Rainbow Skies for Teachers

82. Work Smarter, Not Harder When Writing Report Cards


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Report card season doesn't have to mean late nights and coffee-fuelled stress! In this episode, Ash and Alisha are diving into practical, time-saving strategies to make report writing smoother, more efficient, and—dare we say it—more enjoyable.

From creating systems that actually work, to harnessing the power of assessment books and AI tools, this episode is packed with helpful ideas to support you during one of the busiest times in the school calendar. You’ll learn how to manage your workload, maintain a positive mindset, and even turn writing reports into a task that feels a little more satisfying.

7 Report Card tips:

  • A reporting timeline is your friend
  • Have your assessment book ready
  • Allocate blocks of time
  • Teamwork makes the dream work (Ai might be part of your team)
  • Follow a system
  • Remember it is part of your job
  • Reward yourself

Whether you’re a brand-new teacher or a seasoned pro, these tips will help you feel more organised, empowered, and in control. Because report writing doesn’t need to be a solo struggle—let’s work smarter and not harder!

For more report writing help, check out our blog.

Rainbows ahead, 

Alisha and Ashleigh


Resources mentioned in this episode:

Steal our Report Card Writing Timeline

Check out the Report Companion - all the help you need to write reports

Rainbow Sky’s Assessment Book


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