Me at 12-17
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stephbgCommentary from high school reports now. Analysis to follow, but I find the mostly bland and sunny picture thus portrayed alarmingly different from my recall of my internal life at the time. I was definitely happiest in the classroom, but my competitive nature insists I was much more messed up than the average teenager in every other way. As always, errors provide the most interesting data points. I don't remember screwing up *that* badly in Maths (except at one particular point in Year 11; anecdote no doubt to follow).
At first glance the difference in reporting style between primary and high schools is also quite interesting. Different logistical problems for the poor old teachers. I wonder if I actually stopped talking in class or did it became a non-issue? I suspect the former, but I doubt any behavioural issues I could manifest could compete with those of teenage boys. (My primary years 4-7 were girls-only.)
July 1983 Year 8 Age 12
Home Room report: Congratulations on a superb report. What more can I say?
Religious Ed: It is a pleasure to have S in my class. She is always ready to respond to questions etc and actively co-operates. Always courteous, friendly and responsible.
English: S is an excellent student who always works well in every section of the subject. She has a very mature approach to all work and is a pleasure to have in class.
Maths: S is a hard working, studious girl who has shown great ability in Maths. I expect her to do very well in the future.
Science: S's work during the semester was excellent. Her total mark was the fourth highest in science.
SocStud: S always puts in 100%. Well done, S, your attitude to school and approach to your work is excellent. Congratulations, you are a pleasure to teach.
PhysEd: Satisfactory skills, very good attitude.
Health Ed: S is a very capable student. She has achieved pleasing results in health.
Speech&Drama: S is a delightful Speech student, manifesting a serious attitude to this subject, and making excellent progress. She should have little difficulty in passing the Grade II examination. Her manners are exemplary.
Music: Only "Very Good" for Attack!
French: S is a capable and conscientious student. She has achieved excellent results this semester. Well done S.
Food & Nutrition: S is working well in both areas.
Drawing: S has drawing skill. She was an asset to the group. (Only "Satisfactory" for presentation of finished work and folio).
Dec 1983 Year 8 Age 13
Home Room report: S is a quiet, courteous student who is always neat and punctual. S's mature approach to her work is clearly reflected in her excellent results.
Religious Ed: S's co-operation and conduct cannot be faulted. A pleasure to have known and taught you S. God bless and keep you always.
English: An excellent student who can always be relied upon to produce work of a high standard. Well done S.
Maths: S has had an excellent year and has done well. She is a pleasure to teach and it has been a blessing to me to have her in my class.
Science: Final exam mark 94%; average mark 56%. Congratulations on your year's work S.
SocStud: S has successfully completed a good Semester work. She has an excellent approach to her studies. Her final exam mark was 87 ½ /90. Excellent.
PhysEd: Satisfactory (and slightly improved) skills, very good attitude.
Health Ed: S has worked consistently and conscientiously throughout the year; a well deserved A.
Speech&Drama: S has a natural ability which is highly commendable. Her success is the culmination of a splendid year's work. I tender my congratulations on her achievement. S has a delightful personality, and this is a most fortunate attribute.
Music: Excellent work all year. Well done 97/100. (Attack now up to "Excellent")
French: S has been an exemplary student throughout the year and has achieved a high standard of work. Well done S.
Food & Nutrition: S has maintained a high standard all through the year. She takes great interest in her cooking and topped the class with 93% in nutrition examination.
Technical Drawing: A good and consistent worker, and one whose self-discipline is a fine example to others. Congratulations S.
More than half 1984 lost to first serious illness. No report.
Dec 1984 Year 9 Age 14
Home Room: S is a very special person indeed! She has shown great courage earlier this year by her determination to "fit in" again after her long illness. During RE lessons her profound thought and active participation in class discussions have been an encouragement to us all.
English: S is a capable student and has attained a very high standard of work. I am very pleased with her excellent results and am confident that she will continue at this level in Year 10.
Science: S has been an outstanding student in every respect and fully deserves the award for top science student despite a half year absence. Congratulations S.
