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. 

100

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

You will make up the section of the test you missed when you return to school.

100

What is the correct name for the big test?

FSA or Florida State Assessment

100

What can I do to prepare myself for testing?

Read every night, complete my class and homework, 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 question and answer book for each test section and a pencil.

200

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

Probably before school ends or the summer.

200

What subjects will I be tested on?

ELA and 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 section of a test?

Between 8:30 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?

3rd grade -Reading


300

Why do you take the FSA?

To see what you have learned and how well you have mastered the standards

300

Is the test going to be on my level?

Some questions may be easy and some may be more difficult. There may also be field questions on the 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 office until after that testing session has ended. You will then be tested later on that day or another day by another teacher in the building.

400

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

You will have 80 minutes 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.

400

What are the testing dates?

4/5 - ELA Section 1
4/6 - ELA Section 2
5/5 - Math Section 1
5/6 - Math Section 2


 

400

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

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

500

When will students have restroom breaks?

Before the test begins. Only extreme emergencies will go during the test. Besides, you will lose time if you interrupt your session.

500

Where will I record my answers?

In the booklet.

500

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

Continue to read every day and study your math facts.

500

What type of questions will I have on the test?

Easy and hard, long and short, multiple choice...

500

Should I use my test taking strategies on the?

Yes, if not Ms. M will be like.... AAAAAAAAHHHHHHH