ITBS (Iowa Test of Basic Skills) testing will begin the week of October 21st for grades 3 and 5.
Standardized testing is a major part of your child’s education. These tests are important, not only to you and your child, but also serve to guide instruction and class placement. Stressing the importance of the ITBS will push your child to do his/her best. In addition, here are some effective tips to aid them with optimal performance.
1. Reassure your child that he/she does not have to answer all of the questions correctly.
2. Tell your child to attempt to answer all of the questions and not to leave any blanks. There is no penalty for guessing.
3. Remind your child that the test is important. However, understand that this is just one measure, and doesn't show the entire picture of your child's capabilities.
4. Explain to your child the importance of using time wisely. If your child gets stuck on a question, encourage him/her to make the best guess or to place a mark in the test booklet by that item, and to go back to it after finishing that section of the test.
5. Make certain that your child gets a good night’s sleep and a healthy, hearty breakfast.
Standardized testing is a major part of your child’s education. These tests are important, not only to you and your child, but also serve to guide instruction and class placement. Stressing the importance of the ITBS will push your child to do his/her best. In addition, here are some effective tips to aid them with optimal performance.
1. Reassure your child that he/she does not have to answer all of the questions correctly.
2. Tell your child to attempt to answer all of the questions and not to leave any blanks. There is no penalty for guessing.
3. Remind your child that the test is important. However, understand that this is just one measure, and doesn't show the entire picture of your child's capabilities.
4. Explain to your child the importance of using time wisely. If your child gets stuck on a question, encourage him/her to make the best guess or to place a mark in the test booklet by that item, and to go back to it after finishing that section of the test.
5. Make certain that your child gets a good night’s sleep and a healthy, hearty breakfast.