SocStud: What a delightful intelligent young lady S is. It was great watching her work after such a long illness. I was thrilled to see her top the last topic. Well done. Best wishes for 1985. You have been a pleasure to teach.
HealthEd: A very pleasing result.
Maths: S has achieved excellent results in Maths. She is an extremely conscientious and co-operative student.
Speech & Drama: S has been a joy to have in the class. She is keen, imaginative, helpful and produces work of an excellent standard.
Computer Awareness: Excellent.
PhysEd: Very good attitude, but absent for many tests.
Food & Nutrition: S has achieved a high standard in her work and it has been a pleasure for me to have her in this subject.
Music: Keyboard. Attack still excellent.
July 1985 Year 10 Age 14
Guild (Home room): S is to be congratulated on these very good results and on her contribution to the Guild. She is most co-operative and responsible.
SocStud: S has achieved a high result and she is to be commended for her results this semester. She is one of the top students in this subject in year 10.
English: S is a consistently hard worker and, additionally, a gifted student.
Maths: S has achieved excellent results. She is a highly motivated student who most certainly will continue to succeed.
Science: S has worked consistently all semester to achieve her good results.
Religious Ed: S is an active participant in all class discussions. She is interested and is also a good listener. She is a delight to teach.
Speech & Drama: S is a pleasure to have in the class, she participates fully in all aspects of the course and her work is always of a high standard.
Computer Studies: S has worked well this semester and has been rewarded with good results.
Dec 1985 Year 10 Age 15
SocStud: S has proven to be a hard worker and she should approach her studies next year with confidence.
English: S is a hard worker who writes very well indeed. I have been extremely pleased with her progress.
Maths: S has been a willing, conscientious class worker who has achieved excellent results.
Science: S has worked consistently all semester to achieve her pleasing grades. Well done.
Religious Ed: S is not only a delight to teach but is a mature and sensible young lady whose attitude to her faith is rich, rewarding and positive.
Speech & Drama: All S's work is very good and she participates enthusiastically in all areas of the course. It has been a pleasure to have her in the class.
Computer Studies: S has continued to work very well this semester and her results are excellent.
Careers: S has made a very sound contribution to this subject with her maturity in group discussions. She received very good reports from her work experience employer. I trust that S has enjoyed the subject and will find aspects of it worthwhile to her in the not too distant future. Good luck S.
Phys Ed; S has worked to the best of her ability in each lesson. She has been a very co-operative and willing student.
June 1986 Year 11 Age 15
Guild (Home room): S is obviously a highly motivated student. Her academic record is very pleasing to read. In guild she is always very co-operative and has helped me on many occasions with activities. My congratulations on a most pleasing Semester.
Religious Ed: S's mature attitude makes her a pleasure to have in the group.
English: It's great having S in the class - she always works well, and she deserves her excellent results. Congratulations S.
Biology: S is an outstanding student whose standard of work and attitude have been excellent.
Politics: S has shown herself to be a very keen student. She puts time and thought into her work. Top mark in the class.
Chemistry: S has worked well throughout the semester. She shows considerable interest and ability in this subject and thoroughly deserves these fine results.
Maths II: Not a good result (C) for S who is of an 'A' standard. More care and preciseness (sic) is required in the exam.
Maths III: S has considerable talent but results are lowered by inefficient setout of work. Excellent in all other respects. Top of the list in 'B' grade.
Phys Ed: S's knee injury has affected her participation in a number of classes. She is very keen to be as fully involved as possible in each class - well done.
Dec 1986 Year 11 Age 16
Guild (Home room): S is to be congratulated on her participation in guild activities. She has worked so hard despite her health problems to maintain her very high standards. My very best wishes for a successful Year 12.
Religious Ed: S has made excellent contributions to this class. I wish her well.
English: An excellent result for a very rewarding year's work in English. Thanks S, and best wishes for 1987.
Biology: S is an excellent student with exceptional biological understanding. She should do well in Year 12 TEE.
