Before the Test
During the Test
After the Test
Let's Talk About Testing
Test Prep
100

How have your prepared for the big test all year at school?

By staying focused on teaching and learning

100

Will there be any talking during the test?

No talking. The test administrator will briefly talk to give out directions at the beginning. 

100

What happens if I'm absent for one of the STAAR testing days?

You will make up the section of the test you missed when you return to school on a make-up day.

100

What is the correct name for the big test?

The State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) test.

100

What can I do to prepare myself for testing?

Read daily, complete my classwork during class or as homework, and continue to do my best every day

200

What is considered a healthy  breakfast?

Something nutritious, not too sweet or too heavy.

200

What type of materials will I need for the test?

Each student will receive a test ticket for each STAAR test section to use with their chromebooks, scratch paper (IF REQUESTED), and a pencil.

200

When will my test results come back and I find out how I did?

The 6th grade student scores will come back later during the Summer. We don't know if they'll be counted against you to pass 6th grade yet.

200

What subjects will I be tested on?

6th Grade - Reading/ELA, Math

200

What happens if I get nervous right before the test begins?

Close your eyes and take some big deep breaths. 

300

What time should you go to bed the night before each STAAR test?

Between 8:00 and 9:00 pm. 

300

Will I be allowed to use a calculator or cell phone during testing?

No use of electronic devices or calculators are allowed during testing.

300

What sections of the test must I pass to go on to the next grade?

6th grade - Reading

6th grade - Math

300

Why do you take the STAAR?

To see what you have learned and how well you have mastered the standards of Texas (TEKS).

300

Is the test going to be on my level?

Some questions may be easy and some may be more difficult. There will also be field questions on the test that don't count against your score (But you don't know what or where they are in your test!)

400

What happens if I arrive to school late or after the test has already begun?

If you arrive after the test has begun, you will be sent to the library, cafeteria, or activity room until after that testing session has ended. You will then be tested later on that day by another teacher in the building.

400

How much time will I have for each section of the test?

You may have the entire school day to complete the test.

400

What are the test results used for?

To see if you should move on to the next grade and to see how well your teacher is teaching you.

400

What are the testing dates?

6th - 4/26: ELA/Reading and 5/3: Math


400

What is the most important thing I need to do on test day?

Listen and follow directions carefully. Take your time and read the questions and answers carefully.

500

When should students take restroom breaks?

Before the test begins. You will be allowed to go during the test, but you will lose time if you interrupt your session. Also, you can only exit the room two times total for either the bathroom or water.

500

Where will I record my answers?

This is an online test so every student will use their chromebook to complete the test.

500

What should I do over the summer to prepare me for the next grade and school year?

Practice reading every day and don't forget your math facts over the summer.

500

What type of questions will I have on the test?

Multiple choice (This includes multi-select, drop-down options, and Part A / Part B questions), short constructed response, and a writing component through the extended constructed response.

500

Will I still be able to use test taking strategies on the computer?

Yes, the online test is set up with all of the tools such as underlining, highlighting and more. You will also be able to go back and review the passage as often as needed.