What I like to see for each student is a sample of beginning, middle, and end of year work for each subject. For example, a math worksheet or two from the beginning, middle, and end of the year. Depending on the subject, this can be a poster, picture, writing sample, etc. If your student completes any e-learning classes, please provide transcripts or grade reports from the program.
I also like to see a book list. This does not need to be cumulative, just a sample of what each child is reading or what you read to them. Also please provide a curriculum list, any educational websites used, co-op classes taken, etc. As well as a sample of what your child does on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. It can show a day or two of a written calendar, a printed out Skedtrack calendar, a photo collage of the year, family blog, whatever your family uses to keep track of your activities.
If you unschool, pictures of field trips, tickets, or memorabilia from any other fun experiences can be sent in.
If you have a special needs child, please feel free to send any samples showing what you work on throughout the year. Video clips work great for this!