This week we are beginning our End-of- Year NWEA testing. This is the district mandated standardized test for all grades K-5. This test is completed online over several sessions. Each students’ test is individualized with questions generated by the program based on your child’s performance. In class we have practiced reading questions and choosing answers that make sense. We have also talked about the importance of reading the whole screen, and not just the answer choices at the bottom. Another strategy that we’ve talked about is to click on the speaker button to have the computer read the question, choices, or directions. It is imperative that students read and listen carefully to the directions and questions in order to know how to answer the question.
So how do you help your student do their best? Easy!
- Be positive. A positive Can Do attitude can make a difference! You’ll love them no matter how they do on the test!
- Encourage them to try their best. Tell them, yes, there might be some hard questions, but they can do it!
- Encourage them to take their time, and think about each question. Answers should make sense.
- Make sure your child gets a good night’s rest . 9-11 hours per night is recommended for children 6-8 years of age.
- Eat a powerful breakfast! Good food=good fuel!
Happy Testing! You CAN do it!