AIMS test October 26,27,28 2010

Greetings Lobos!

The annual AIMS (Arizona Instrument to Measure Standards) test will be administered Tuesday October 26, Wednesday October 27, and Thursday October 28. The subjects tested are Writing, Reading and Mathematics.

Here are some tips to prepare for the testing week:

• Get a good night's rest before the test.


• Eat breakfast before the test.


• Use deep breaths to curb any test anxiety


• Plan an alternate route to school in the event of traffic problems


• Plan an alternate ride in the event of transportation problems

Here are some test taking tips for the day of the test:

• Take as much time as you need. It is not a race.


• Scan the test before attempting to answer any questions. Answer the questions you are confident you know. Come back to the more difficult questions later in the test.


• If it is a writing prompt, use a graphic organizer to gather and organize your thoughts. After you have written your rough draft, re-read your response and edit any needed areas.


• DO NOT use text language (4=for, u= you, k= okay) while writing your response. Use proper grammar and spelling.


• Stay focused throughout the testing session.

Have confidence in your abilities and do your best!

Fire up!

Coach Rod