It seems the teacher is using activities that are fun and interactive. Therefore, to encourage motivation, the teacher should be sure to praise the student for correct work. The teacher could even offer incentives for completed work, like a homework pass to be used later, a piece of candy, or some extra points on an assignment.

To increase her motivation, Miss Kay may want to talk with the student about why they are struggling with the reading and academic English. She could also pair her with a another student on some of her reading and academic English assignments. Encouraging her to work as or with a peer mentor may provide motivation for her to complete the assignments.

I would suggest finding out what activities she likes the most, and providing these as rewards for completing her school work. For example, if she likes computer games, letting her play on an educational computer game for 10 minutes after she finishes her reading assignments. Also letting her accumulate stickers or points to cash in for candy or extra credit after she finishes a certain amount of work. If you provide the student with something interesting to look forward to, she may be more motivated to complete her work.

I would first tell the student that they need to be more motivated. Then if there is the slightest showing of motivation by the teacher, rewarding to become motivated such as extra credit or the leader of a fun activity in the classroom. Posting something such as a star with their name on it on the whiteboard or wall may motivate