In this episode of Special Education for Beginners, we continue our three-part series on administering achievement tests by focusing on how to write professional, comprehensive reports based on the data you’ve collected. Writing a well-organized report isn’t just a formality—it’s a critical step in the evaluation process that guides decision-making and sets the foundation for collaboration with your IEP team.

You’ll learn:

• Why writing a clear, professional report is essential for documenting the testing process, guiding decisions, and building trust.
• How to structure your report, including tips for starting with context, reporting results concisely, and adding meaningful observations.
• Strategies for summarizing the test as a whole, identifying patterns, and connecting findings to actionable recommendations.
• Tips for professional writing to ensure your report is clear, approachable, and polished.

If you’re looking for ways to simplify the report-writing process, I’ll also introduce you to a helpful resource that includes templates for crafting polished reports without starting from scratch.

Key Takeaways:

• A professional report provides critical context, highlights strengths and needs, and connects data to real-world implications for the student.
• Use clear subheadings, concise summaries, and thoughtful observations to make your report meaningful and actionable.
• Adding context to scores and summarizing patterns ensures your report is both informative and easy to understand.
• Proofread your report to ensure it’s accurate, clear, and professional.

Resource mentioned in the show:
Achievement Testing Kit

If summarizing results feels overwhelming, don’t worry—I’ve got you covered! I’ve created a resource that includes report templates, tips for organizing your results, and example summaries you can use as a guide. You can download it at www.spedprepacademy.com/templates to make your report writing process smoother and more efficient.


Free Resource:
Don’t forget to get access to a FREE helpful testing checklist that includes two different “quiet” posters to use on your door and a complete checklist of everything you’ll need to gather before the test. You can download it at www.spedprepacademy.com/checklist 

Next Week:
In the final part of this series, we’ll dive into presenting achievement test results confidently in IEP meetings. I’ll share strategies for clear communication, answering questions, and building trust with your team. Make sure to tune in!

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