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What time should your child go to bed the night before the test?
What time should your child go to bed the night before the test?
No later than 9:00 am.
What is considered a healthy breakfast?
What is considered a healthy breakfast?
Something nutritious with protein that will give your child the necessary energy and brain power to work efectively.
What should your child do in order to take the test in their regular classroom setting?
What should your child do in order to take the test in their regular classroom setting?
Arrive to school on time promptly before 7:50 am. Students arriving after the test has begun will be redirected to the media center unitl the testing session is over.
How can I mentally prepare my child for testing?
How can I mentally prepare my child for testing?
Offer encouraging words, promote a positive attitude, help them relax and stay calm.
When will the students have restroom and water breaks?
When will the students have restroom and water breaks?
Before, between, and after testing sesions if needed.
What type of materials will my child need for testing?
What type of materials will my child need for testing?
Students will only need #2 pencils which will be provided by the school.
Will there be any talking or discussions during the test?
Will there be any talking or discussions during the test?
The test administrator will briefly talk to give out testing directions. Students will not be allowed to talk during the test.
How much time will the students have for each section?
How much time will the students have for each section?
Students will have 50 to 90 minutes depending on the section.
Will the students be allowed to use calculators or electronic devices for math?
Will the students be allowed to use calculators or electronic devices for math?
No, however scratch paper will be provided.
Where will the students record their answers?
Where will the students record their answers?
This is a paper/pencil test for most students. Online testing is also available and will be used in some special circumstances.
When will the test results return to the school?
When will the test results return to the school?
Test results will be back within a few weeks.
Are there mandatory subjects that students must pass to be promoted to the next grade?
Are there mandatory subjects that students must pass to be promoted to the next grade?
Grade 3 - Students must pass Reading and Grade 5 students must pass Reading and Math
What will the test results be used for?
What will the test results be used for?
The scores are suitable for promotion and retention decisions, but are also used for accountability at the school, disctrict, and state level.
what should my child do over the summer to maintain academic skills?
what should my child do over the summer to maintain academic skills?
Continue to read and sharpen up on math skills.
What should I do if my child is absent during one of the testing days?
What should I do if my child is absent during one of the testing days?
The make up days are scheduled for May 18-2, 2017.
What should I do to help prepare my child for testing?
What should I do to help prepare my child for testing?
Encourage them to continue using I-Station and Ten Marks at home to reinforce the standards learned at school.
What should I do if my child has a doctor's appointment on one of the testing days?
What should I do if my child has a doctor's appointment on one of the testing days?
We strongly encourage yout o make all appointments after 12:00 pm, or reschedule outside the testing window.
What can I do to help my child if they are experiencing test anxiety?
What can I do to help my child if they are experiencing test anxiety?
Discuss the following strategies:
- Take several deep breaths, exhaling slowly after each one. Visualize the tension draining from your body as you breathe out.
- Tense your muscles and hold for 5 seconds, then relax. Repeat 3 times.
- Think of a peaceful, quiet setting (e.g., the beach). Imagine yourself calm and relaxed in that setting.
What should I say to my child before the testing window begins?
What should I say to my child before the testing window begins?
Some items may be more difficult than waht are used to seeing in class. Just relax and do your personal best.
What is the most important thing you can do to encourage your child to do during the test?
What is the most important thing you can do to encourage your child to do during the test?
Listen to the teacher carefully as they are reading the directions, then make sure they are using their test taking skills and doing exactly what they have learned in class.
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