Politics: S is a very good student. She has put in a solid effort throughout the year.
Chemistry: S has completed a most pleasing and successful year in this subject. With such a background she should approach the TEE with great confidence.
Maths II: The final exam demonstrates the talent S has in this subject. She, as yet, has not performed at capacity.
Maths III: S has achieved excellent results. On the year's results she ranks equal second.
Phys Ed: S has been unable to participate in the PR programme due to her knee problems.
Mid 1987 Year 12 Age 16
Guild: S is a very friendly and courteous Guild member who always participates to the best of her ability. Even though S has been absent due to illness, she has achieved a very high standard in her work. Well done!
Religious Ed: Although I have been with this class only a few weeks, I believe S is progressing satisfactorily.
Politics: S has achieved excellent results in this subject. She deserves much praise for a job well done.
English: S has been a quiet and diligent student this semester. A good result, S.
Biology: S's high term mark reflects her talent in this subject. With more attention to detail in exam technique, S's marks can only improve. Well done.
Maths III: A top result S. Well done!
Chemistry: S is an excellent student in every way. She thoroughly deserves these very fine results.
Maths II: S's results may have been affected by her absence due to illness. She has definite 'A' level ability.
Phys Ed: S is unable to participate in PE classes.
End 1987 Year 12 Age 17
Guild: S has shown herself to be a very mature and hardworking student who has participated fully in _all_ aspects of school life. S's progress in her academic subjects is a credit to her, considering the number of days missed due to illness.
Religious Ed: S is always attentive and generally makes worthwhile contributions to class discussions. All the best for the future, S.
Politics: S has achieved excellent results in this subject. She deserves congratulations for a job well done.
English: A steady improvement on first semester, S. Well done.
Biology: Considering S's health problems of late, she has produced excellent results, particularly in the exam. Well done and the very best for your preparation for the TEE.
Maths III: S has been awarded an A because of her pleasing semester efforts. However, I hope she can overcome her illness problems because I feel she is getting a little behind.
Chemistry: Once again S is to be congratulated on some fine results. I have very high hopes for her success in the coming Chemistry TEE.
Maths II: Equal 5th in class. She has ability and given good health will do well in the TEE.
At first glance the difference in reporting style between primary and high schools is also quite interesting. Different logistical problems for the poor old teachers. I wonder if I actually stopped talking in class or did it became a non-issue? I suspect the former, but I doubt any behavioural issues I could manifest could compete with those of teenage boys. (My primary years 4-7 were girls-only.)
July 1983 Year 8 Age 12
Home Room report: Congratulations on a superb report. What more can I say?
Religious Ed: It is a pleasure to have S in my class. She is always ready to respond to questions etc and actively co-operates. Always courteous, friendly and responsible.
English: S is an excellent student who always works well in every section of the subject. She has a very mature approach to all work and is a pleasure to have in class.
Maths: S is a hard working, studious girl who has shown great ability in Maths. I expect her to do very well in the future.
Science: S's work during the semester was excellent. Her total mark was the fourth highest in science.
SocStud: S always puts in 100%. Well done, S, your attitude to school and approach to your work is excellent. Congratulations, you are a pleasure to teach.
PhysEd: Satisfactory skills, very good attitude.
Health Ed: S is a very capable student. She has achieved pleasing results in health.
Speech&Drama: S is a delightful Speech student, manifesting a serious attitude to this subject, and making excellent progress. She should have little difficulty in passing the Grade II examination. Her manners are exemplary.
Music: Only "Very Good" for Attack!
French: S is a capable and conscientious student. She has achieved excellent results this semester. Well done S.
Food & Nutrition: S is working well in both areas.
Drawing: S has drawing skill. She was an asset to the group. (Only "Satisfactory" for presentation of finished work and folio).
Dec 1983 Year 8 Age 13
Home Room report: S is a quiet, courteous student who is always neat and punctual. S's mature approach to her work is clearly reflected in her excellent results.
