As the year progressed, so did my son's anxiety about the test . We frequently heard about the consequences he would face if he did not pass. Some of the things he worried about were valid, some were not. The more knowledgeable we became about the process, the more we were able to help him sort out fact from fiction and prepare himself for the big event. As parents, part of our responsibility is to become knowledgeable about the Student Accountability Standards.
Information can come from teachers, counselors, and central office staff.
Parents should read materials which are sent home, or which can be found from other sources. Ask questions, and if you don't understand something, ask more questions. As the process of student accountability is being refined, standards are changing, so it is important to keep reading and listening and asking questions. One thing that was helpful for our child to know was that the test was only a portion of the student accountability standards. He understands the concept of quality work and we have frequent discussions about doing one's best and putting forth effort.