EOG Prep

The End-of-Grade tests are right around the corner!

Today starts the first in a three-part series on how to help your child prepare for the End-Of-Grade tests. This week focuses on the mental aspects of preparing for the exam.  The trick isn’t to psych them up for the big day, because the “big day” actually lasts about a week.  And so, the goal is to keep your child motivated day in and day out to do their best, and after about day three of all-day testing this task gets harder and harder.  If you consistently have a positive attitude, it will go a long way to helping your child get through the exams successfully.

1*      Let your child know what to expect-Whether this is your child’s first year taking the exam, or their last, talk to them about the importance of the EOGs, and the impact the tests will have on them academically.  Make sure they understand that the test period is quite lengthy, but you know they’ll do great!

2*     Talk with your child –Find out what worries them most about the EOGs.  Knowing this can help you find the right things to focus on and make them less anxious about the exams.

3*      Motivate-You are your child’s biggest cheerleader and advocate! There’s no reason to wait until the testing begins to positively motivate them.  Give them recognition whenever you see them studying or doing homework.  Let them know you are happy they are staying focused and that it will go a long way to doing well during the actual exam.
4.*    After-school-Each day during the exam period, speak with your child about how their day went.  Find out what they think they did well in, or where they faltered.  Give moral support and let them know that no matter the outcome, you are proud of their effort!