Religious Ed: S's co-operation and conduct cannot be faulted. A pleasure to have known and taught you S. God bless and keep you always.
English: An excellent student who can always be relied upon to produce work of a high standard. Well done S.
Maths: S has had an excellent year and has done well. She is a pleasure to teach and it has been a blessing to me to have her in my class.
Science: Final exam mark 94%; average mark 56%. Congratulations on your year's work S.
SocStud: S has successfully completed a good Semester work. She has an excellent approach to her studies. Her final exam mark was 87 ½ /90. Excellent.
PhysEd: Satisfactory (and slightly improved) skills, very good attitude.
Health Ed: S has worked consistently and conscientiously throughout the year; a well deserved A.
Speech&Drama: S has a natural ability which is highly commendable. Her success is the culmination of a splendid year's work. I tender my congratulations on her achievement. S has a delightful personality, and this is a most fortunate attribute.
Music: Excellent work all year. Well done 97/100. (Attack now up to "Excellent")
French: S has been an exemplary student throughout the year and has achieved a high standard of work. Well done S.
Food & Nutrition: S has maintained a high standard all through the year. She takes great interest in her cooking and topped the class with 93% in nutrition examination.
Technical Drawing: A good and consistent worker, and one whose self-discipline is a fine example to others. Congratulations S.
More than half 1984 lost to first serious illness. No report.
Dec 1984 Year 9 Age 14
Home Room: S is a very special person indeed! She has shown great courage earlier this year by her determination to "fit in" again after her long illness. During RE lessons her profound thought and active participation in class discussions have been an encouragement to us all.
English: S is a capable student and has attained a very high standard of work. I am very pleased with her excellent results and am confident that she will continue at this level in Year 10.
Science: S has been an outstanding student in every respect and fully deserves the award for top science student despite a half year absence. Congratulations S.
SocStud: What a delightful intelligent young lady S is. It was great watching her work after such a long illness. I was thrilled to see her top the last topic. Well done. Best wishes for 1985. You have been a pleasure to teach.
HealthEd: A very pleasing result.
Maths: S has achieved excellent results in Maths. She is an extremely conscientious and co-operative student.
Speech & Drama: S has been a joy to have in the class. She is keen, imaginative, helpful and produces work of an excellent standard.
Computer Awareness: Excellent.
PhysEd: Very good attitude, but absent for many tests.
Food & Nutrition: S has achieved a high standard in her work and it has been a pleasure for me to have her in this subject.
Music: Keyboard. Attack still excellent.
July 1985 Year 10 Age 14
Guild (Home room): S is to be congratulated on these very good results and on her contribution to the Guild. She is most co-operative and responsible.
SocStud: S has achieved a high result and she is to be commended for her results this semester. She is one of the top students in this subject in year 10.
English: S is a consistently hard worker and, additionally, a gifted student.
Maths: S has achieved excellent results. She is a highly motivated student who most certainly will continue to succeed.
Science: S has worked consistently all semester to achieve her good results.
Religious Ed: S is an active participant in all class discussions. She is interested and is also a good listener. She is a delight to teach.
Speech & Drama: S is a pleasure to have in the class, she participates fully in all aspects of the course and her work is always of a high standard.
Computer Studies: S has worked well this semester and has been rewarded with good results.
Dec 1985 Year 10 Age 15
SocStud: S has proven to be a hard worker and she should approach her studies next year with confidence.
English: S is a hard worker who writes very well indeed. I have been extremely pleased with her progress.
Maths: S has been a willing, conscientious class worker who has achieved excellent results.
Science: S has worked consistently all semester to achieve her pleasing grades. Well done.
Religious Ed: S is not only a delight to teach but is a mature and sensible young lady whose attitude to her faith is rich, rewarding and positive.
Speech & Drama: All S's work is very good and she participates enthusiastically in all areas of the course. It has been a pleasure to have her in the class.
Computer Studies: S has continued to work very well this semester and her results are excellent.
