Howdy!!!
Semester is coming to an end so I'm glad you're here!
Since the semester is almost over, that means the TAKS is approaching quickly. What can you do for last minute preparation? Well I have a few tips listed below that will prepare your children for this test. Also below is the link to the Texas Education Agency that has practice tests accessible to you!
http://www.tea.state.tx.us/index3.aspx?id=3839&menu_id=793
- Review previously learned strategies
It's important for your children to review the strategies their teacher taught them for TAKS. This will ensure that come test day, they will know exactly what to do as soon as they open their test and no time will be wasted. It has been mentioned that many students freeze up when they open their tests, just from nerves and forget to use their strategies. Be sure to practice them so it will come natural and the student will automatically do them!
- Ask the teacher for any extra practice sheets & what your student needs to focus on
Now would be the time if not already done to ask the teacher if your student has any problem areas. If so, request the teacher send home some extra sheets with problems in that area so you can review them with your student. Any additional time you put towards TAKS now will definitely help!
- Rest up the night before & BEAT THE TAKS!!
It might sound juvenile but studies in the past have shown that students who get a good nights rest the night before the test, as well as a balanced breakfast the morning of are more prepared and relaxed, ready to conquer the test. Doing so will ensure your children are not yawning from exhaustion and not focusing on the actual test.
I hope these tips along with the website have helped. Keep up the good work and like I said BEAT THE TAKS!!
Miss Crystal :)
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