FCAT

 

Testing window

March 11^th through March 25^th, 2008

 

FCAT – SSS ( 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th) March 11 – 17, 2008

 

FCAT – NRT ( 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th) March 18 – 24, 2008

 

SAT – 10 ( 1^st, + 2^nd) March 19 – 24, 2008

 

 

FCAT TIPS

 

We can go from good to great just by getting 48!

 

We are only 48 points away from an “ A “. An “ A “ is the highest ranking a school can receive from the state. Our students have worked so hard this year in an effort to achieve this goal.

 

Parents, please do your part to ensure that the students are ready for the FCAT by being on time, having had a good night’s sleep.

 

 

What to do BEFORE the test?

 

Get a good night of sleep.

Be confident, do positive self-talk ( stop critical statements)

Eat a healthy breakfast

Get to school on time. Tardiness may cause anxiety- allow yourself extra time to relax

Do not discuss the test with friends immediately before taking the test

Bring a jacket or sweater

 

What to do DURING the test?

 

Read the directions carefully

Manage your time

Sit up straight in chair

If you get stuck on a question, mark it, then go to the next one and come back (do easy questions first)

Think about relaxation techniques-breathing exercises

Go back and reread the questions before you look for the answer again

Do not look around the room to see what the other students are doing

Stay focused and do not think about anything but the test

What  to do AFTER the test?

 

You deserve a reward for putting forth your best effort. Parents can discuss a reward prior the test

Do not continue to dwell on the test after it is over

No matter how you did on the test, you will learn something from the experience

 

What can parents do to help alleviate anxiety?

 

Be supportive

Don’t compare your child with others-brothers, sisters, friends, etc

Tell your child how proud you are of his abilities

Highlight his strength

Make sure your child knows that education is important in your household

Stay in contact with his/her teacher

Ask for suggestions or tips to assist at home

Give your child some undivided attention each night ( even if it’s only 15 minutes)