free Studio.

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Level 4: Very good to excellent

Strength. Sam reads complex texts with insight. They can explain themes and how an author's choices shape meaning. ELA framework (2020), Language as Exploration and Design: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.96 (section, not a code): will practise summarizing ELA framework (2020), Language as Power and Agency: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.97 (section, not a code): analyze inequities, viewpoints Written for Grades 7-8
Strength. Sam writes well-structured essays with a clear thesis and strong evidence. They can weigh different viewpoints before taking a position. ELA framework (2020), Language as Power and Agency: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.98 (section, not a code): to understand opinions ELA framework (2020), Language as System: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.93 (section, not a code): and organization patterns ELA framework (2020), Language as Power and Agency: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.97 (section, not a code): analyze inequities, viewpoints Written for Grades 7-8
Next step. To grow further, Sam can lead a class discussion. They can sum up points and ask questions that move the talk forward. ELA framework (2020), Language as Sense Making: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.91 (section, not a code): discuss and reflect with peers). Written for Grades 7-8

Level 3: Good

Strength. Sam sums up the big ideas and the details that matter. Their writing uses many kinds of sentences. ELA framework (2020), Language as Exploration and Design: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.96 (section, not a code): will practise summarizing ELA framework (2020), Language as System: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.93 (section, not a code): range of sentence Written for Grades 7-8
Next step. To grow further, Sam can explain how each piece of evidence proves the point, not just quote it. ELA framework (2020), Language as Power and Agency: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.98 (section, not a code): to understand opinions Written for Grades 7-8
Next step. Before responding, Sam is encouraged to restate a speaker's main point. This shows careful listening. ELA framework (2020), Language as Sense Making: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.90 (section, not a code): when they read/view/listen Written for Grades 7-8

Level 2: Basic

Strength. Sam can write a short essay using a planning frame. They can pose basic questions to clarify a text. ELA framework (2020), Language as System: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.93 (section, not a code): and organization patterns ELA framework (2020), Language as Exploration and Design: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.95 (section, not a code): will ask questions Written for Grades 7-8
Strength. When using a note guide, Sam records several key points from a lesson or video. They can share ideas in small-group talks. ELA framework (2020), Language as Sense Making: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.90 (section, not a code): when they read/view/listen ELA framework (2020), Language as System: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.94 (section, not a code): and creating oral Written for Grades 7-8
Next step. At home, Sam can read a short news story with family each week and write two sentences about why it matters. ELA framework (2020), Language as System: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.93 (section, not a code): cueing systems, fluency Home tip Written for Grades 7-8

Level 1: Limited

Strength. Sam knows many everyday words. They can spell common words correctly in short pieces of writing. ELA framework (2020), Language as Sense Making: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.92 (section, not a code): on known vocabulary ELA framework (2020), Language as System: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.93 (section, not a code): of design, spelling Written for Grades 7-8
Next step. A next step for Sam is to hear a classmate's view on a text and respond by agreeing or disagreeing with one reason. ELA framework (2020), Language as Sense Making: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.91 (section, not a code): discuss and reflect with peers). ELA framework (2020), Language as Power and Agency: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.97 (section, not a code): analyze inequities, viewpoints Written for Grades 7-8
Next step. At home, Sam can read about a favourite hobby or sport for ten minutes a day and write down two new words to use. ELA framework (2020), Language as Sense Making: Grades 6 to 8, printed p.92 (section, not a code): on known vocabulary Home tip Written for Grades 7-8

How Manitoba reports

Grades 1 to 8 get three report cards a year: Term 1, Term 2 and a final June report.
three reporting periods: Term 1, Term 2, and a final June report
Manitoba Education, Manitoba Provincial Report Card Policy, Partners for Learning, Grades 1 to 12, Revised 2026, PDF p.8 · Source
Each category gets a level from 1 to 4.
A 1-4 ordinal scale is used to report on achievement in each subject category.
Manitoba Education, Manitoba Provincial Report Card Policy, Partners for Learning, Grades 1 to 12, Revised 2026, PDF p.19 · Source
Grades 7 and 8 add an overall percentage for each subject.
The percentage scale is used to report overall subject grades.
Manitoba Education, Manitoba Provincial Report Card Policy, Partners for Learning, Grades 1 to 12, Revised 2026, PDF p.19 · Source
Comments describe strengths, key challenges and practical next steps.
comments describe student strengths, key challenges, and practical, doable, and timely next steps.
Manitoba Education, Manitoba Provincial Report Card Policy, Partners for Learning, Grades 1 to 12, Revised 2026, PDF p.33 · Source

Questions teachers ask

What scale do Manitoba subjects use?

Each category gets a level from 1 to 4 (Manitoba Provincial Report Card Policy, Partners for Learning, Grades 1 to 12, Revised 2026, PDF p.19). Grades 1 to 6 have no overall subject grade (Manitoba Provincial Report Card Policy, Partners for Learning, Grades 1 to 12, Revised 2026, PDF p.19). Grades 7 and 8 add an overall percentage for each subject (Manitoba Provincial Report Card Policy, Partners for Learning, Grades 1 to 12, Revised 2026, PDF p.19). NYD means the student does not yet show the required understanding; a comment is needed (Manitoba Grades 1 to 6 Report Card template 2026-27, PDF p.1).

Are these Grade 7 English language arts comments tied to the curriculum?

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