1- Provide an opportunity for lots of rest the night before the test.
Sleep, Sleep, & Sleep = A Healthy Brain! Have a set bedtime and wake-time.
2-Provide a healthy breakfast.
Less sugar and higher fiber is best!
Protein = long term energy!
3-Provide Encouragement!
Encourage your child to work hard.
The test is only one measure of academic performance.
4-Make sure your child is on time and at school everyday of the testing window.
If your child has a fever and vomiting please notify the school of their illness and discuss make up dates. Please DO NOT schedule doctors’ appointments during the test date window.
5-Try not to Panic! Remind your child not to be scared.
Remind your child not to get frustrated.
Remind them that relaxed = better performance!
6-Top Performers…
Read the test directions.
Read each question carefully.
Fill in the bubbles completely.
Read every possible answer.
Reread when necessary.
7-Relax – Don’t Rush!
Pace to finish but not to hurry.
Rushing increases mistakes.
Skip difficult questions.
Don’t spend too much time on one question.
Use any remaining time to check your answers.
8-Blow off some steam!
Your child has been sitting most of the day.
They will need to let out a little energy.
9-Celebrate!
Do something to celebrate your child’s hard work and effort.
Show you love them NO matter what the test scores.
10-Test Anxiety...
Share and discuss feelings of anxiety.
Talk about the test in a positive way.
Encourage his/her best efforts.