test-taking tips
Tips
to help your child achieve success
on the New York State English/ Language Arts exams
New York State English Language Arts testing will take place January 8-10 for students in grades 3-5, and January 15-18 for students in grade 6-8.
Students are not required to study particular subject matter, since these tests are constructed to measure student achievement of New York State Standards. Parents can help their children achieve success by doing the following:
• Make sure you child gets plenty of rest the night before each test
• Be sure your child eats a good breakfast
• Encourage you child to do their best
• Make sure your child arrives to school on time
• Make appointments outside of the school day
• Reassure students to reduce test anxiety
Click here to see sample tests.
Should you have any questions about the test, please contact
your child's school.