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Preparing for End-of-Grade Testing
Only a few weeks left until school is out for summer. Part of the wrap up of the school year includes end-of-grade tests. EOGs are happening for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools students in grades 3-8 thsi week, May 20-24. Whether you do or don't believe EOGs and standardized tests are a good gauge of student achievement, it's the standard measurement in place now and kids are required to take them.
That said, EOGs can be stressful for children. As parents, we can help ease our kids anxiety with a lot of support an encouraging words, as well as squeezing in a little extra prep time reading at home, solving analytical problems and working to gain confidence ... and making sure they get lots of rest and eat well (that was my mom's motto, which I absolutely believe in).
CMS Parent University offers these tips to help students prepare ...
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