Tackling Testing

Standardized testing is possibly every student’s nightmare. Everywhere, students cram enough knowledge as they can into their minds in the hopes of reaching a high score on the tests that will determine their future. Standardized tests, such as the SAT’s and ACT’s, are the all-important test scores colleges look at when they are determining one’s college acceptance. Tensions are high for most high school students when the time comes to tackle these standardized tests.

At rare occasions, the grade you are in sometimes defines your feelings about standardized testing. “The ACT was more difficult than the SAT because of the science reasoning,” stated Rachel H, (junior). For juniors, studying and stressing is still part of their daily routine. They are still in the process of working their way up to their desired score on the standardized tests.

Another strategy that can assist students in relieving some of the stress they may be feeling is talking to people they trust. These people could be family members, close friends, beneficial teachers, or the guidance counselors waiting to help you in student services. By getting ideas and opinions from trustworthy people around them, students acquire more wisdom and advice on how they can approach obstacles during the test.

No matter how students feel about these standardized tests, it is true that a majority of students need some guidance when it comes to this bump in life. Creekview’s students are lucky to attend a school where an SAT prep course is given for a small price. For students who missed the SAT prep course in the fall, there will also be an opportunity to take it in the spring (February/March).

“The SAT determines your future. Actually, the test is not that bad, but the pressure is really intense. I’m so happy I’m done with all that; the entire process was extremely frustrating and strenuous,” stated Jill T, (senior). Most seniors have thrown away all that stress. Most seniors, not all, have finished their process of cramming and studying for the standardized tests and are now stress-free!

Even though standardized testing may not be the easiest thing to overcome with flying colors, with the right attitude and correct guidance, each and every student can score the grade they feel they deserve.

Written by: Maida Ahmad