• Ways you can help prepare your child for the test.

Before the ACCESS\ PARCC assessment, the best way to help your child succeed is by talking to your child’s teacher about your child’s strengths and weaknesses. Once you know where your child needs help, you can determine how you can reinforce those skills at home.
Parents and teachers working together is the best way to ensure a child’s success and to ensure they are on the path to a great future!

The night before the ACCESS\PARCC assessment be sure your child gets a good night’s sleep. Sleep is a key factor in student success, and many teachers report that students who do not get a good night’s sleep perform lower on standardizedtests.
Also, be sure your child eats a healthy breakfast that is fulfilling. Whole grains and fruits are great foods that will keep your child full and provide him with the energy he needs to take the ACCESS\PARCC assessment. By providing your child with a good night’s sleep and a healthy breakfast, you will be doing your best at ensuring your child is working at full capacity.
Staying calm on test day will help your child stay calm as well. If your child tends to experience anxiety at the thought of testing, show her some relaxation techniques that she can try to help calm her before the ACCESS\ PARCC assessment.

Remind yourself and your student that testing is just one part of their education. With a parents support and involvement in their education, all children will be on their way to a bright future.