Careers: S has made a very sound contribution to this subject with her maturity in group discussions. She received very good reports from her work experience employer. I trust that S has enjoyed the subject and will find aspects of it worthwhile to her in the not too distant future. Good luck S.
Phys Ed; S has worked to the best of her ability in each lesson. She has been a very co-operative and willing student.
June 1986 Year 11 Age 15
Guild (Home room): S is obviously a highly motivated student. Her academic record is very pleasing to read. In guild she is always very co-operative and has helped me on many occasions with activities. My congratulations on a most pleasing Semester.
Religious Ed: S's mature attitude makes her a pleasure to have in the group.
English: It's great having S in the class - she always works well, and she deserves her excellent results. Congratulations S.
Biology: S is an outstanding student whose standard of work and attitude have been excellent.
Politics: S has shown herself to be a very keen student. She puts time and thought into her work. Top mark in the class.
Chemistry: S has worked well throughout the semester. She shows considerable interest and ability in this subject and thoroughly deserves these fine results.
Maths II: Not a good result (C) for S who is of an 'A' standard. More care and preciseness (sic) is required in the exam.
Maths III: S has considerable talent but results are lowered by inefficient setout of work. Excellent in all other respects. Top of the list in 'B' grade.
Phys Ed: S's knee injury has affected her participation in a number of classes. She is very keen to be as fully involved as possible in each class - well done.
Dec 1986 Year 11 Age 16
Guild (Home room): S is to be congratulated on her participation in guild activities. She has worked so hard despite her health problems to maintain her very high standards. My very best wishes for a successful Year 12.
Religious Ed: S has made excellent contributions to this class. I wish her well.
English: An excellent result for a very rewarding year's work in English. Thanks S, and best wishes for 1987.
Biology: S is an excellent student with exceptional biological understanding. She should do well in Year 12 TEE.
Politics: S is a very good student. She has put in a solid effort throughout the year.
Chemistry: S has completed a most pleasing and successful year in this subject. With such a background she should approach the TEE with great confidence.
Maths II: The final exam demonstrates the talent S has in this subject. She, as yet, has not performed at capacity.
Maths III: S has achieved excellent results. On the year's results she ranks equal second.
Phys Ed: S has been unable to participate in the PR programme due to her knee problems.
Mid 1987 Year 12 Age 16
Guild: S is a very friendly and courteous Guild member who always participates to the best of her ability. Even though S has been absent due to illness, she has achieved a very high standard in her work. Well done!
Religious Ed: Although I have been with this class only a few weeks, I believe S is progressing satisfactorily.
Politics: S has achieved excellent results in this subject. She deserves much praise for a job well done.
English: S has been a quiet and diligent student this semester. A good result, S.
Biology: S's high term mark reflects her talent in this subject. With more attention to detail in exam technique, S's marks can only improve. Well done.
Maths III: A top result S. Well done!
Chemistry: S is an excellent student in every way. She thoroughly deserves these very fine results.
Maths II: S's results may have been affected by her absence due to illness. She has definite 'A' level ability.
Phys Ed: S is unable to participate in PE classes.
End 1987 Year 12 Age 17
Guild: S has shown herself to be a very mature and hardworking student who has participated fully in _all_ aspects of school life. S's progress in her academic subjects is a credit to her, considering the number of days missed due to illness.
Religious Ed: S is always attentive and generally makes worthwhile contributions to class discussions. All the best for the future, S.
Politics: S has achieved excellent results in this subject. She deserves congratulations for a job well done.
English: A steady improvement on first semester, S. Well done.
Biology: Considering S's health problems of late, she has produced excellent results, particularly in the exam. Well done and the very best for your preparation for the TEE.
Maths III: S has been awarded an A because of her pleasing semester efforts. However, I hope she can overcome her illness problems because I feel she is getting a little behind.
Chemistry: Once again S is to be congratulated on some fine results. I have very high hopes for her success in the coming Chemistry TEE.
Maths II: Equal 5th in class. She has ability and given good health will do well in the TEE.
