Forestview Middle School

Test Taking Tips for Parents

• If you are anxious about your child's test, it's ok but try to keep cool around your child, you don't want them to get anxious about their tests too.
• Encourage your child to do well but don't pressure him/her. You may stress him/her out. It is important for your child to stay relaxed for the test.
• Keep a positive attitude about tests.
• Mark down test days on your calendar so you and your child are both aware of testing dates.
• Make sure that your child gets enough sleep on the night before the test.
• Ensure that your child eats a healthy breakfast and avoid heavy foods that may make him/her groggy and avoid high sugar foods that may make him/her hyper.
• Make sure that your child gets up early enough so that he/she will be on time to school.
• Let your child relax for a few hours before bedtime, it can be stressful for a child to study all night.
• Talking about the test with your child can relieve stress about test taking.
• Praise/reward your child for their hard work preparing for a test.