This is the time of year that standardized tests are administered – ISATs  for elementary and middle school students and PLAN, Prairie State, ACT and SAT for secondary students.

Research indicates that memory and test taking performance are increased by SLEEP! It’s true; students who sleep eight to nine hours a night retain more information and perform better on tests that their peers who have less sleep. In another study, students who wrote down their fears about test taking performed better than a control group.

The best way to prepare for a test is to review in the same format as the test. Practice improves scores. That is why test taking review classes are so popular. One program does not fit all students. It is important to look for a program that fits the student’s individual needs.

Realistic expectations are important.  Not all students will score in the 98th %ile; actually only 2% will.

Best effort is always the most appropriate goal!

Good luck to all our students on the upcoming tests!