get_student_summary

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It lists what categories of data are covered but does not disclose behavioral traits such as required permissions, data recency, or behavior when data is missing. For a composite tool, more detail would be beneficial.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single, efficient sentence that conveys the core purpose and scope without any wasted words. It is front-loaded with the use case and immediately lists the covered areas.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

With 7 optional parameters and no output schema, the description does not explain the return format, how parameters interact, or default behavior. It covers what data is returned but lacks details needed for full understanding of tool behavior in various scenarios.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100%, so baseline is 3. The description does not add extra meaning beyond what is in the schema; it merely lists the categories of output. Parameters are adequately documented in the schema but the description provides no additional semantic guidance.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: providing an overview of a student's learning status including attendance, missing assignments, suspension/retention, latest scores, and DAMI level/EXP. It is a specific verb+resource combination that distinguishes from sibling tools which focus on individual aspects.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description explicitly states 'Use when teachers ask for overview/learning status,' providing clear context. However, it does not mention when not to use or explicitly list alternatives, though sibling tools are available for specific queries. The usage guidance is clear but lacks exclusions.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.